Bud, directed by Shane Bradford, takes us deep into the heart of West Texas, where a group of elitists makes the grave mistake of trying to muscle their way into a small town with plans to build a casino. But they soon learn that they’ve picked the wrong family to mess with. What follows is a bloody showdown as the locals rise up to protect their land, and the bodies start piling up.
Read MoreThe Only Ones (2024)
The Only Ones, written and directed by Jordan Miller, is a slasher film that stands out with its fully developed characters, unexpected twists, and brutal kills. It opens with a chilling tale reminiscent of horror classics like Wrong Turn, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Hatchet. The terrifying figure of Boneface, the killer in the story, is as frightening as he is badass.
Read MoreWe Are Zombies (2023)
When the dead are back, what do we do with them? RKSS, the team behind Turbo Kid and Summer of '84, offers a fresh take on the undead in the SCREAMBOX Original We Are Zombies, streaming everywhere on August 13. The music in We Are Zombies is so exceptional that I wish it could follow me around and score my life.
Read MoreBecky (2024)
Becky is a thrilling ride that harkens back to the psychological thrillers of the 90s, with a modern twist that keeps the viewer both entertained and on edge. Directed by Houston native Justin Milton, the film follows a newly married couple as they settle into their suburban home, only to have their lives upended by a dangerously obsessed neighbor, Becky. The plot may feel familiar—a pretty, twisted woman becomes infatuated with a happily married man and wreaks havoc on his marriage and career—but Milton's execution elevates this story beyond its predictable beats.
Read MoreMagnum Opus: The .MOVie (2022)
Magnum Opus: The .MOVie is more than just a film; it's a testament to friendship and a nostalgic trip down memory lane. Addison Binek, the creator of Psycho Ape, along with James Johnson, Brad LaJoye, and Johnathan Gogoleski, have pieced together a chaotic yet endearing collection of stunts and shenanigans captured on a mix of VHS, Hi-8, MiniDV, and Digital HD. The result is a time capsule that perfectly encapsulates the recklessness and camaraderie of a bygone era.
Read MoreRed Dawn (1984) #RetroReview
John Milius’ Red Dawn from 1984 envisions a scenario where the Soviet Union, Cuba, and Nicaragua invade the US, triggering World War 3. It is perhaps silly in its patriotic fervor, but it’s an undeniably action-packed thriller that’s beautifully shot. The first movie to be released in the US with the then-new PG-13 rating, I think it would probably get an R today as there’s a ton of onscreen violence. For what it’s worth, I’ve never seen the remake.
Read MoreCloak & Dagger (1984) #RetroReview
Richard Franklin’s Cloak & Dagger from 1984 is a childhood fave for many of us who grew up during the Cold War. Watching it now, it feels like yet another example of how much heavier PG fare was in the ‘80s. Since it celebrates its 40th anniversary on August 10th, I figured I’d take a look back!
Read MoreThe Murder of the Monster (2024)
Microbudget filmmaker Michael Rock is back with another found footage film. However, The Murder of the Monster marks his first solo feature-length effort. It’s also a bit of a departure for the producer/writer/director in that it’s not a straight-up genre piece.
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