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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‘Logan’s Run’ at 50: Dystopian Classic Never More Relevant
Michael Anderson’s “Logan’s Run” (1976) is now 50 years old. Based on the 1967 novel by William F. Nolan and…
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‘The Passenger’: Nicholson Shines in Antonioni’s Underrated Masterpiece
Michelangelo Antonioni’s “The Passenger” (1975) marked a special collaboration between the director and his star, Jack Nicholson. Their daring, highly…
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Odenkirk’s Fargo-Style ‘Normal’ Goes Full Tarantino
“Normal” is a spiritual cousin to “Fargo” until it channels its inner “Straw Dogs” on steroids. Confused? You have no…
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‘Crime 101’ Is Inferior Spin on This Cop Classic
Brad Layton’s “Crime 101” had a brief run in theaters this past February, before getting pulled, despite strong reviews and…
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Why Adam McKay’s ‘Thrash’ Drowns in Climate Fearmongering
There are two distinct signs that Climate Change fearmonger Adam McKay produced the shark thriller “Thrash.” The creative team gave…
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‘Outcome’ Takes Belated Slap at Cancel Culture
The “Now, It Can Be Told” files have a new chapter. Hollywood looked the other way as Cancel Culture silenced…
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Gripping and Smart: ‘Faces of Death’ Revives Cult Horror Classic
It’s impossible to recreate the myth surrounding the “Faces of Death” franchise. It’s also good that we won’t fall for…
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‘The Drama’ Is the Date Movie from Hell
More mystery, less history. The embattled lovers in “The Drama” should have heeded that old saw. Instead, they shared too…
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‘Pretty Lethal’ Blends Badass Ballet with Brain-Dead Action
Don’t mess with ballet dancers. They suffer for their art, endure grueling regimens and punish their bodies to create works…
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‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Delivers Bare Minimum Delights
Video games may pose an existential threat to film’s cultural dominance. But if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. The…
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