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The home of film critics Matty Budrewicz and Dave Wain who, for the best part of a decade, have parlayed their shared, lifelong obsession with horror, B-movies, and direct-to-video shenanigans into a writing career.

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Short Ends: A Charles Band Film

Welcome to Short Ends. Quick (ish) reviews of a handful (ish) of movies. Sometimes connected by a theme, sometimes not. In this debut instalment, Matty delivers a potted history of Full Moon boss Charles Band’s ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s directorial assignments. … Read More Short Ends: A Charles Band Film

June 29, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Parasite (1982): All in Yer Face and Stuff

Matty dissects Charles Band’s 3D monster movie. It stars Demi Moore, don’t cha know. … Read More Parasite (1982): All in Yer Face and Stuff

May 28, 2025June 12, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Trick or Treats (1982): Mischief Night

From pitch to poster, Gary Graver’s slasher satire seemed destined for success. However, as Dave details, the film was massacred by critics and nearly bankrupted its creator…… Read More Trick or Treats (1982): Mischief Night

June 3, 2024June 3, 2024 Dave Wain1 Comment

The Black Room (1982): Philosophy in the Blood-doir

Matty hooks up with one of his favourite horror movies. … Read More The Black Room (1982): Philosophy in the Blood-doir

July 18, 2023 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Staple Diet: Center Spread Girls (1982)

If there was ever a pornstar heaven, then chances are that here is where you’d find it. Dave navigates a cast of superstars to bring you the lowdown on some primo Gary Graver.… Read More Staple Diet: Center Spread Girls (1982)

August 18, 2021October 5, 2024 Dave Wain1 Comment

Wild About Harry: Society Affairs (1982)

Dave dons a dickie bow and adopts a plummy accent as he mixes with the sexual degenerates of high society.… Read More Wild About Harry: Society Affairs (1982)

November 30, 2020November 30, 2020 Dave WainLeave a comment

Blu-Ray Review: Basket Case – The Trilogy

Second Sight’s ace Blu-ray bundle of Frank Henenlotter’s cult schlockers gets a welcome repress.… Read More Blu-Ray Review: Basket Case – The Trilogy

March 15, 2016June 5, 2020 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

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