Mafioso-so: Gangster World (1997)
Cyborgs, mobsters, and a wannabe action hero — Matty dissects an Avi Nesher production that doesn’t quite click.… Read More Mafioso-so: Gangster World (1997)
Tag: Sci-Fi
Odds and Sods: Liquid Dreams (1991)
Though too knowingly barmy for its own good, Matty still finds a few things to like about Mark Manos’ saucy sci-fi thriller. … Read More Odds and Sods: Liquid Dreams (1991)
The Resonator: Miskatonic U (2021) — Charlie Was ‘Ere, or ‘The Butler Did It’
Matty revisits one of the best Full Moon flicks of recent years and contemplates Charles Band’s influence on the films that inspired it. … Read More The Resonator: Miskatonic U (2021) — Charlie Was ‘Ere, or ‘The Butler Did It’
The Darker Side of Terror (1979): Forster²
Featuring a cool early FX gag by John Carl Buechler, Matty savours Gus Trikonis’ arresting small screen creeper.… Read More The Darker Side of Terror (1979): Forster²
Spaced Out: Velocity Trap (1999)
It’s far from vintage Roth, but Matty reckons there’s still some worth to the UFO boss’ flawed space opera. … Read More Spaced Out: Velocity Trap (1999)
Carnosaur 2 (1995): This Time it’s Roar
Matty takes a bite out of Roger Corman and Louis Morneau’s raptor-tastic sequel. … Read More Carnosaur 2 (1995): This Time it’s Roar
Total Reality (1997): Crimes of the Future
Matty shines a light on one of Phillip J. Roth’s finest offerings. … Read More Total Reality (1997): Crimes of the Future
The Intruder Within (1981): Alien Elegy
Matty unearths a small screen sci-fi horror and chronicles the heartbreakingly short lives of its three key creatives. … Read More The Intruder Within (1981): Alien Elegy
Darkdrive (1997): Plug In Baby
Matty gives the nod to Phillip J. Roth’s moody sci-fi thriller.… Read More Darkdrive (1997): Plug In Baby
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