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  • Companion Review: When Megan Meets Madness

    Another year, another movie about machines going haywire. It’s a concept we’ve seen before, especially with 2022’s Megan promising a wild ride but delivering only a watered-down version of the chaos we expected. On paper, Megan looked like a thrilling exploration of AI gone wrong, but in reality, it felt somber, leaving much to be…

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  • Sony’s Kraven the Hunter Review: A Brutal and Entertaining Dive

    The Sony Marvel Universe may not enjoy the prestige of its Disney counterpart, but it’s unfair to say the franchise isn’t holding its own. While critics and audiences often target these films with sharp remarks, I believe they offer a brand of entertainment that, when approached with the right expectations, is enjoyable. Take Madame Web,…

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  • Smile 2 Review: A Worthy, If Slightly Less Potent, Sequel

    2022’s Smile was a sleeper hit that took many by surprise, including me. While its premise on paper seemed simple—an entity spreading through trauma, marked by a sinister smile—the execution elevated it far beyond expectations. The film’s relentless tension, clever storytelling, and meticulously crafted lore kept me glued to the screen from start to finish.…

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  • Fede Álvarez’s Alien: Romulus is a Triumphant Return to the Franchise’s Horror Roots

    After the mixed reception of Alien: Covenant in 2017, fans of the Alien franchise were eager for a return to the horror elements that made the original films iconic. With Fede Álvarez at the helm of Alien: Romulus, that wish has been granted. Álvarez has a proven track record with horror films set in confined…

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  • A Quiet Place: Day One Unravels the Silent Origins of Fear

    John Krasinski’s cinematic universe expands quietly yet strikingly with A Quiet Place: Day One, the third installment in the A Quiet Place film series. Unlike its predecessors, this film serves as a prequel, offering audiences a glimpse into the chaotic beginnings of the eerie silence that has come to define the franchise. With Joseph Quinn…

    Bhumik Grover