‘Fear Street Part Three: 1666’ ends trilogy with panache
Movie review: The “Fear Street” trilogy wraps with a decent young-adult version of Colonial New England horror that ties the story into a neat bow.
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‘Fear Street Part Three: 1666’ ends trilogy with panache
‘Fear Street Part One: 1994’ is slick (and sick) product
Movie review: While it could’ve benefited from a deeper mystery, the characters are solid and the horror slick in this take on the “Fear Street” books.
With 2 episodes left, 10 ‘Cruel Summer’ questions
TV commentary: Is it possible to believe both Jeanette and Kate? We examine this and other “Cruel Summer” questions as the first season nears its finale.
‘Cruel Summer’ is sudsy and satisfying
First episode impressions (TV review): Bert V. Royal has crafted an engrossing mix of questions, accusations and interpersonal drama.
‘Sleepaway Camp’ sequels (1988-89) coast on momentum
Frightening Friday (Movie reviews): Bruce Springsteen’s sister takes over the lead role in sequels that lack the odd charm of the original.
‘She’s All That’ (1999) is all that it can be
Throwback Thursday (Movie review): Thanks to the chemistry between Prinze Jr. and Cook, “She’s All That” makes a case for teen classic status.
Vaughn, Newton are great, but ‘Freaky’ is rather basic
Movie review: Vaughn and Newton are great as a teen girl and a serial killer, respectively. But overall, this isn’t among the elite body-switch films.
‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’ loses magic in Part 4
TV review: The series-ending Part 4 is all over the place, yet it still doesn’t find time to do anything with the supporting cast.
‘Cobra Kai’ Season 3 balances fan service, sharp writing
TV review: More than any other show that resurrects an old property, “Cobra Kai” knows how to give fans what they want and still make smart TV.
‘The Faculty’ (1998) a slick product with a point
Frightening Friday (Movie review): Williamson’s riff on “Body Snatchers” explores serious issues in public schooling, but it’s all in good fun.