Category Archives: Crime Movies

My Review of ‘Thief’ (1981)

Posted on September 12, 2019 by

I happened across this film by accident one evening, and was instantly drawn in by the description. It’s one of those heist movies in which the protagonist is a professional criminal who wants to make one last big score before … Continue reading →

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Reel Infatuation with De Niro and Grodin in ‘Midnight Run’

Posted on June 7, 2019 by

Not long ago, someone asked me to recommend a good comedy. This movie was one that came right to mind. When I told this person that Robert De Niro was hilarious in it, the response was one of complete disbelief. … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Los Angeles Overnight’ (2018)

Posted on May 16, 2019 by

There’s so much I could say about this film that it’s hard to know where to start. But here’s what I’ve got. The opening scenes evoke classic “We’re in La La Land” imagery. However, before we’re treated to a flowing … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Nox’ (2019)

Posted on May 2, 2019 by

I’m always awed when someone can tell a complex story in a short time. The film Nox is an excellent example of that. The opening shots of a nighttime vista of water and woods sweep across the screen, with the … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Sicario’ (2015)

Posted on July 26, 2018 by

I’m going to warn you right up front that I discuss enough of the plot details that you may find them a bit of a spoiler. I’ve tried to keep out a LOT, but even so, my intent is to … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Trouble Is My Business’ (2018)

Posted on May 31, 2018 by

One of the nice things about Trouble Is My Business is that it makes no bones about exactly what it is. Clearly, the film is a love letter to the movies of yesteryear—specifically, those in the film noir style. Having … Continue reading →

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Part Four of ‘The Invisible Man Vs. The Human Fly’

Posted on February 17, 2018 by

Yes, once again, it’s time for another part of a barely comprehensible bizarre unique sci-fi/crime/post-atomic/fantasy/horror (?) B-movie. Please feel free to suggest a genre for this film! 🙂 Check out my film reviews by clicking here! And please share this post! … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘Baby Driver’ (2017)

Posted on February 15, 2018 by

I chose to see this movie under the impression that it was a heist film with music. It is an action/crime film crossed with a musical. It also employs some of the most over-the-top and unlikely special effects and scenarios … Continue reading →

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It’s Part Two of ‘The Invisible Man Vs. The Human Fly’

Posted on February 3, 2018 by

Hello there! I’m afraid happy to say that we’re back again with Part Two of this most peculiar unique movie! Yes, it’s Part Two of The Invisible Man Vs. The Human Fly! 🙂 I’m also astonished and thrilled to say … Continue reading →

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My Review of ‘The Night of the Hunter’ (1955)

Posted on January 25, 2018 by

You know that feeling you get when you hear loads of awesome things about a movie and when you finally see it, your expectations are so high, but then … it’s just not that great after all? This film was … Continue reading →

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