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Starring debuts #9: John Amplas in Martin (1978)
Martin on the hunt with a syringe clamped between his teeth is one of the great sights of 70s horror. We know he’s a serial killer, but is he a vampire? As played by the superb Amplas, we never get a telling answer. The movie continually toys with conventions and expectations so that facts and…
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Witchfinder General (1968)
“Men sometimes have strange motives for the things they do.” So says Matthew Hopkins, Witchfinder General, and one of this brutal flick’s coarse joys is trying to work out his. Does he really believe he’s doing God’s work? Or is he merely an opportunist, a man happy to take advantage of the breakdown in law…
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Brain Eating, Gang Rape and Other Funny Stuff
“I’d walk a mile for a chuckle.” Great line, huh? It comes from 1957’s excellent Sweet Smell of Success. It’s a simple statement that perfectly captures a sense of ennui. In seven short words you get a feel for how the character’s been numbed by the daily grind, how he’s surrounded by unremarkable people and…
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What To Know About Dog Treats
When it comes to delivering cannabis plant advantages to their pets, 60% of pet parents opt for cannabidiol dog treats. Why is this so? Well, it’s easy to administer, and dog owners may use it for behavioral training. It’s also tasty for all kinds of furry best pals. Is it possible for things to get…
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Bullitt (1968)
Bullitt is an award-winning film that showcases one of the most exciting car chases ever. The 1968 fast-back Mustang used in the chase scene recently sold at auction for 3.4 million dollars, and it was in rough condition. I will be reviewing the 2-disc Special Edition DVD of this movie. Steve McQueen was one of…
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Uplift the Race: 3 Spike Lee Joints
For over 30 years now, ever since his debut feature She’s Gotta Have It in 1986, Spike Lee has been one of the most innovative and provocative filmmakers of our time. As expressed numerous times throughout his many films, Lee’s highest goal is to “wake up” and uplift all oppressed and deluded people, but he…
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Beethoven (1992)
Despite evidence to the contrary, much of it written by me, I am not a monster. Like virtually any human being, I have certainly been known to find dogs charming, but I am happy the building in which I live only allows cats because I would rather see my neighbors’ pets than hear them, and…
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Darkon (2006)
Before I even begin to insult the participants in Darkon by giving them verbal swirlies and literary locker-stuffings, I must digress for a moment and recognize how tragic this whole thing is.
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Loving the Bomb: Technology & Conquest in the Films of Stanley Kubrick
Stanley Kubrick (1928-1999) was undeniably one of the most brilliant and innovative motion picture directors of all time. His meticulously crafted works have influenced innumerable filmmakers all over the world, from Steven Spielberg to Gaspar Noe. Obviously, entire books have been written about Kubrick’s oeuvre, so let us focus here on the peak of his…
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Can I Learn The Violin At The Age Of 40?
You may have doubts about your music ability because you are at the age of 40. The good news is that childhood is not the only time an individual can learn a music instrument. Your adult brain can form new synapses that can help you in your learning process. As such, you can learn to…