Category: Down from the Shelf
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Down From the Shelf ~ One False Move (Criterion 4K)
The Film: In the vast landscape of crime thrillers, Carl Franklin’s One False Move is a hidden gem, an intricately woven knot of suspense, drama, and genuine human emotion. Released to theaters in 1991 after initially set to debut on television, this film is a testament to the power of storytelling, good word of mouth,…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Drag Me to Hell
The Facts: Synopsis: A loan officer who evicts an old woman from her home finds herself the recipient of a supernatural curse. Stars: Alison Lohman, Justin Long, Lorna Raver, Dileep Rao, David Paymer, Adriana Barraza, Chelcie Ross, Reggie Lee, Molly Cheek, Bojana Novakovic Director: Sam Raimi Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 99 minutes TMMM Score: (9/10)…
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31 Days to Scare ~ His House
The Facts: Synopsis: As a young refugee couple tries to start over in England, they’re tormented by a sinister force tied to the horrors they escaped in war-torn South Sudan. Stars: Ṣọpẹ Dìrísù, Wunmi Mosaku, Matt Smith, Malaika Wakoli-Abigaba, Javier Botet Director: Remi Weeks Rated: NR Running Length: 93 minutes TMMM Score: (10/10) Review: Like…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Cadaver
The Facts: Synopsis: In the starving aftermath of a nuclear disaster, a family of three attends a charitable event at a hotel, which takes a dark turn when people start to disappear. Stars: Gitte Witt, Thomas Gullestad, Thorbjørn Harr, Maria Grazia Di Meo, Kingsford Siayor Director: Jarand Herdal Rated: NR Running Length: 86 minutes TMMM…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Come Play
The Facts: Synopsis: A monster targets a non-verbal autistic boy along with his family and friends by manifesting through their smart phones, computers, and other electronic devices. Stars: John Gallagher Jr., Gillian Jacobs, Azhy Robertson, Rachel Wilson, Winslow Fegley, Jayden Marine, Gavin MacIver-Wright, Eboni Booth, Alana-Ashley Marques Director: Jacob Chase Rated: PG-13 Running Length: 96…
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31 Days to Scare ~ I, Madman
The Facts: Synopsis: A bookshop clerk and wannabe actress starts seeing the disfigured killer from her 1950s pulp novels come to life and start killing people around her. Stars: Jenny Wright, Clayton Rohner, Randall William Cook, Stephanie Hodge, Michelle Jordan, Vance Valencia Director: Tibor Takács Rated: R Running Length: 89 minutes TMMM Score: (7/10) Review:…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Drive-In Double Feature: The Car (1977) & The Hearse (1980)
Each year when I set out to do this series I make an effort not to repeat myself within these 31 days. It’s difficult when there are so many worthy titles to choose from and a number of quality studios that produced a wealth of films that are waiting to be watched. Still, once I’ve…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Friday the 13th Part 3: 3D
The Facts: Synopsis: Jason Voorhees takes refuge at a cabin near Crystal Lake and continues his killing spree as a group of co-eds arrive for their vacation. Stars: Dana Kimmell, Richard Brooker, Paul Kratka, Tracie Savage, Catherine Parks, Jeffrey Rogers, Larry Zerner, Rachel Howard, David Katims Director: Steve Miner Rated: R Running Length: 96 minutes…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Jacob’s Ladder (1990)
The Facts: Synopsis: The life of a traumatized Vietnam veteran begins to unravel as the line between reality and nightmarish visions becomes blurred Stars: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Peña, Danny Aiello, Matt Craven, Pruitt Taylor Vince, Jason Alexander, Patricia Kalember, Eriq La Salle, Ving Rhames Director: Adrian Lyne Rated: R Running Length: 113 minutes TMMM Score:…
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31 Days to Scare ~ Blood from the Mummy’s Tomb
The Facts: Synopsis: A British archaeologist and his team bring an embalmed Egyptian royal back from their latest expedition, and trouble ensues when the archaeologist’s daughter is possessed. Stars: Andrew Keir, Valerie Leon, James Villiers, Hugh Burden, George Coulouris, Mark Edwards, Rosalie Crutchley, Aubrey Morris, David Markham Director: Seth Holt Rated: PG Running Length: 94…
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