The first part of a Netflix original trilogy based on the young adult horror book series by R. L. Stine. Fear Street Part 1: 1994 channels the classic slasher horror of the era in which it’s set. Films like Scream (1996) and I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997) are clear inspirations for the […]
Author: Clay Bones
The Tomorrow War – Review
From his days as the funny man in Parks and Recreation to being at the top of the list when an action hero is needed, Chris Pratt has quickly cemented himself as Hollywood’s first choice action man. And once again he finds himself centre stage in Amazon Prime exclusive, The Tomorrow War. The world watches […]
Luca – Review
Whether it’s my age quickly catching up with me, or it is as I believe Pixar are slowing losing their magic. Their latest feature Luca follows the animation studios’ recent projects of solid, family friendly entertainment but lacking to tell a bigger story. Similar criticisms I had with both Onward (2020) and Soul (2020). Luca […]
America: The Motion Picture – Review
“Ding Dong! Its America motherf**kers” – George Washington (not literally) If you thought Hamilton was an interesting and unique reconstruction of early American history, then you’ll be surprised by what this latest Netflix original, animated ‘motion picture’ has to say. Far more of a mockery than it is an informative and intelligent piece highlighting the […]
A Quiet Place Part II – Review
John Krasinski’s breakout directional effort was quite the surprise when it hit theatre’s back in 2018. The final frame felt like a fitting and sophisticated end to the prior events laid out in the thrilling spectacle. A mere weeks later and the rumours of a sequel would be set to release in the coming years. […]
Army of the Dead – Review
Any fans of Zack Synder’s 2004 Dawn of the Dead remake, who will be heading into this expecting a continuation will be bitterly disappointed. Truth be told any fans of the zombie sub-genre will also likely come away feeling the same way. Zombie characters who have more complex characteristics and fleshed out story arcs, action […]
The Mitchells vs. The Machines – Review
Every year some movies fall through the cracks and fail to reach wider audiences due to a lack of solid marketing. I had no idea of this film’s existence until it hit Netflix at the end of last month. I took a punt expecting the worst for some late night entertainment, and was left dumbfounded […]
Without Remorse – Review
A Tom Clancy thriller involving a plot that pits USA against the Russians and questionable morality matters centred around the CIA and US armed forces. It’s not the 80’s kids, but damn does it feel like it again. Adapted from the ’93 novel of the same name, Without Remorse is the latest of Clancy’s work […]
Stowaway – Review
With a story that fades into the nothingness of its setting, Netflix’s latest space drama comes up short despite the good work put in from its short handed cast. Stowaway starts off on an intriguing adventure, but is just left floating and desperately gasping for air for its duration. Marina Barnett (Toni Collette) leads a […]
Love and Monsters – Review
It’s another end of the world drama, only this time it’s presented in the teen-comedy formula. Netflix’s fair budgeted apocalyptic comedy, directed by Michael Matthews, is light in entertainment and thrills but rich in ideas. It’s a sophomore feature effort from the director, and stars teenager’s favourite poster boy, Dylan O’Brien (The Maze Runner trilogy, […]
