Ever seen the American Film Institute’s list of movie quotes? Let me sum up: of the hundred, about 25 are Casablanca and Gone with the Wind. Most of the rest are from the other golden oldies that are revered by the writers of film studies textbooks; they may be well-made, but they’re also very muchContinue reading “Top 25 Movie Quotes Part XXIII”
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Book Quote of the Day
“The reality is, unless we’ve been given a ballpark figure by a reputable physician (and sometimes not even then), not a single one of us knows when we’re going to shuffle off this mortal coil. It’s morbid, but it’s true. Tomorrow you could get hit by a bus, or mauled by a pack of wolves,Continue reading “Book Quote of the Day”
Book Quote of the Day
“I stare up at the wooden altar. ‘What am I doing here, Lord?’ ‘Can I help you?’ I swivel round. A man stands behind me. Slight and very pale, his chalky pallor accentuated by oily black hair, slicked back from a high widow’s peak. Despite the warm weather, he wears a dark suit over aContinue reading “Book Quote of the Day”
Book Quote of the Day
“Amy doesn’t say anything, unwilling to draw attention to herself. Or the fact that she hates haunted house attractions. And corn mazes. And pretty much anything that exists in the real world. They make her dizzy with panic. Movies are controlled–carefully constructed and unalterable narratives. In real life things can get messy–not in a guy’sContinue reading “Book Quote of the Day”
Horror Cinematherapy: 10 More Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety
I began my college career as a psychology major, and I have an AA in social science. Therefore, I am qualified to treat mental health issues…not at all. Whatsoever. Buuut I once read an article about how the movie The Martian is good for anxiety because Matt Damon’s character puts aside his problems in orderContinue reading “Horror Cinematherapy: 10 More Gettin Shit Done Movies to Ease Your Anxiety”
30 Second Review: “The Substance”
Synopsis: Elisabeth, an actress who has the audacity to age, buys an experimental, well, substance, that clones a younger version of herself. The two have to trade places in stasis mode once a week, and things go downhill once they have difficulty switching. What is the appeal to Elisabeth, exactly? I get that she’s tryingContinue reading “30 Second Review: “The Substance””
30 Second Review: “Hold Your Breath” (2024)
Synopsis: 1933 Oklahoma. A mother and her two children try to survive killer dust storms, men who may or may not be supernatural, and disapproving townsfolk. Sarah Paulson is amazing as always! A grieving woman experiences hallucinations brought on by an inappropriately sinister children’s book. Dust Bowl Babadook! Finally, filmmakers who understand the innate horrorsContinue reading “30 Second Review: “Hold Your Breath” (2024)”
Nostalgia Tiiiiime! “Cry Little Sister”
The Lost Boys is a 1987 cult classic about punk vampire teens (and by “teens” I mean actors in their twenties). It’s funny and original, and the characters are pretty likable. It’s easy on the eyes, steeped in gauzy superimposition and breathtaking shots of Northern California. “Cry Little Sister” is its gorgeous, 80s-to-the-max theme song.Continue reading “Nostalgia Tiiiiime! “Cry Little Sister””
Book Quote of the Day
“I can cure Ralph. Because it’s what I was born to do. Remember that, Abby, vanquishing this depression is your true calling as a wife. Just like every woman in a television commercial has a true calling–kill the bacteria and save your family; buy the healthy snacks and save your family; use the perfume andContinue reading “Book Quote of the Day”
Book Quote of the Day
“The plans we make and the way they don’t work out is a wonder.” –Wanda M. Morris, Anywhere You Run
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