All Posts

Man in a cowboy hat points a gun in a dimly lit room with wooden walls. Signs read "No Credit" and "No Firearms on Premises." Tense mood.

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre.

reeltalkin'

Sep 14, 20254 min read

Men in 18th-century attire relax in a dim room with wine bottles, a table, and a fireplace; a laid-back, indulgent atmosphere.

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement.

reeltalkin'

Sep 7, 20254 min read

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore.

reeltalkin'

Sep 6, 20254 min read

A man and woman smile at each other, holding drinks on an airplane. The woman wears a striped shirt; they share a warm, intimate moment.

The Roses (2025) Film Review: Satirical black comedy dissecting marriage is an absolute blast

The Roses (2025) Film Review: Satirical black comedy dissecting marriage is an absolute blast.

reeltalkin'

Sep 1, 20254 min read

Two men, one with a colorful mohawk and coat, and the other in a teal shirt, lean against a car. Background: people, trees, and fence.

Caught Stealing (2025) Film Review: Grimy urban crime thriller led by infectious Austin Butler charm

Caught Stealing (2025) Film Review: Grimy urban crime thriller led by infectious Austin Butler charm.

reeltalkin'

Aug 31, 20253 min read

Two men face off on an empty street. One in a cowboy hat gestures, while the other points with keys. Overcast sky and storefronts visible.

Eddington (2025) Film Review: Ambitious neo-Western COVID-19 satire is a baffling mess

Eddington (2025) Film Review: Ambitious neo-Western COVID-19 satire is a baffling mess.

reeltalkin'

Aug 23, 20254 min read

A man in a suit and a woman in a red dress hold hands, smiling, walking outdoors. Onlookers stand in the background on a sunny day.

The Life of Chuck (2025) Film Review: A genre-defying, profound meditation on the human condition

The Life of Chuck (2025) Film Review: A genre-defying, profound meditation on the human condition.

reeltalkin'

Aug 21, 20254 min read

Together (2025) Film Review: Co-dependency is taken to the extreme in sticky body horror

Together (2025) Film Review: Co-dependency is taken to the extreme in sticky body horror.

reeltalkin'

Aug 16, 20254 min read

Materialists (2025) Film Review: Star-studded romance is suitably stylish, but falters in the writing department

Materialists (2025) Film Review: Star-studded romance is suitably stylish, but falters in the writing department.

reeltalkin'

Aug 14, 20254 min read

Woman with glasses looks distressed, sitting in a car. Blurred green background through the window suggests an outdoor setting.

Weapons (2025) Film Review: An eerie horror/mystery tale with masterful execution

Weapons (2025) Film Review: An eerie horror/mystery tale with masterful execution.

reeltalkin'

Aug 10, 20254 min read

Two women in pajamas scream with hands on cheeks in a bedroom. One wears blue, the other pink. Background shows a bed and lamp, conveying surprise.

Freakier Friday (2025) Film Review: Fun body swap sequel is propped up by solid lead performances

Freakier Friday (2025) Film Review: Fun body swap sequel is propped up by solid lead performances.

reeltalkin'

Aug 9, 20254 min read

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value.

reeltalkin'

Aug 3, 20254 min read

A child in an empty, leaf-filled pool holds a cat, wearing an orange outfit. The setting is dimly lit, creating a somber atmosphere.

Bring Her Back (2025) Film Review: Grueling, unflinching portrait of grief is horror at its peak

Bring Her Back (2025) Film Review: Grueling, unflinching portrait of grief is horror at its peak.

reeltalkin'

Aug 2, 20254 min read

A woman aims a rifle intensely in a dimly lit room. She has a focused expression, dark hair, and wears an pink star earring.

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment empowerment.

reeltalkin'

Jul 27, 20254 min read

The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Film Review: Believe the hype, it's that good!

reeltalkin'

Jul 26, 20254 min read

Silhouette of a person stands facing a massive, fiery sun. The room is dimly lit, creating a dramatic and intense atmosphere.

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat.

reeltalkin'

Jul 20, 20254 min read

Two men in a tense scene in a forest, one covered in blood, held by a chain. The mood is intense and confronting. Dense greenery behind.

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism.

reeltalkin'

Jul 19, 20253 min read

A couple on a couch, focused on a vivid blue butterfly resting on the man's hand. Dimly lit room with modern decor, creating a calm mood.

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction.

reeltalkin'

Jul 13, 20254 min read

Hero in blue and red suit walks through a crowded street, people taking photos. Focused expression, blurred green trees and people behind.

Superman (2025) Film Review: James Gunn's attempted reboot is a disappointing disaster

Superman (2025) Film Review: James Gunn's attempted reboot is a disappointing disaster.

reeltalkin'

Jul 12, 20255 min read

A couple in formal attire sits closely in a dimly lit bar. The woman wears a dress with a brooch; drinks are on the table, creating an intimate mood.

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution.

reeltalkin'

Jul 6, 20254 min read

All Posts

Unforgiven (1992) Film Review: Reflective revisionist piece masterfully deconstructs the Western genre

Barry Lyndon (1975) Film Review: Almost 50 years old; still an astonishing technical achievement

Evil Dead (2013) Film Review: Brutal remake switches out camp comedy for gross-out gore

The Roses (2025) Film Review: Satirical black comedy dissecting marriage is an absolute blast

Caught Stealing (2025) Film Review: Grimy urban crime thriller led by infectious Austin Butler charm

Eddington (2025) Film Review: Ambitious neo-Western COVID-19 satire is a baffling mess

The Life of Chuck (2025) Film Review: A genre-defying, profound meditation on the human condition

Together (2025) Film Review: Co-dependency is taken to the extreme in sticky body horror

Materialists (2025) Film Review: Star-studded romance is suitably stylish, but falters in the writing department

Weapons (2025) Film Review: An eerie horror/mystery tale with masterful execution

Freakier Friday (2025) Film Review: Fun body swap sequel is propped up by solid lead performances

Speed (1994) Film Review: Spectacular mix of exhilarating action and intense thrills makes for high rewatchability value

Bring Her Back (2025) Film Review: Grueling, unflinching portrait of grief is horror at its peak

Revenge (2017) Film Review: Ferocious feature debut features prolific body horror and profound female empowerment

The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025) Film Review: Believe the hype, it's that good!

Sunshine (2007) Film Review: Criminally underrated sci-fi epic is an all-around cinematic treat

Eden Lake (2008) Film Review: Bold and relentless 'hoodie horror' is steeped in brutal realism

Before I Wake (2016) Film Review: Dark supernatural fantasy features stellar originality and tender direction

Superman (2025) Film Review: James Gunn's attempted reboot is a disappointing disaster

Priscilla (2023) Film Review: Thoughtful biographical melodrama with enthralling execution

Subscribe to get exclusive updates