Brazil (1985)
Our Universally Loved column on Terry Gilliam’s Brazil (1985) — ‘might be just as useful and is perhaps a modern masterpiece’ — opening with a riff on brazil nuts.
Movies
An American Werewolf in London (1981)
Long before it howled onto screens, John Landis carried the An American Werewolf in London script with him for over a decade. Tim digs into how the director of Animal House and The Blues Brothers poured his passion project into one of horror-comedy’s defining films.
Dear Evan Hansen (2021)
Some films click instantly; Dear Evan Hansen needed time to percolate. Tim’s Universally Loved column finally found its hook for Universal’s 2021 musical drama — read the review that took its time coming together.
Marry Me (2022)
Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson headline Universal’s Marry Me (2022), a rom-com spun from a web graphic novel with Sarah Silverman in support. Tim reviews it spoiler-free while it’s still fresh in theaters.
The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954) Trilogy
Last to the scene, an original property, and never invited to the monster mash-ups — the Creature from the Black Lagoon is the most maligned Universal Classic Monster. Tim makes the case for the Gill-man and his underrated trilogy.
Shudder Acquires THE CELLAR
Shudder has picked up The Cellar, starring Elisha Cuthbert and Eoin Macken, ahead of its SXSW world premiere. The Irish horror film streams April 15 alongside a day-and-date theatrical release from RLJE Films. Get the full story.
Arrow Aims For The Heart Of Cult Cinema Lovers With Their February Line Up
ARROW is aiming for the heart of cult cinema lovers with its February 2022 lineup. Highlights include Laguna Ave, outlandish sci-fi comedy streaming February 1, and The Sleeper Must Awaken: Making Dune, the feature doc on David Lynch’s divisive space epic — plus more cult picks.
SHUDDER ACQUIRES SUNDANCE MIDNIGHT OFFICIAL SELECTION SPEAK NO EVIL
Shudder keeps stocking its shelves: the streamer has acquired Speak No Evil, Christian Tafdrup’s psychological horror and a Sundance Midnight official selection, ahead of its world premiere. Here’s the full story on the pickup.
Centennial (1978)
Centennial (1978) is the epic 12-part NBC television miniseries based on James A. Michener’s novel, tracing 200 years of Colorado history. Read our full review – Grade: A-.
Shudder Brings The Heart Of Horror Home this February
February on Shudder brings the heart of horror home. This month’s lineup is packed with new originals and exclusives — including Slapface on February 3, rolling out across Shudder US, UKI, and ANZ. Here’s what’s streaming this month.