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.
Reviews
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.
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-.
The Holiday (2006)
Universal Pictures isn’t just the horror guys — they make Christmas movies too. In this edition of the Universally Loved column, we look at the studio’s holiday output, including Nancy Meyers’ The Holiday (2006).
F9 (2021)
By the ninth Fast & Furious film, you know what you’re getting — and the pretense of serious crime drama is long gone. Our review: it’s just a wild ride, and sometimes that’s okay.
Pillow Talk (1959)
Our Universally Loved column celebrates Pillow Talk (1959) — the Doris Day and Rock Hudson romantic comedy that defined the mid-century rom-com. Read the full appreciation!
Happy Death Day (2017)
Our Universally Loved column reviews Happy Death Day (2017), the time-loop slasher that riffs on a familiar formula with a horror twist. Read the full review!