Tuesday night, in the seasonal holiday spirit, I finally saw the original Night of the Living Dead. It really is one of the greatest horror films ever made. This is fear without compromise. The terror and suspense never let up. There's absolutely no room for a happy ending. The slow, nearly unstoppable ghouls (no one … Continue reading My Thoughts on Night of the Living Dead
Day: October 30, 2013
American Epic With an Unblinking Eye: My Review of 12 Years a Slave
A Historical drama Written by John Ridley, based on the memoir by Solomon Northup Directed by Steve McQueen Painful, frightening, outrageous, lyrical, beautiful, and terrifying despite the happy ending promised in the title, 12 Years a Slave reminds you of what cinema is supposed to be about. This is easily the best new film I've … Continue reading American Epic With an Unblinking Eye: My Review of 12 Years a Slave
Young, Gay, Jewish, Talented, and Out of Control: My Review of Kill Your Darlings
A Drama Written by Austin Bunn and John Krokidas Directed by John Krokidas Interesting how Indiewood has embraced the beats lately--especially Allen Ginsberg. Depending on how you look at it, Kill Your Darlings is the second or third feature about Ginsberg in the space of just over three years. First there was Howl, about Ginsberg … Continue reading Young, Gay, Jewish, Talented, and Out of Control: My Review of Kill Your Darlings
