Zombies In My Blog

Robert Eggers Breathes New Life into Nosferatu

My first brush with horror came one quiet afternoon when King Kong aired on cable TV. We had just gotten the cable box, and as I explored the channels, the sight of the massive ape rampaging through the jungle and… Continue Reading →

Daniel Craig Gets Luca Guadagnino’s Queer

Director Luca Guadagnino is a celebrated filmmaker known for his visually stunning and emotionally resonant works. Over the past several years, he has directed several significant films, including Call Me By Your Name (2017), which earned critical acclaim and multiple… Continue Reading →

December 21, 2024

Chalamet Charms as A Complete Unknown

There was a time when I was convinced the world needed my unique brand of charisma, humor, and, admittedly, questionable gaming skills. I christened my YouTube channel “Warlock of Wifi” and paired it with a Twitch account with the same… Continue Reading →

December 20, 2024

Conclave is Ripe with Moral Quandaries

I was at Dragon Con, fully immersed in the magic of cosplay, panels and the electric buzz of geekdom that makes you feel like you’re living your best nerdy life. Life was good as I stood in line for a… Continue Reading →

December 19, 2024

The People’s Joker: A Coming-of-Age Film Disguised as a Superhero Story

I recently stumbled upon The People’s Joker on Letterboxd, and I have to say, it instantly captivated my interest. As someone fascinated by the Joker and the broader Batman Universe, I couldn’t help but be drawn in by the movie… Continue Reading →

December 18, 2024

Family Bonds Pull Vermiglio in Different Directions

Family life in a small Italian village speaks loudly in Vermiglio, which has started to receive a lot of attention during the awards season. Ever since its premiere at the 81st Venice International Film Festival — where it won the… Continue Reading →

December 16, 2024

Animated Latvian Film, Flow, Receives Due Recognition

One medium of filmmaking I’ve come to truly admire is animation. Although I have always enjoyed animated films, I often viewed them merely as entertainment, rather than appreciating their deeper meanings or the true craftsmanship involved in their creation. The… Continue Reading →

December 16, 2024

Sing Sing Proves that Rehab Through the Arts is Working

Growing up, I never considered becoming an actor. Even though I visited the local movie theater just about every Friday night during my teenage years like clockwork to watch the latest releases — I enjoyed the storytelling and escapism —… Continue Reading →

December 14, 2024

Sleep is Rare in This South Korean Thriller

Sleep has become something I truly cherish in these past few years as a new mother. One thing they don’t tell you about having a newborn is the anxiety that can set in as the sun begins to go down…. Continue Reading →

December 13, 2024

Dirty Angels Fights a Treacherous Mission

Female lead characters in action films are often criticized as weak when they lack depth, agency or compelling motivations, reducing them to stereotypes rather than fully developed individuals. Strong characters like Ellen Ripley from Alien and Lara Croft from Tomb… Continue Reading →

December 12, 2024

Zombies in My Blog

Geek Culture, Zombies... and Other Monsters