Back Stab (1990): Flak the Knife
Dave tussles with a Pierre David thriller that’s Hitchcock in tone but slipshod in practice.… Read More Back Stab (1990): Flak the Knife
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Dead Cold (1995): Murder, He Wrote
Dave revisits one of his favourite films of the ’90s video store era. … Read More Dead Cold (1995): Murder, He Wrote
The Neighbor (1993): Knock Knock
Dave digs the patented Pierre David thriller formula, and he reckons this early outing ranks among the busy mogul’s best. … Read More The Neighbor (1993): Knock Knock
Karate Cops: Martial Law (1990) & Martial Law II: Undercover (1991)
Dave squares up to a pair of fondly remembered biff-’em-ups and chats to scripter Richard Brandes about their making.… Read More Karate Cops: Martial Law (1990) & Martial Law II: Undercover (1991)
The Nurse (1997): Clap for Pierre David
Matty books an appointment with an acceptable bit of hokum. … Read More The Nurse (1997): Clap for Pierre David
Marked Man (1996): Piping Hot
A moment of appreciation for ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper and one of his finest performances from Matty.… Read More Marked Man (1996): Piping Hot
Wicked Little Bugger: Daddy’s Girl (1996)
Matty takes a look at an amusing time-killer and ponders its place within its maker’s small but satisfying directorial resume.
… Read More Wicked Little Bugger: Daddy’s Girl (1996)
Cupid (1997): The Lexicon of Love
Prolific DTV producer Pierre David shoots a (somewhat) poisoned arrow to Matty’s heart. … Read More Cupid (1997): The Lexicon of Love
Captured (1998): Character Car-nage
Matty buckles up for a dramatic thrill ride.… Read More Captured (1998): Character Car-nage
The Schlock Pit 