Dupe de Ville: Vanishing Point (1997)
The critics had their knives ready for this remake of a cult classic. But as Dave finds out, they never liked the original all that much anyway…… Read More Dupe de Ville: Vanishing Point (1997)
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The Young and the Restless: Doll Face (1987)
Gary Graver had a habit of remaking some of his best films, but Dave believes few have reached the heights of their predecessor quite like this. … Read More The Young and the Restless: Doll Face (1987)
Warts & Crafts: Little Witches (1996)
Wrapped in evocative artwork, Jane Simpson’s sophomore feature promises more than it delivers. Dave talks to co-scripter Brian DiMuccio and producer Donald P. Borchers to find out what went wrong. … Read More Warts & Crafts: Little Witches (1996)
Direct Line to Murder: Escape Clause (1996)
Dave looks back at an underrated classic from Brian Trenchard-Smith. … Read More Direct Line to Murder: Escape Clause (1996)
Tidal Wave: No Escape (1997) — Surf’s Up
Dave pays tribute to the recently departed George Miller and surrenders to the far-fetched fun of his made-for-TV disaster flick.… Read More Tidal Wave: No Escape (1997) — Surf’s Up
Sex, Lies and Videotape: Striking Resemblance (1997)
Dave delves into the Mystique Films catalogue again to gush over a Kelley Cauthen picture that’s the perfect blend of erotic and thriller.… Read More Sex, Lies and Videotape: Striking Resemblance (1997)
Double Exposure (1994): Women of Valour
Dave dissects one of the best neo-noirs of the ’90s. … Read More Double Exposure (1994): Women of Valour
Jewellery Cruise: Sex, Love and Cold Hard Cash (1993)
Dave is wowed by a USA Network original that’s the perfect blend of thrills, spills and sassy one-liners. … Read More Jewellery Cruise: Sex, Love and Cold Hard Cash (1993)
Silent Hunter (1995): Cold Pursuit
Dave chats to veteran behind the scenes wizard Joe Thornton about a serviceable actioner and its director Fred ‘The Hammer’ Williamson’s hatred of cold weather. … Read More Silent Hunter (1995): Cold Pursuit
The Schlock Pit 