Movie reviews

‘Firestarter’ Review: The smoldering remake is ignited by John Carpenter’s nostalgic score but fails to fully develop as do the film’s central characters
At one point horror master John Carpenter was set to direct the 1984 adaptation of Stephen King’s “Firestarter,” the gig eventually going to Mark L.…

‘Battle for the Heart of Texas” screens tonight as part of the Earthx Film Festival in Dallas
If you’re a landowner in the state of Texas there are two words you never want to hear, “Eminent Domain.” They mean the government or…

Celebrate National Paranormal Day with the scary Texas thriller ‘The Dark and the Wicked’
You don’t have to be a ghost hunter to celebrate National Paranormal Day. Fans of unexplained phenomena such as spirits, ufology, and cryptozoology, can enjoy…

‘Memory’ Review: Liam Neeson and 007 director Martin Campbell manage to elevate the action film past mediocrity by taking occasional respites from the violence to let the talented cast act
Somewhere in Hollywood, there exists a Liam Neeson Random Generator. Pull the lever and like a slot machine, three spinning reels determine the character, antagonist,…

‘The Duke’ Review: An irresistible comedy anchored by wonderful performances from Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren
Roger Michell’s films are cinema’s version of comfort food. The British version, of course, more Shepherd’s pie than Chicken Fried Steak. From “Notting Hill” to…