B-Movie

Turbo Kid: A Retro Horror Adventure “In a post-apocalyptic world, everyone needs a hero… even a kid.” Released in 2015, “Turbo Kid” is the directorial debut of François Simard, Anouk Whissell, and Yoann-Karl Whissell. This Canadian film blends elements of horror, adventure, and comedy, presenting a unique homage to the 1980s pop culture and the…

A Dance with Darkness: Unearthing “The Demon’s Rook” “Chaos is the same as it has always been,” declares a somber voice in “The Demon’s Rook,” hinting at the timeless terror that awaits. Delving into the arcane corners of horror, the 2013 film directed by James Sizemore (who also stars in the film) presents an ambitious…

The Blade Whirls Again in “Machete Kills” “Machete don’t text,” growls the titular hero of Machete Kills, Robert Rodriguez’s sequel to his grindhouse homage, Machete. Released in 2013, Rodriguez serves up another helping of his over-the-top action extravaganza where horror elements are blended with a flair for the absurd. In this wild ride, Machete (Danny…

“In Texas, we Don’t Dial 911” – A Grindhouse Nightmare in ‘Planet Terror’ When it comes to movie experiences that strike a bloody chord with horror buffs, few come stylized in the gritty, larger-than-life way that Robert Rodriguez’s ‘Planet Terror’ does. Released in 2007 as one half of the ‘Grindhouse’ double feature, alongside Quentin Tarantino’s…

“No One Is Safe from Her Mighty Grasp: A Critical Look at ‘Attack of the 50ft Woman'” A Colossal Tale of Heartbreak and Horror In the canon of classic American cinema, the 1958 film Attack of the 50ft Woman, directed by Nathan Juran, stands tall—quite literally. This cult classic spins a tale of Nancy Archer,…