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Category: Retrospectives

Just Desert: Harris Done Talks Sand Trap (1997)

Dave basks in the sunlight of the Mohave Desert for a neo-noir that’s among the best of its decade, and its writer-director is on hand to tell the story of its creation. … Read More Just Desert: Harris Done Talks Sand Trap (1997)

January 26, 2022January 26, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

Tomb Raider: Playroom (1990)

Matty digs up a forgotten shocker from the co-producers of A Nightmare on Elm Street, the director of Dr. Giggles, and, erm, Jackie Earle Haley.… Read More Tomb Raider: Playroom (1990)

January 24, 2022February 2, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

The Wasp Woman (1995): A Sting in the Tale

Matty looks back at Jim Wynorski’s snazzy remake of a classic Corman B(ee)-movie. … Read More The Wasp Woman (1995): A Sting in the Tale

January 20, 2022April 29, 2025 Matty Budrewicz2 Comments

Stunt Double: Rick Avery Talks Deadly Takeover (1995)

Dave sits down with one of Hollywood’s finest stuntmen to learn about his leap to the director’s chair.… Read More Stunt Double: Rick Avery Talks Deadly Takeover (1995)

January 18, 2022January 9, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

The Stranger (1995): Kathy Comes Home

Matty dissects this Don Borchers-produced neo-western and reflects upon its kickboxing star’s moment in the sun.… Read More The Stranger (1995): Kathy Comes Home

January 12, 2022June 10, 2022 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation (1990) – ‘Tis the Season…

… Of the Witch! Just in time for Christmas, Matty looks back at Brian Yuzna’s criminally underappreciated festive frightener.… Read More Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation (1990) – ‘Tis the Season…

December 22, 2021September 20, 2024 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Grizzly Rage (2007): Grin and Bear It

Matty dissects a flawed but interesting gun-for-hire job from the mighty David DeCoteau. … Read More Grizzly Rage (2007): Grin and Bear It

December 8, 2021July 7, 2022 Matty Budrewicz2 Comments

Electric Dreams: Sam Irvin Talks Guilty As Charged (1991)

Dave gets on the blower to the always delightful Sam Irvin for the scoop on his deliriously droll debut.… Read More Electric Dreams: Sam Irvin Talks Guilty As Charged (1991)

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 Dave WainLeave a comment

Bleed (2002): A Shadow on the Moon

Matty gives a flawed yet fascinating — and wholly uncharacteristic — Charles Band production the nod. … Read More Bleed (2002): A Shadow on the Moon

November 2, 2021November 1, 2021 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

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