Category: Reviews

Suspiria (1977)

Posted on October 11, 2025June 6, 2026 by garethmyles

Suspiria is a landmark horror film that easily captivates it’s audience

Dawn of the Dead (1978)

Posted on October 8, 2025October 21, 2026 by garethmyles

George A. Romero’s “Dawn of the Dead” (1978) defined the modern zombie genre, cementing tropes like slow hordes & headshots. Its satire on consumer culture and commentary on societal decay make it a masterclass in entertainment & social commentary.

Return of the Evil Dead (A.K.A. Attack of the Blind Dead)

Posted on October 4, 2025October 10, 2026 by garethmyles

Return of the Evil Dead is a frustrating, lazy sequel that reuses footage and loses the original’s threat by making the Blind Dead vulnerable to silence. Its plot is riddled with gaps, the action is flawed, and the climax is nonexistent.

Night of the Living Dead (1968)

Posted on October 1, 2025August 7, 2026 by garethmyles

George A. Romero’s 1968 film Night of the Living Dead revolutionised horror with its self-imposed limitations, creating the modern zombie genre & potent social commentary. Its influence can be seen in countless films, from Sam Raimi to The Walking Dead.

The Pickup (2025)

Posted on September 27, 2025August 29, 2026 by garethmyles

The Pick Up flips the buddy-cop script, casting Eddie Murphy as the straight man opposite Pete Davidson’s lazy “manchild” routine. Despite passable action, the film suffers from crude humor, a wasted villain arc, and a squandered Andrew Dice Clay cameo. It’s forgettably fun.

Under Fire (2025)

Posted on September 20, 2025May 10, 2026 by garethmyles

Under Fire combines elements of the fox hunt sniper genre with humor and tension. While it doesn’t excel, it provides a decent, entertaining experience despite some flaws like slow-motion effects and an underwhelming plot twist.

Night Train Murders (1975)

Posted on June 14, 2025May 19, 2026 by garethmyles

Night Train Murders trundles in on 4K UHD: A Bleak Yet Potent Thriller Gets a Welcome Upgrade

Terror Express (1981)

Posted on May 11, 2025June 19, 2026 by garethmyles

Awaiting the 4K release of Night Train Murders, I thought I would head off into similar territory and have a look at another train based Italian Giallo from that period. Terror Express seemed a perfect option.

The Party Animal (1984)

Posted on February 22, 2025August 29, 2026 by garethmyles

I figured I would give The Party Animal a go as I was in the mood for a raunchy, wacky comedy. An Animal House knock-off that I wish I could unsee.

Fifty/Fifty (1992)

Posted on February 15, 2025March 11, 2026 by garethmyles

I get a real kick out of Fifty/Fifty and have seen it more times than I care to mention. It feels like a Greatest Hits compilation of 80’s jungle action movies