In a cruel twist of fate, the most ominous and tragicTwilight Zone-like scenario occurred in real life. An explosive was to be detonated adjacent to the helicopter, which was operated by Vietnam War veteranDorcey Wingo. “over the radio. Image Via Warner Bros. It appeared evident that Landis and Folsey were recklessly negligent with the safety of the set. Landis, Folsey, Wingo, Allingham, and explosives specialistPaul Stewartwere all acquitted on charges of manslaughter....

Horror films are filled with tropes. In the final act of any slasher, several things are bound to happen. And don’t even try the phone. Landlines have been cut and your cell won’t have a signal. The biggest trope is that of the final girl. you’ve got the option to find the heroine of a slasher within the first twenty minutes. Image Via Miramax There have been countless final girls....

The “girl next door” trope has been a staple in storytelling for decades. It typically describes a female character who is wholesome, relatable, and down-to-earth. She would essentially encompass a best friend or partner to the main character. These movies typically prove that the theme is more than just their romantic interests. Parker has always loved Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst). Parker has loved her since they were little but never wanted to share his feelings....

Ever since the pandemic began, the theater industry has yet to fully normalize. One such film that seemingly lost its shot at the big screen wasRob Savage’sThe Boogeyman. It, too, was a 20th Century Studios production. Beck says it came down to some good luck on their end. TheA Quiet Placewriters have been plenty busy lately. BeforeThe Boogeymanreleases, their dinosaur actioner65withAdam Driveris due to release on March 10. Image via 20th Century Studios...

It’s a great way to tell riveting stories with impactful themes and memorable characters. However, the true core of it all are Michael and Vito Corleone. n Brugesis hilarious, tense, fun, and full ofMartin McDonagh’s signature nihilism and cynicism. Image via Columbia Pictures As the film goes deeper and deeper into the character’s psyche, it becomes even more engaging. Harron does an admirable job at balancing comedy, horror, and crime movie tropes....

Misfortune and personal tragedies can lead to compelling stories. In a drama, some sort of unfortunate event can create a compelling narrative where a problem is overcome. Comedy is when you fall into an open manhole and die. The following will contain some spoilers for the movies listed. It’s the kind of movie where every scene serves as an escalation, and the pacing proves relentless. Things changed when it came to theDaniel Craigera ofJames Bond....

It might play many tropes straight, but it’s undeniably great as a romance/comedy movie. It also contains one of the funniest scenes in action movie history. There are tons of characters inGoodfellas, and some of them only get a scene or two to shine. Image via New Line Cinema And then he’s never seen again, but nevertheless stays in viewers' hearts and minds forever. What follows isa gripping and emotional dramaabout hope in the darkest of times, and features countless great characters....

The science fiction genre is experiencing a golden age. However, not every good sci-fi movie can be a hit, and it’s a shame. The plot follows a scientist performing experiments on a group of prisoners reluctantly participating in a dangerous space mission. Cronenberg’s movies are not for everyone, andCrimes of the Futureis no exception. However, things go awry when the father’s instincts betray him, just as they encounter dangerous foes....

Richard Belzerhad a long career as a radio show host, comedian and actor. He would shine asa guest and stand-up act for David Letterman. More than anything, Richard Belzer’s career was marked by one particular character - Detective John Munch. He embraced being Munch so well that he reprised the role as many as ten times! To celebrate Belzer’s career as John Munch, it’s good to revisit his appearances in character....

Thecrime genreis a consistently reliable one in the world of film. It helps even more if viewers are also Cage fanatics, likePedro Pascal’scharacter in the film. Those seeking a grittier or more hard-hitting crime movie, however, might be better off looking elsewhere. It doesn’t quite stack up toKnives Out’sscore of 4.1/5, but 3.7/5 is still commendable. 5’Autobiography' The succinctly titledAutobiographyis an Indonesian language film that’s also aco-production between seven different countries....

Australia has a rich history of crime thrillers. TransfusionstarsAvatarandTerminator: SalvationstarSam Worthingtonas the film’s main character, Ryan. With the Australian-made crime movie releasing today, here is how you’re free to go about watchingTransfusion. Image via Saban Films The movie had its world premiere on January 5, 2023, in Australia. Is Transfusion Streaming Online? Is Transfusion Available on Digital and VOD? Image via Saban Films Well, fret not! Crime thrillers dont get any more tightly wound than this....

The following crime films, however, stand out for how realistic and gritty they are. Ultimately, his circumstances make him turn back to a life of crime. It’s also got an impressive cast beyond Hoffman, includingGary Busey,Kathy Bates, andHarry Dean Stanton. Just like in life, people can - and do - die with little warning. 2’Goodfellas' (1990) IMDb Rating: 8.7/10 Crime movies don’t get much better thanGoodfellas. NEXT:The Most Underrated Crime Movies of the 2010s...

But who is the actress with the most Oscars? FromCate BlanchetttoIngrid Bergman,these are the talented women who have won the most Academy Awards so far. In 1935, Davis won her first Academy Award in the Best Actress category for her performance inDangerous. Image via Warner Bros. Blanchett won her second Oscar for Best Actress in theWoody Allencomedy-drama filmBlue Jasminein 2014. Her recent role in the filmTarhas also highlighted Blanchett’s astounding talents and garnered her much acclaim....