By: Amanda Guarragi The horror genre has been thriving for decades, with new filmmakers producing modern horror classics for audiences. The conventions will always be similar, but it’s up to the filmmakers to be innovative to present these scares. The beauty of horror lies in the small moments that build suspense. For those who love the genre, the anticipation and the atmosphere play an important … Continue reading ‘Weapons’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi It’s sad to say that we’re living at a time when a fun B movie doesn’t generate the same buzz as a blockbuster. There should be excitement surrounding a new original story with an off-the-wall concept. In Elizabeth Banks’ Cocaine Bear, we get exactly what we expect, and the humour among the cast of characters works extremely well. This is based on … Continue reading ‘Cocaine Bear’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Men and women have different perceptions of each other. Women are often seen as inferior, and men think of themselves as this higher power. Misogyny is embedded in everyone’s psyche because of patriarchal standards. It comes down to social conditioning at a very young age; as you get older, it can be difficult to rewire your brain. The contrast is seen in … Continue reading Sundance Film Festival 2023: ‘Fair Play’ Review
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