The Rite (2011)

The Rite (2011)

The Rite combines top notch production and cinematography with a familiar theme that has been all but played out in modern cinema. The theme is that of the Roman Catholic church and exorcism. Before writing this one off for daring to go there yet again, I will say that The Rite steps above the rest with two shining positives, these being the writing and of...

The Wolfman (2010)

The Wolfman (2010)

“Terrible things Lawrence, you’ve done terrible things” I am not typically a fan of remakes and new school takes to old school stories, but in cases like The Wolfman you have to keep an open-mind. You absolutely must see this if you are a horror/gore fan as Director Joe Johnston has given us a reason to fear the hairy monster once again....

Beowulf (2007)

Beowulf (2007)

I am Beowulf! You’ve probably heard, read or seen the story of history’s first superman “Beowulf” at one time or the other. My memory is a shaded one and it stems from an English class in high school where we read the poem passed down from the bards of Danish/Swedish lore. The Adaptation: Beowulf, the man who through strength and smarts, slew three...

Bram Stoker’s Dracula

Bram Stoker’s Dracula

The setting is ancient Transylvania, the aristocracy is living well, the town is bustling with activity and somewhere in the mountains a dark castle sits. Within it’s walls lives an ancient man, more ancient than others, in actuality his age defies mortality, and he holds a secret. His name is Vlad Dracul, more commonly known as Vlad The Impaler. I have always...