The Hunt for Red October (1990).
It’s difficult to imagine today but back in 1990 there was a palpable sense of excitement for many fans when The Hunt for Red October was released. This was the… Continue reading "The Hunt for Red October (1990)."
Tag: Thriller
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The Film ‘89 Podcast Episode 47 – Manhunter (1986).
In Episode 47 of The Film ’89 Podcast, John Arminio and Bill Scurry are joined by friend of Film ’89 and established podcaster and hardcore cinephile, Matthias Van Der Roest… Continue reading "The Film ‘89 Podcast Episode 47 – Manhunter (1986)."
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The Silence of the Lambs (1991).
When people discuss their favourite horror movies, the same films are often guaranteed to come up – Halloween, The Exorcist, A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre… Continue reading "The Silence of the Lambs (1991)."
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The Last Thing He Wanted (2020).
Dee Rees’ newest film, The Last Thing He Wanted, just arrived as a Netflix original and the reviews have been savage: “What makes The Last Thing He Wanted ultimately so… Continue reading "The Last Thing He Wanted (2020)."
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French Connection II (1975).
Despite it’s unique style and ultimately somewhat dour tone, William Friedkin’s The French Connection was a massive critical and commercial success in 1971, and played its part in ushering in… Continue reading "French Connection II (1975)."
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Locke and Key (2020).
Locke and Key is the new, high-concept, spooky fantasy show from Netflix and is based on the comic book series written by Joe Hill and illustrated by Gabriel Rodriguez. The… Continue reading "Locke and Key (2020)."
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The Lighthouse (2019).
Two men start to go mad when a storm maroons them at the lighthouse they’ve been manning for the past month. Whether it’s the mythic, allegoric depiction of the two… Continue reading "The Lighthouse (2019)."
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Shutter Island (2010).
Although known for making what may be considered ‘prestige’ films and the promotion of art-house classics, Martin Scorsese has always had a liking for more low-brow genre films, including the film noir ‘B’ pictures… Continue reading "Shutter Island (2010)."
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The Film ‘89 Podcast Episode 36 – Joker (2019).
In Episode 36 of the Film ‘89 Podcast, Richie, Haydn and Skye go all-in on a spoiler-filled review of Warner Bros’ latest adaptation of a DC Comics property, director Todd… Continue reading "The Film ‘89 Podcast Episode 36 – Joker (2019)."
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Police Story (1985).
There is a certain pleasure that comes from watching a Jackie Chan movie. There are bigger and often better action films out there and there are funnier comedies, but few… Continue reading "Police Story (1985)."