The best step-up inThe MonkeyfromLonglegsis how packed it is with Perkins dark humor, with several laugh-out-loud moments. The Monkey, like all great horror movies, has a sick opening scene. Some time later, the father has abandoned his family due to his inability to destroy the monkey. Image Via Neon We then jump 25 years. Osgood Perkins’s much-anticipated Stephen King adaptation hits theaters in less than a month. The Monkey, for the most part, plays like a grittier and more elevated Final Destination movie....

The Price is Rightgiveth, andThe Price is Righttaketh away. Margaret made it to thePrice is Rightstage, slowly, after winning a Bidder’s Row round. Fail, and she gets the famed “bum-bum-ba-dum, whaaaa” loser horn. Image via CBS Win, and she goes home with a new car, valued at $16,000. Or $28,800 if you’re Corey. Margaret takes her first shot, but misses. That’s right, kids. Granny’s got herself some wheels. But no one can just be happy for an elderly woman who wins big on a game show....

DreamWorks found a major hit with last year’s adaptation ofPeter Brown’s novelThe Wild Robot. He’d also citeE.T. Sanders and companydidn’t shy away from the realities of nature. Image via Universal Pictures It wasn’t something we asked for, they were just testing the waters. Is it too much to have little kids saying these things?' Butit actually was the exact right combination of elementsto pull that kind of thing off." Because Roz the robot is on an island where the animals' programming is there for a reason....

James Gunnis one of the most unique voices in film and television. Peter is touched by the gesture but overjoyed when he finds out Mantis is his half-sister. The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Specialis a clever throwback to Christmas extravaganzas like the cringe-inducingStar Wars Holiday Special. Custom Image by Nimesh Perera The miraculous thing aboutGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. Individually, they were outcasts in need of a family, but together, theyre theGuardians of the Galaxy....

But LGBTQ+ stories don’t have to be just for those in the community, nor should they be. 10’The Color Purple' (2023) Dir. Barrino turns in an incredible performance as Celie, particularly in her musical numbers. Image via United Artists 9’Portrait of a Lady on Fire' (2019) Dir. Its an emotional, compelling film bound to leave an impression on the viewer. The film is also notable for having been shot on three iPhones....

Some of the best movies are based on books, but there are a select few that stand out. Books can provide solid foundations on which to base movies. It can be challenging to effectively re-create the magic of books. Image via Warner Bros. The best movies based on books use the visual medium to expand on the source material. Movies that are solid adaptations of books capture what made the source material so compelling to readers....

They can simultaneously entertain and provoke thought. 10’Stripes' (1981) Directed by Ivan Reitman “Lighten up, Francis.” He and his misfit platoon flail through basic training and a hilariously unconventional mission abroad. Image via Paramount Pictures Winger’s sarcastic humor and laid-back attitude clash with military discipline, creating a steady stream of comedic situations. Murray is joined by a strong supporting cast, including the likes ofJohn CandyandHarold Ramis. They all deliver the sharply written dialogue with glee....

The most popular theory involves the final scene in the series finale. At one point in the scene, a man in a Members Only jacket enters Holsten’s. This theory can also be supported by one particular moment in the episode that requires fans' full attention. Image by Federico Napoli Paulie Gualtieri also makes an appearance as Tagliano’s brother. While there are several plausible theories regarding Tony’s fate, some are much more believable than the others....

Mikey Madisonis one of the rising stars of the moment. This major breakthrough means that Madison is one to watch over the next few years. Some of her choices may come as a surprise, but all are certainly worth watching. Image via Neon I thought it would be easier for you without me." The movie is nuanced and authentic but with a freewheeling spirit and willingness to experiment. Not for nothing,Paris, Texasis now a cult filmand has inspired everyone fromWes AndersonandSam MendestoDavid Robert Mitchell....

Slasher movies are a staple of the horror genre. Like Jason Voorhees in a hardware store, there’s just too many options to choose from. Gorehounds will especially appreciate just how far Leone and his crew go with the kills inTerrifier 2. Image via Paramount Pictures For Art the Clown, there’s no kill like overkill. The best of these alt-holiday slashers though is thekiller Canadian cult classicMy Bloody Valentine. Despite the pervasive success of the series, many of the earlier installments haven’t aged particularly well....

In 2007,Martin Scorsesewon his first and only Best Director Academy Award for his work onThe Departed. Sam Mendesmay not be widely recognized like other Oscar-winning directors, but his films certainly are. No one believes Sawyer when she explains the mix-up, and her stress causes doctors to extend her hold. Custom Image by Nimesh Perera Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl) is a disciplined Austrian workaholic. Both men are professional race car drivers with a fierce rivalry....

War movies have long captivated audiences, and there are some that have cemented their status as classics. War movies can come in all types of genres, including drama and comedy. However, there are war movies that transcend genre and speak to universal wartime experiences. Image via Universal Pictures War movies that are classic tell compelling stories with complex characters. The movie specifically showcases a fictionalized version of the Battle of Mount Austen....

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