A cinematic feast: All 32 John Hughes movies, ranked
Movie rankings: From Thanksgiving feasts to Christmas classics, from teen heartbreakers to family heartwarmers, here is how I rank the catalog of John Hughes.
Teen Drama
‘Yellowjackets’ soapier than I’d like, but has some sting
First episode impressions (TV review): This miniseries has a great premise of teen girls thrown into an extreme situation, but it’s also a little soapy.
‘There’s Someone Inside Your House’ mixes old and new
Movie review: This Netflix slasher is a fun but ultimately tame Gen-Z statement on social issues and the direction of the genre.
‘He’s All That’ a cute modern riff on the old story
Movie review: This gender-swapped reimagining of “She’s All That” is not a straight-up replay. Still, it’s less substantial than the original.
‘Cursed’ (2005) a mildly amusing werewolf yarn
Frightening Friday (Movie review): The only non-“Scream” collaboration between Williamson and Craven has a cast of stars, but also a messy werewolf mythology.
‘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.
‘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.