Tag: 2022
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The Sequel Dilemma: Greenland’s Diminishing Returns
Franchise films are often experienced with significant gaps between installments, particularly by those who make a point of watching each release on opening night. That spacing creates a distinct analytical perspective, where each entry is judged with some narrative distance. In contrast, there are times when an analyst deliberately waits, choosing instead to view a…
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Cut from Bridgerton’s Cloth, But with Its Own Distinct Thread: Mr. Malcolm’s List
One particular genre I typically stay away from is romance—though even I can sometimes get pulled into a film or two. I admit Bridgerton was one I found quite delightful. For me, it was not the romanticizing of petticoats and social climbing that held my attention, but the unfolding drama—much of it delivered through the…
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Brand Name, No Backbone: Amityville: Uprising Review
Horror films often fail to deliver the scares their genre promises. Some rely entirely on brand recognition, hoping audiences will show up based on a familiar title alone. These low-budget, poorly marketed franchise extensions are always gambles. For my month-long horror movie marathon—one film and review per day for twenty-eight days—I selected “Amityville: Uprising” (2022),…
Uncut Diamonds 