Automatic (1995): Anything But
Matty goes wild for John Murlowski’s ace, Gruner-starring sci-fi shoot-’em-up. … Read More Automatic (1995): Anything But
Tag: Roboschlock
Mercy Me! — Michael Schroeder & Cyborg 2: Glass Shadow (1993)
Matty looks back at the sci-fi sequel that wasn’t a sequel… Until it was. … Read More Mercy Me! — Michael Schroeder & Cyborg 2: Glass Shadow (1993)
Straight to the Point: John Eyres’ Project Shadowchaser II (1994) & III (1995)
Matty sings the praises of the direct-to-video auteur’s no-nonsense sequels.… Read More Straight to the Point: John Eyres’ Project Shadowchaser II (1994) & III (1995)
Eyres’ Exorcism: Project Shadowchaser (1992)
Matty looks back at John Eyres’ iconic robo-sploiter and explores its significance within the helmer’s fimography.… Read More Eyres’ Exorcism: Project Shadowchaser (1992)
Storm Trooper (1998): Oh, What a Night
Matty takes a look at Jim Wynorski’s eclectic, genre-hopping delight. … Read More Storm Trooper (1998): Oh, What a Night
Cyborg (1989) — or: Pyungasms, Cannon Contracts & JCVD
Another lip-smacking slice of vintage Van Dammage, Matty surrenders to the charms of the cult, Albert Pyun-directed robo-schlocker.… Read More Cyborg (1989) — or: Pyungasms, Cannon Contracts & JCVD
Bad Robot Gone Good: Albert Pyun’s Omega Doom (1996)
Matty dissects the most underappreciated picture in Albert Pyun’s arsenal, and explores its tethering to the film that preceded it.… Read More Bad Robot Gone Good: Albert Pyun’s Omega Doom (1996)
Albert Pyun & The Birth of Filmwerks
Matty reflects on Hong Kong ’97, Spitfire and Heatseeker: the first three films Albert Pyun made under his Filmwerks banner. Featuring archival, previously unreleased comments from producer and Filmwerks co-founder Gary Schmoeller!… Read More Albert Pyun & The Birth of Filmwerks
Albert Pyun’s Nemesis Quartet: A Primer
Ahead of the forthcoming Pyun-produced fifth film, Matty briefly looks back at the cult auteur’s first four robo-schlockers. … Read More Albert Pyun’s Nemesis Quartet: A Primer
