The type of religious horror film that should be forgettable but isn’t, thanks to an engaging performance from Russell Crowe and a strong story that overdelivers on what it promises.
“Blue Hour: The Disappearance of Nick Brandreth”
A faux true crime documentary that feels real until the story grows into an overly complicated, bizarre mess about time travel and the occult.
“The Bigfoot Trap”
This tightly-edited thriller about a man locked in a Bigfoot trap is entertaining, intense, and has script with a surprising amount of depth.
“Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant”
A deeply meaningful and touching story of honor and brotherhood that’s wrapped up in an intense wartime thriller.
“Renfield”
The real horror of it all is the way director Chris McKay blows what should have been a slam-dunk premise.
“Laced”
The film’s themes are used as a plot device rather than in a meaningful way, and more could’ve been done with the ideas about retribution for abuse and the cycle of violence that is often fostered by toxic relationships.
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