While a production time of a few years can be expected for a feature film, some movies have taken a shockingly long time to finally be released. In some cases, directors have spent decades developing projects, and financial issues or other concerns have meant that highly anticipated movies lie in development hell for extended periods before finally seeing the light of day. Other times, filmmakers even passed before they could complete their projects, and years later, the completion of the movie was overseen by other directors or production companies. Some of the best directors ever took extended time to finally…
Author: Stephen Holland
Sylvester Stollone has made a name for himself as one of the biggest action stars of all time, but he’s also had many unloved releases throughout his varied filmography. Although Stallone will go down in history for his incredible portrayals of Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, there were many underrated hidden gems in his body of work just begging to be re-appreciated by a contemporary audience. Looking back and rewatching some of Stallone’s critical flops and financial failures, it’s surprising how many hold up as solidly enjoyable movies. There’s no denying that the best Sylvester Stallone movies are his most…
Sylvester Stollone has made a name for himself as one of the greatest action movie stars of all time, but many highly underrated entries in his filmography need more attention. Although Stallone will always be known for characters like Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, he is far from the kind of one-dimensional performer he is sometimes made out to be. Throughout his career, Stallone has surprised viewers with incredible performances in heartfelt dramas, screwball comedies and intense neo-noir thrillers. Many of the best Sylvester Stallone movies have become touchstones in modern popular culture, while other fantastic films are doomed to…
It’s surprising just how many Cult-favorite horror movies They were significantly influenced by earlier films and, when it really comes down to it, were totally unoriginal. While this may seem like a point of criticism, paying homage to horror movies of the past or filmmakers who wear their influences on their sleeve is never a bad thing, and just because a movie was derivative doesn’t mean it’s bad. In fact, many of the biggest cult hits took premises already explored in other movies and expanded on them to make something even better. Some of the best cult horror movies owe…
It’s surprising just how many Cult-favorite horror movies They were significantly influenced by earlier films and, when it really comes down to it, were totally unoriginal. While this may seem like a point of criticism, paying homage to horror movies of the past or filmmakers who wear their influences on their sleeve is never a bad thing, and just because a movie was derivative doesn’t mean it’s bad. In fact, many of the biggest cult hits took premises already explored in other movies and expanded on them to make something even better. Some of the best cult horror movies owe…
Summary The bling ring Captures the superficial materialism and celebrity culture of the 2010s. Sofia Coppola uses sharp satire to explore the allure of fame and empty material desires. Emma Watson’s performance as Nikki Moore adds layers to a cast of mostly one-dimensional characters. Look back at Sofia Coppola’s satirical crime film The bling ring More than ten years later reveals how much the world of fame has changed. While young people’s need for external validation means that the story of fame-obsessed teenagers robbing celebrities’ houses will always be relevant, it also points to a bygone era of consumerism and…
The career of Dennis Quaid Was full of fantastic performances, and it is incredible how many sports movies he has played a part in. Whether as a leading man or in a supporting role, Quaid has consistently topped every sports movie in his filmography with committed performances in biopics, comedies, and heartfelt dramas. From his breakout role in Breaking away Due to recent successes such as The long gameQuaid’s sports movie roles have been a defining aspect of his career. Many of the best Dennis Quaid movies are sports films, as his emotional range and acting talents translate well to…
Like Frank Martin in The transporter movies, Jason Statham delivered some of his career’s most incredible action scenes. The over-the-top franchise about a highly skilled criminal delivery driver with a personal set of rules featured non-stop action as Frank fought enemies from France to Miami and kicked on land, sky and sea. As an incredible piece of mid-2000s action movie stock, Statham’s Transporter Trilogy was a high point in a body of work filled with epic action sequences and thrilling takedowns. Frank Martin stood out as one of Jason Statham’s strongest action heroes, and although the series continued for one…
By their very nature, Horror movies Lend to sequels as killers, supernatural threats, and monstrous entities constantly return to seek vengeance and revenge. While this can sometimes feel unnecessary, as horror franchises continue to stretch the patience of their prime and test audiences, other series have remained engaging and have characters that I would watch indefinitely. As a horror movie lover, there are just a few franchises that, no matter how many installments they make, I’m always happy to hear about a new upcoming entry. The best horror franchises have antagonists who have carved important roles in popular culture, as…
Allison Williams Has proven to be one of the most exciting performers working today with several iconic roles in movies and television in her relatively short career. From her breakout role as Marnie Michaels on HBO Girls To be dubbed a new scream queen due to her success in the horror genre, Williams has consistently confounded the expectations of the audiences and proved her hidden, often underappreciated talents. With equal skill as a comic and dramatic performer, when given the right material, Williams truly excelled with some highly effective performances. In her role as Rose Armitage in Get outWilliams gave…