The humble television show is a difficult medium to make horror stories work inBut some series have managed to climb the ranks of the genre. While countless incredible horror films have endlessly proven the potential of the horror story in movie format, the many constraints of network television have made the success of creative horror television series much less common. That said, there are a number of standout horror shows that have stood the test of time as genre-defining works of art. The best horror shows use long-form storytelling to plunge their protagonists deeper and deeper into despair over the…
Author: Alexander Valentino
The humble jump scare has become a staple of the modern tradition Horror Movie, with several films in the genre is mainly loaded with them. A “jump scare” refers to a sudden or abrupt camera cut, appearance of a character, or scary situation that spikes the viewer’s adrenaline by lulling them into a false sense of security before attacking them with terror. While the biggest jump scares are quite memorable, some horror movies have far too many of them to count. Jump scares often get a bad rap in the horror community, often seen as a cheap way to guarantee…
It’s no secret that Comic book movies Thrive away from sequels and franchises, but not every plan for a major franchise, even in the superhero space, manages to come to fruition. Since the success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, Blockbusters have been keener than ever to hastily set up similar movie franchises in hopes of keeping audiences hooked for a long time.. Unfortunately, not every comic book movie attempt to do this has aged well. Many films have cliffhangers meant to set up sequels that simply never come to pass. Sometimes the follow-ups fail due to studio differences and…
An icon of the martial arts movie genre, Jet Li Was responsible for putting some absolutely incredible action scenes to screen over the course of his legendary career. The Singaporean martial artist and actor was once a national wushu champion, pivoting into an acting career at the young age of 18 in 1982 with The Shaolin Temple. Since then, Jet Li has had a lauded cinematic career, reviving the Hong Kong martial arts movie on one hand and leaving a wake of fantastic hand-to-hand combat scenes. Jet Li’s best action scenes showcase the performer’s impressive dexterity, agility, And years of…
Joker: Folie à Deux didn’t make a big impression on fans of the first film, prompting an examination of movies more similar to 2019’s Joker To watch as a palette cleanser. Openly antagonistic to fans of the previous film, Joker: Folie à Deux Failed to reach an audience, flopping even harder than infamous comic book movie bombs like Morbius and Madame Webb. With the sequel so widely disappointed for those who enjoyed it joker, It’s a better time than ever to examine some great films that are more similar to the first film than Joker: Folie à Deux Is. The…
Summary Superheroes often need multiple films to get their live-action representation right, evolving with the progress of the genre. Recasting roles can enhance a character’s personality, as seen with Don Cheadle’s portrayal of War Machine in the MCU. Second attempts at superhero movies, like Deadpool’s, can rectify mistakes and give characters a more faithful adaptation. Even the most famous Comic book movie Characters often need more than one film to really get it right. The superhero movie genre has come a long way, from the direct-to-TV movies of recent times to the expansive films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As…
The famous film critic Roger Ebert knew how to give a film that failed to meet expectations just desserts, especially when it came to Horror. One of the most famous and beloved movie reviewers of all time, Roger Ebert clearly did not have an equal love for all genres, with horror being particularly low on his list of favorites. In particular, he famously disregarded the slasher genre, which he derogatorily referred to as “Dead teenager films.” So, it’s no surprise that horror movies are heavy on Ebert’s list of most hated films. Roger Ebert truly offered no quarter to low-budget…
Make a sequel for a War movie is a difficult thing to do, as is proven by the countless amounts of strange ideas for follow-ups to classic militarist films over the years. The best war movies give an in-depth look at the true horrors of war and also with exciting action. Historical accuracy doesn’t hurt either, although it’s not strictly required to generate a strong narrative depicting the terrors of combat. However, it can be difficult to capitalize on the success of a war movie for various reasons. A large part of the difficulty that comes with generating ideas for…
If there is one thing Tim Burton Known for, it is the incredible set design of his creative movies. Visionary director Time Burton has a trademark visual style, one that manages to shine in the settings of his varied and often fantastical stories. Although there are many sets that are worthy of admiration in Tim Burton’s filmography, a few are selected as the most eye-popping. first and foremost, Burton’s ability to filter any location through his unique art style is quite impressiveWhether it’s on the set of a live-action movie or the intricate stage of a stop-motion picture. It’s also…
Batman Has had countless interpretations in various movies and TV shows, which often make positive changes to the history of the character and other residents of Gotham city. Every comic book movie makes heavy changes to its inspiration, with many comic details often being too difficult to work into a film’s runtime. In many instances, filmmakers and showrunners present better ideas for Batman and his world than the comics themselves, improving upon the source material. There are several ways that the various Batman movies and series have changed the continuity of the comics for the better. Batman’s origins are often…