The Story of It Featured, Reviews Film Threat
AWARD THIS! 2023 NOMINEE! The original Stephen King’s It (1990) was a landmark achievement for both horror and pop culture in general. Co-directors Chris Griffiths and John Campopiano’s Pennywise: The Story of It is a peek behind the curtain of the making of that seminal…
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Thanksgiving Movie Review: A Fun and Gory Holiday Slasher
From the spine-tingling hallways of Hostel to the fake yet impactful trailers of Grindhouse, Eli Roth‘s maverick penchant for blending fright and surprise finds an amply accommodating playground in Thanksgiving, his recent venture into the slasher film territory. However, it…
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A Charming, If Flawed, Ode To Disney’s Past
Summary Wish is a new animated film from Disney that serves as both a celebration of the studio's legacy and a new original story, though the latter is not as successful. The movie pays tribute to Disney's history through countless…
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‘Wish’ Review — Disney Creates a Shell of Their Best Films
The Big Picture Wish is a disappointment and one of the least magical films to come from Disney Animation Studios in years, despite attempting to celebrate Disney's 100-year milestone. The voice performances in Wish are a highlight, with Chris Pine…
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The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Featured, Reviews Film Threat
NOW IN THEATERS! The Hunger Games presented a bold and wonderful alternate future history of America. Panem, the country that rises out of the ashes of our current republic, is a fractious collection of districts. The trilogy from some years…
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The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Review: Unneeded but Worth Watching
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes snuck past plenty of casual fans of The Hunger Games when Suzanne Collins’ novel was released in May of 2020. The world may have been too busy dealing with our own world events, but…
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Saltburn Review | Flickreel
There’s a point in Saltburn where a character says that they “loved” and “hated” somebody else, going back and forth. This reflects the experience of watching the film. Some will adore Emerald Fennell’s sophomore feature, others will walk out, and…
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‘Squid Game – The Challenge’ Review — Netflix Reality Show Needs to Be Eliminated
The Big Picture Squid Game: The Challenge is a shameless and opportunistic attempt by Netflix to capitalize on the success of the original series, with no respect for the creator's vision or themes. The reality show is cruel, exploitative, and…
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Summoning The Spirit Featured, Reviews Film Threat
A traumatic event can cause untold suffering in those it affects, requiring time to heal the soul and the mind. A spiritual retreat is the setting for the surprisingly visceral Summoning the Spirit. Co-written by Zach Carter and director Jon Garcia,…
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“Ariel: Back to Buenos Aries” (2023): What is Family?
“Ariel: Back to Buenos Aries” is a captivating story of a brother and sister returning to their birthplace, Argentina, for the first time as adults. Soon immersed in the glimmering tango clubs of Buenos Aires, they come to uncover long-kept…
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Wish Review | Flickreel
After ruling Hollywood for over a decade, Disney has endured a mostly underwhelming year among critics and moviegoers. The fact that this box office slump coincides with Disney’s 100th anniversary only adds to the disappointment. Thankfully, Disney is rounding out…
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Your Lucky Day Review: A Gripping Yet Flawed Thriller
Director Daniel Brown‘s Your Lucky Day is a high-octane action thriller that plunges audiences into a high-stakes, tension-filled narrative set against the backdrop of a deadly lottery ticket dispute. With a talented ensemble cast led by the late Angus Cloud,…
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