Grave Time with Batzina Belfry: John Zacherely
by Batzina Belfry (aka Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport)
Paying respect to horror hosts from days gone by… John Zacherely
Read MoreNia DaCosta's CANDYMAN offers more than just chills and thrills
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief & Staff Writer
Nia DaCosta’s imaginative rendition of the mythical horror tale, Candyman provides a social commentary that, depending on how one views it, may find just as horrifying as the hook-handed man himself.
THE LAST MATINEE is a stylistic horror film without substance
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief & Staff Writer
Utilizing an old movie house for the eighty-eight minute thriller works extremely well for setting the mood and creates a perfect atmosphere for a murderer on the loose.
THE SUICIDE SQUAD is a thrilling action packed flick
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport and “Doc” Hunter Bush, Podcast Czar
You could not have called on a more perfect filmmaker to rebrand a property that had a lackluster, messy start.
JUNGLE CRUISE lacks navigation, and purpose
by Rosalie Kicks, Hunter Bush and Audrey Callerstrom
What is the missing ingredient that allowed Curse of the Black Pearl to be both a huge hit and remain a good movie while the sequels were all just highly profitable imitations?
THE GREAT GABBO mixes heartbreak and dummies
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief, Old Sport
“He talks to that dummy like it is another person…”
FEAR STREET PART 2: 1978 offers nothing but nostalgia for better things
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief, Old Sport
There came a time when I thought, “WOW! I can’t believe these teens are still sitting in that lady’s living room listening to her talk.” and well, by the end of the film, I questioned why I did the same.
FEAR STREET PART I: 1994 struggles to find purpose
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief, Old Sport
While watching, I could not help but contemplate the various ways this all could have played out differently
ZOLA uses sex work to examine self-worth
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
The movie Zola is like a traffic accident. I know it is not polite to stare, I should probably look away but I just can’t help tilting my sunglasses down and taking it all in.
Who is Courtney Gains?
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
In celebration of the release of the romantic dramedy Queen Bees, Old Sport recently had the opportunity to chat with Courtney Gains about his career in film, music and more.
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY celebrates misfits and mix tapes
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief & Old Sport
Guardians of The Galaxy holds a special place in my heart and has seen me through some tough times.
Three Tales to Celebrate DICK TRACY's 31st birthday
Three MJers spin yarns and share their love of Warren Beatty’s blown out Tommy Gun masterpiece.
Read MoreGeorge A. Romero's long lost AMUSEMENT PARK laments our treatment of the aged
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor-in-Chief, Old Sport
The film was originally produced by the Lutheran Society who hired Romero to create an educational film with a focus on elder abuse.
CENSOR questions reality versus fiction
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
Do movies have the power to affect us in such a way that they alter our psyche?
Seventy-Five Years of Howling at The Moon: SHE-WOLF OF LONDON (1946)
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
This is the type of film that is essentially non-existent today, a picture that relies on the overall mood, lighting and atmospheric setting to convey a haunting story that, quite possibly, could happen to anyone.
A birthday dance party for Fred Astaire
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief & Old Sport
Hey film pals! You are cordially invited to Fred Astaire’s one hundred and twenty-second birthday bash in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska.
WRATH OF MAN goes for unnecessary complication where clearer action was needed
by Rosalie Kicks, Editor in Chief & Old Sport
This is a simple plot with a terrible execution.
Tommy C. Appreciation Club: LEGEND (1985)
The Tommy C. Appreciation Club, or TCAC, solemnly swears to watch and appreciate all theatrical performances by Tom Cruise then recap them, round-table style. In this edition, the Moviejawn crew digs into Tommy fantasy turn in Ridley Scott’s Legend.
Read MoreRiverdale Recap: Season Five Mid-Season Finale raises questions fo the future
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport
“Screw you, Steven King.”
Split Decision: Kurosawa Week
In honor of what would have been his 111st (eleventy-first for you Tolkien readers) birthday on March 23, what is your favorite film directed by Akira Kurosawa?