Reviews
Today’s consumers have more entertainment options than ever before thanks to technology and the explosion of new media outlets. That’s why Hollywood in Toto will help readers suss out the very best content across media. We all lead busy lives. Let’s consume only the highest quality movies, television shows and music with our limited leisure time.
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How Wes Craven’s ‘Cursed’ Felt Hollywood’s Wrath
Wes Craven’s “Cursed” (2005) had a scandalously troubled production and, at one point, seemed in danger of never being released.…
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Michael Rapaport Defies Woke Mob in Denver
Michael Rapaport’s Friday night show in Denver went on as expected. That by itself was a victory. Two of the…
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‘The Bride’ Is a Totally ’80s Misfire
Franc Roddam’s “The Bride” (1985) is among the most peculiar adaptations of James Whale’s “The Bride of Frankenstein” (1935). Despite…
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‘Roofman’ Flexes Power of Christian Redemption
“Roofman” is so crazy it must be based on actual events. Phew … it is. That gives this engaging film…
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‘Arachnophobia’ Remains King of the Spider Thriller
Frank Marshall’s “Arachnophobia” (1990) remains the gold standard for spider-themed horror movies, an oddity, since this gritty PG-13 comic thriller…
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‘Tron: Ares’ Offers A.I. for Dummies
Did anyone ask for another “Tron” installment? The 1982 original famously failed before becoming a cult favorite. The 2010 sequel…
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Is ‘Misery’ the Best Stephen King Adaptation?
Rob Reiner’s “Misery” (1990) has become one of the director’s most well-known and frequently quoted films, which is ironic, as…
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The Movie Miracle Behind ‘Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist’
Paul Schrader’s “Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist” (2005) provides one of the best stories about Hollywood filmmaking. Here’s the plot…
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PMPF Reviews: ‘Frenzy Moon,’ ‘Spelonk,’ ‘Beyond the Drumlins’
Werewolves never go out of style. The howling. The body horror on steroids. The sense that our closest friend or…
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‘Lord of Illusions’ Is Clive Barker at His Bloodiest
Clive Barker’s “Lord of Illusions” (1995) requires patience and a strong stomach. I resisted this horror/detective thriller hybrid for years…
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