‘Weird Science’ (1985) probably couldn’t be made today
Hughes Day Tuesday (Movie review): Even by Hughes standards, this one is politically incorrect. But it’s also a funny teen classic.
Science Fiction
‘Weird Science’ (1985) probably couldn’t be made today
‘Nick and the Glimmung’ (1988) aims for young readers
PKD flashback (Book review): This is Dick’s only young-adult novel. Unfortunately, it’s also on the short list of his worst novels.
Preston & Child break through with ‘Relic’ (1995)
Preston & Child flashback (Book review): The authors invent modern museum horror with the nooks, crannies and scares in their debut team-up.
‘Batman: Gotham Knight’ (2008) plays in ‘Dark Knight’ sandbox
Superhero Saturday (Movie review): This collection of shorts doesn’t add much to the “Dark Knight” trilogy, but it’s an enjoyable diversion.
Russell gives powerful turn in ‘Soldier’ (1998)
PKD flashback (Movie review): This sidequel to “Blade Runner” criticizes war and the state, and celebrates the resiliency of the individual.
‘Jason X’ (2002) a futuristic guilty pleasure
Frightening Friday (Movie review): After so many bad “Jason” movies, this one is refreshing with its SF conceit, distinct characters and goofy one-liners.
‘Flow My Tears, the Policeman Said’ (1974) probes police state
PKD flashback (Book review): Dick masterfully continues his thematic drug war trilogy in a second book that looks at its impact on individuals.
‘Raised by Wolves’ offers little beyond its look
First episode impressions (TV review): The fall TV season gets off to a weak start with a show that suggests Scott-style greatness but doesn’t get there.
‘Alien’ short films mark 40th anniversary
‘Aliens/Predator’ Universe flashback (Reviews): The franchise gifted fans with several short films to mark its 40th anniversary.
‘Total Recall 2070’ (1999) taps into ‘Blade Runner’
PKD flashback (TV review): Despite its low budget, this single-season Showtime series taps into what makes Dick’s cinematic worlds so engrossing.