Casey Chong presents a selection of Die Hard riffs… The Die Hard on a [fill in the setting] subgenre first made its mark after director John McTiernan and then-television star Bruce Willis, of Moonlighting fame, ushered in a new era of action movies in 1988 to critical and financial success with the original Die Hard. […]
10 Unconventional Christmas Movies (That Aren’t Die Hard)
If you’re looking for an unconventional Christmas movie that isn’t Die Hard, here’s a selection for your consideration…. Christmas is upon us again, and one of the leisure activities associated with the holiday spirit is revisiting some of the traditional Christmas movie classics such as It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, and The Santa Clause. […]
7 Snake Horror Movies You May Have Missed
Casey Chong with seven snake movies that may have slithered under your radar… Sharks may top the list when it comes to animal-themed horror movies, but the slithery, poisonous snakes deserve their spot, too. Popular snake movies like Anaconda and Snakes on a Plane are worthy of a mention here. And so do a few […]
7 Underrated World War II Romance Movies For Your Watch List
Casey Chong presents a selection of underrated World War II romance movies to add to your watchlist…. World War II has inspired many filmmakers to explore the subject matter from different perspectives, one of which includes the romantic elements set against the backdrop of the war-torn country. Popular and much talked-about movies like Casablanca, The […]
Beyond Superman: The Essential Christopher Reeve Movies
Casey Chong presents the essential Christopher Reeve movies beyond the Superman franchise…. The name Christopher Reeve will be forever associated with his iconic role as Clark Kent/Superman in the Superman film series, portraying the character from the 1978 original through to 1987’s The Quest for Peace, totalling four movies. His wholesome appearance, along with a […]
8 Great Cult Sci-Fi Movies from 1985
Casey Chong looks at eight essential cult sci-fi movies from 1985…. 1985 was a big year for a certain sci-fi movie called Back to the Future, which made over $210 million in the stateside alone. Robert Zemeckis’ genre-defining, time-travel masterpiece remains a cinematic icon to this day. However, the year also saw a handful of […]
8 Creepy Neighbor Movies for Your Watchlist
Casey Chong with eight great creepy neighbor movies for your watchlist… There’s something intriguing about exploring the endless possibilities revolving around neighbors in a movie, typically in the form of psychological thrillers. These neighbors can be, say, a serial killer or a terrorist, and these types of movies are usually built from a mix of […]
Entertaining 80s Buddy Movies You May Have Missed
Casey Chong with a selection of 80s buddy movies for your watch list… The 1980s were a defining era for buddy movies, beginning with the granddaddy of the modern action comedy 48 Hrs. in 1982, bringing in Nick Nolte’s grizzled cop role and then-newcomer Eddie Murphy’s motormouthed and street-smart convict. Murphy’s career then skyrocketed in […]
Chilling Stranded-in-the-Snow Movies for Your Watchlist
Casey Chong presents a selection of stranded-in-the-snow movies to add to the chills… Films where the characters are trapped in a snowstorm due to various reasons – a car breaks down, a result of a plane crash on the icy location, or seeking a temporary shelter at a remote setting – has frequently been employed […]
From Dusk Till Dawn at 30: The Story Behind the Cult Classic Horror Genre Mash-Up
On the 30th anniversary of U.S. release, Hasitha Fernando looks at the story behind From Dusk Till Dawn… From Dusk Till Dawn was one of the most controversial yet radically different horror flicks to be conceived by two of 90’s indie cinemas greatest talents – Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez. Although the effort received somewhat […]
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