Riffs and Reviews

As a movie critic, I have seen my fair share of mediocre films, but Jurassic World: Dominion takes the cake for being one of the most underwhelming films of the year. The third installment of the Jurassic World trilogy and the sixth of the Jurassic Park franchise promised an epic conclusion to the saga but failed to deliver on every front. From the get-go, it was clear that this film was going to be a disaster. Jurassic World: Dominion begins with a fascinating idea of dinosaurs invading the world as an invasive species. However, instead of taking this concept and running with it, the movie decides to go with a safer route by keeping the dinosaurs confined to a conveniently contained park. This is just the first of many disappointments in the film. One of the most significant problems with Jurassic World: Dominion is its inability to live up to its own hype. The film was marketed as a grand finale to the Jurassic World trilogy, and fans were promised huge developments and a satisfyin...

M. Night Shyamalan is back with another thought-provoking thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Knock at the Cabin is a new entry in his filmography that leans towards the good side, much like his classic movie "Signs". This latest feature film is based on the book “The Cabin at the End of the World” by Paul G Tremblay, and it showcases the master storyteller's skill of subverting audience expectations and bringing a fresh twist to the tired cabin in the woods trope. The movie revolves around two fathers and their adopted daughter, who are taken hostage by four strangers during their vacation in an isolated cabin. The family is forced to make an impossible choice to stop the apocalypse: save their family or save humanity. This plot had me engaged the whole time, as I questioned what to believe and was curious to see how it would all play out. Dave Bautista as Leonard The performances from the talented ensemble cast, including Ben Aldridge ( Pennyworth ), ...

Walking into Kyle Edward Ball's latest horror flick "Skinamarink" is like taking a trip down the rabbit hole. It's a twisted, surreal experience that leaves you feeling both disorientated and disturbingly mesmerised. If you're a fan of horror, you'll relish the opportunity to get lost in its strange, unsettling visual language - and if you're not, well, this movie will change your mind. But let's not beat around the bush here - "Skinamarink" is not for the faint of heart. It's a movie that demands your attention and a working pair of eyes to take in all the madness. Ball's background in filming user-submitted nightmares gives him a unique perspective on what truly terrifies us, and he's not afraid to push the limits of traditional horror storytelling. This is a movie that wants you to experience it, not interpret it. The film follows two children who wake up in the middle of the night to find their father is missing and all the wi...

Caveman is a comedy film from 1981 that stars Ringo Starr as Atouk, a shy caveman who is in love with Lana, but is prevented from being with her due to the rule of Tonda. The film follows Atouk as he goes on a small excursion, meets new friends, and learns caveman wisdom, all while trying to win Lana's affections and avoid being eaten by dinosaurs. The film is known for its physical comedy and use of a caveman-language vocabulary. Despite being well-received by some audiences, the film was not a critical success. Caveman also stars John Matuszak as Tonda, Barbara Bach as Lana, Avery Schreiber as Ock, Dennis Quaid as Lar, Jack Gilford as Gog, and Shelley Long as Tala. The film is set in 1,000,000 B.C. and follows Atouk as he is kicked out of his tribe for his affection for Lana and his inability to forage for food. After being banished, Atouk meets Lar, who is injured and unable to walk, and the two form a friendship. Together, they rescue Gog and Tala from a tar pit and defeat a di...

Godzilla Vs. Kong is a sequel to Godzilla: King Of The Monsters and Kong: Skull Island. However, the movie's plot is excessive and serves only as window dressing for the epic battle. It fails to explore the complex layers of the monsters. The film's audio was produced by Candice Lim and edited by Jessica Reedy. It's a disappointing sequel that's unlikely to be a fan favorite. Godzilla vs Kong Review By Decker Shado Who is Godzilla? Who is Godzilla? is a Japanese animated film that premiered in Japan on April 13, 2014. The film follows Ichiro Miki, a creative and imaginative boy who lives in urban Kawasaki with his two best friends Sachiko and Shinpei Inami. Ichiro suffers from bullying from a group of child bullies led by Sanko Gabara. One night, he dreams about visiting Monster Island, where Godzilla and Ebirah fight. Ichiro ends up falling in a cave to escape the Kamacuras. The story begins when Godzilla awoke from its underwater sleep just a few months after the Mo...

If you're looking for a classic action movie with a biting satire, " Robocop " might be for you. The film features news anchors reporting current events, an aggressively satirical action movie, and a Cold War-themed board game during commercial breaks. It's full of Reagan-era politics, cutthroat businessmen at war, and local law enforcement as a pawn. And who can blame them? It's a surprisingly good movie for its time. What Works? "Robocop" is a complex film with many levels, from social commentary to satire, to action, sci-fi, and comedy. The film is a fun watch if you enjoy a good action movie. Although rated X eleven times, Robocop is still one of the most anarchic movies from 1987. It has everything that makes a great action movie: strong story points, an eccentric villain, and plenty of guns firing. Ultimately, it's a movie worth seeing if you enjoy a fun, slapstick action flick. "RoboCop" is a landmark film in its era in terms of atti...