Big Bug Showdown: Them! vs Tarantula!
Them! and Tarantula!
In the 1950s, with the testing and use of atomic weapons still on the mind of the public, science fiction movies began showing what the fallout of such use could bring.
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The Old Guard: Well… the sound design is cool?
The Old Guard
After being discovered, a group of immortals have to fight to stay hidden from those who might try and exploit them. As the title suggests, the sound design is really cool. As far as this movie’s saving graces, it pretty much begins and ends there. Why? Let’s find out.
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Mullholland Drive: Another Lynch movie
Mullholland Drive
Wannabe actress Betty moves into her Aunt’s apartment only to find Rita, a strange woman with no recollection of who she is. Together, they try to find Rita’s identity. This is no Twin Peaks, but I would argue this is definitely worth the watch. Why? Let’s find out.
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Eraserhead: A Slideshow of Terrible Things
Eraserhead
Henry, an introverted factory printer, finds he has to care for his premature, odd-looking child. If any of you have seen any of the short films on Vimeo, then you’ve essentially seen Eraserhead. It’s strange, makes very little sense, and leaves you with an odd feeling—if it’s good. What feelings did Eraserhead give me? Let’s find out.
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It’s About Time: About Time
About Time
21 year old Tim finds out he has the power to time travel and uses it to improve his love life. I’ve never been in a horrible accident, but I imagine if I were I would watch this movie to feel better. Why? Let’s find out.
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It’s About Time: Back to the Future
Back to the Future
It’s a love letter to an era that landed with a modern twist at the time of its release, which has now seamlessly developed into high-octane nostalgia. It’s simple. It’s interesting. It’s exciting. This one checks all of the boxes.
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It’s About Time: 12 Monkeys (1995)
12 Monkeys
Bruce Willis revisits the sci-fi genre as James Cole, a Volunteer from the future who attempts to chase, track, and understand a viral pandemic that ultimately leads to the demise of the majority of humankind. The simple relevance of this story adds a unique sense of eerie dread outside of the intended discomfort.
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Amazing Science Fiction: Unbreakable: One of Shyamalan’s best
Unbreakable
Unbreakable follows down-on-his-luck David Dunn as he finds he has superpowers he can use to do good. Director M. Night Shyamalan’s career is an interesting one. His highs are high and his lows are low. One of his best movies is Unbreakable. Why? Let’s find out.
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Amazing Science Fiction: Ready Player One
Ready Player One
This story works on paper—a nostalgia fueled, quest driven coming-of-age story, complete with romance and social commentary—so maybe it should have stayed there.
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Amazing Science Fiction: 2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey
2001: A Space Odyssey follows two astronauts as they attempt to investigate a bizarre artifact with possible interstellar origins. This movie is designed for analysis. If you don’t want to think while watching movies, this is not going to be for you. Why? Let’s find out.
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Amazing Science Fiction: Blade Runner (1982)
Blade Runner
In the future, humanity has created robots, called replicants, used as slaves, four of which escape confinement, forcing a former police detective to kill them all. Blade Runner is a very unique movie. Why? Let’s find out.
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Amazing Science Fiction: The Fifth Element (1997): We Call it Human Nature
The Fifth Element
The Fifth Element just barely scratches the surface of modern relevance but finds itself steeped in themes that simply don’t age well. It may not be your favorite sci-fi film, but it’s one that any fan of the genre should sit down with a popcorn and a soda and dig into.
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