Roger Corman, the king of “How much movie can I squeeze out of pocket change?” delivers again with Not of This Earth, a sci-fi flick that’s equal parts bizarre, hilarious, and surprisingly captivating. This 1957 gem feels like it was concocted after someone handed Corman $5 and dared him to make a movie about alien…
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The Brain from Planet Arous (1957) – Review
If 1950s sci-fi had a Hall of Fame for outlandishly campy classics, The Brain from Planet Arous would undoubtedly have its own exhibit—complete with a glowing prop brain, John Agar’s intense stare, and a dramatic voiceover declaring, “I am Gor, from the planet Arous!”
It Conquered the World (1956) – Review
It Conquered the World, a title that promises a cosmic conquest, but the execution delivers… a cantaloupe with teeth. Directed by Roger Corman, this low-budget sci-fi film is a delightful B-movie that has earned a reputation for its charming absurdity. This is a film that is both a product of its era and a cautionary…
The Wolfman (2010) – Review
In 2010, Universal aimed to resurrect a classic monster with modern visual effects and a star-studded cast, not to mention having legendary make-up artist Rick Baker on hand, but the result was a moody, occasionally stunning film that struggled under the weight of its ambition. Let’s journey back in time and enter the foggy moors…
Dog Soldiers (2002) – Review
Before werewolves were sexy and CGI ruled the night, Neil Marshall’s Dog Soldiers tore onto the screen with a snarling blend of blood, guts, and pitch-black humour. Set deep in the Scottish Highlands and drenched in practical effects, this cult horror-action hybrid pits a squad of unlucky British soldiers against a pack of terrifying beasts—and…