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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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A.P.E.X. (1994): Sloppy Seconds

Twice can be nice, but Matty thinks DTV demigod Phillip J. Roth’s sophomore sci-fi flick is a bit of a struggle. … Read More A.P.E.X. (1994): Sloppy Seconds

September 1, 2022July 21, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Run With It: Phillip J. Roth, SyFy & Digital Man (1995)

Matty can’t get enough of Phillip J. Roth’s lively blast-’em-up and sees it as a work of great importance for both its maker and a certain cable channel. … Read More Run With It: Phillip J. Roth, SyFy & Digital Man (1995)

April 2, 2022July 24, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Prototype (1992): Built to Last

Matty is a fan of B-movie demigod Phillip J. Roth’s surprisingly arty first stab at science fiction.… Read More Prototype (1992): Built to Last

October 19, 2021April 29, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Super-Saver Soldier: Stealth Hunters (1991)

Dave takes a look at a cheap and cheerful sci-fi-action hybrid that’s difficult to dislike. … Read More Super-Saver Soldier: Stealth Hunters (1991)

September 15, 2021March 14, 2023 Dave WainLeave a comment

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