“And I need you now tonight And I need you more than ever And if you only hold me tight We’ll be holding on forever And we’ll only be making it right ‘Cause we’ll never be wrong Together, we can… Read More ›
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The only thing stopping Springtime for Hitler is “The Last Temptation of Becky.” [Fantasia]
“You probably heard we ain’t in the prisoner-takin’ business; we in the killin’ Nazi business. And cousin, business is a-boomin’.” – Lt. Aldo Raine in Inglourious Basterds (2009) There are a few things in cinema that most audiences agree on:… Read More ›
A Conversation with “Above & Below” director Jesse V. Johnson.
Filmmaker Jesse V. Johnson returns to EoM Presents to discuss his latest directorial effort, the ocean survival thriller Above & Below. Johnson speaks about the technical and logistical challenges of underwater filmmaking, the performances of frequent collaborators Louis Mandylor and… Read More ›
“The Arrival” 4K UHD Blu-ray Giveaway
While physical media production of films seems to be waning, there still remain those who champion cinema by re-releasing titles on brand-new formats with new art and features. In June, Lionsgate Limited did exactly this with their 4K UHD edition… Read More ›
Berner’s “Splash City” is a brutal Bay Area crime thriller dominated by powerful performances.
Born in the Sunset District neighborhood of San Francisco, Gilbert Anthony Milam Jr., known professionally as Berner, is a rapper with multiple albums under his belt, as well as a cannabis entrepreneur. Berner is the Co-founder and CEO of Cookies,… Read More ›
“Big Break” has cult comedy group Simple Town leap from the stage onto the cinema screen, creating plenty of hysterics along the way. [Fantasia]
Comedy is subjective, but when it’s done right and done in a way that hasn’t been overdrawn and overdone, then it can be a wild success. In Ian Faria’s first feature, cult comedy group Simple Town (known to their fans,… Read More ›
Director Bob Colaers’s “Attack on Paradise” attempts a fresh perspective on well-worn tropes with mixed results. [Fantasia]
When stories aren’t being told the way you want to see them, sometimes you have no choice but to make them yourself. Based on an artist’s statement, that’s the idea behind the creation of Attack on Paradise (formerly Paradise) by… Read More ›
A Conversation with “Time of Death” actor Michael Kelly.
Actor Michael Kelly joins this edition of EoM Presents to discuss his work on the indie horror film Time of Death, directed by Will Wernick. Filmed on location at a century-old abandoned penitentiary in West Virginia, the distinct Appalachian setting… Read More ›
“Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” arrives in a 4K UHD home release.
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy arrives on physical media after its theatrical run, which was met with mixed criticism from fans and critics alike. While some enjoyed this new take on The Mummy, it seemed to divide audiences by being too… Read More ›
When communication breaks down and anger seethes, “Evil Dead Burn.”
Trigger Warning: There’s a brief club sequence early in the film that features flashing lights that may be disturbing for photosensitive viewers. Additionally, the subject of familial abuse courses throughout. Be sure to take precautions before watching. Sheila: You found… Read More ›
Yeon Sang-ho’s “Colony” sees individuality and community collide in the filmmaker’s latest horror thriller.
Despite the well-worn nature of certain subgenres, there can be a magical configuration of approaches that result in a sensation of something new and special. This is the case with Yeon Sang-ho’s Train to Busan (2016), an action horror thriller… Read More ›
Open Dialogue with “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan: Ghost War” actor Michael Kelly and director Andrew Bernstein.
The world of Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan expands with Ghost War, the new action thriller debuting on Amazon Prime Video on May 20. In this Meet Me at the Movies / Screen Scene interview spotlight, Thomas Manning sits down with… Read More ›
“Deep Water” crashes into a Blu-ray release without any special features.
Since his heyday in the 1990s, filmmaker Renny Harlin has had some ups and downs in terms of critical reception to his work. It’s been a while since the decade that brought us Die Hard 2, Cliffhanger, The Long Kiss… Read More ›
The 4K UHD quality rewatch of “Crime 101” is the only reason to snatch up the home release with no supplementary materials.
Being a physical media collector is tough as we constantly are barraged (thankfully) with new releases from studios, boutiques, and prestige labels; some weeks have three, four, five, plus releases; and chasing the first printing before it goes out of… Read More ›
“Pitfall” Digital Code Giveaway
After a run in theaters in May, director James Kondelik’s horror thriller Pitfall is now available on VOD and digital to experience at home. Courtesy of Cineverse, EoM is giving away one (1) Apple TV digital code for one lucky individual…. Read More ›
Open Dialogue with “The Furious” actor Joe Taslim and director Kemji Tanigaki *and* “O Horizon” actors David Strathairn and Maria Bakalova.
What do a high-octane martial arts spectacle and an intimate science-fiction family drama have in common? Great storytelling. In this episode of Meet Me at the Movies, Thomas Manning shines a spotlight on two very different films and the talented… Read More ›
Filmmaker Tsui Harks’ controversial crime thriller “Don’t Play with Fire” is released in 2K HD by Cult Epics with all three versions of the film.
Trigger Warnings: The film contains (1) depictions of violence against animals (some quite real) and (2) a sequence at a club involving flashing lights. Art always reflects the times. What the artist is feeling, what inspires them, what terrifies them… Read More ›
1996’s “Eraser” explodes with vibrant visuals and sounds in 4K UHD.
The year is 1996, Chuck Russell (A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors; The Blob; The Mask) has a new movie coming out with Arnold Schwarzenegger (Batman & Robin) and James Caan (Thief); it looks campy, fun, and packed… Read More ›
Recruit Kelly Reichardt’s “The Mastermind” for your home collection.
Writer/director Kelly Reichardt’s latest film, The Mastermind, was one of my biggest surprises of 2025. That’s not only coming from a fan of her work but also from the way The Mastermind subverts expectations. Set in the 1970s against the… Read More ›
1988’s “Sunset” gets a release as part of Mill Creek Entertainment’s Retro VHS/Rewind Collection.
Sunset (1988) isn’t a bad movie, but it isn’t a great one either. It comes early in Bruce Willis’s career and is often forgotten about while discussing his filmography. Most people immediately bring up films like Die Hard (1988), The… Read More ›