Shane Black’s The Predator adds absolutely nothing new to the franchise and is, by far, one of the most disappointing films of 2018.
In Theaters Review: The Predator
Indie Film Review: The Basement
Brian M. Conley and Nathan Ives’ new film, The Basement, is a solid psychological horror experience despite a predictable ending and half baked side story.
State of the Franchise: Predator
With the newest attempt to revitalize the floundering Predator series set for release this weekend, we look back on the past, present, and future of the series in this installment of Cinema Smack’s State of the Franchise!
In Theaters Review: The Nun
The Nun, the fifth film in The Conjuring universe, is a competent spin-off but gives up some of the flagship film’s subtleties for jump scares and cartoony CGI.
In Theaters Review: Searching
Aneesh Chaganty’s feature film directorial debut, Searching, is an emotional rollercoaster filled with confusion, shock, and revelation.
Short Film Review: Psychic Murder
Brandon Block’s film debut, Psychic Murder, is well shot and acted while also leaving viewers with questions and a desire to learn more.
Indie Film Review: Sacred Heart
Sacred Heart, the debut feature from Kosta Nikas, is a well made and unbelievably tense tale about a man questioning his faith following a personal tragedy.
Sharp Objects Wrap-Up
HBO’s limited series, Sharp Objects, is a tense thriller that spotlights the ever-underrated Amy Adams while continuing HBO’s streak of quality miniseries.
In Theaters Review: The Happytime Murders
The Happytime Murders is a darkly vulgar experience where the shameless, but humorous, usage of puppets is bogged down by Melissa McCarthy’s presence.
In Theaters Review: BlacKkKlansman
BlacKkKlansman sees director Spike Lee return to his roots by addressing race relations in America but, unfortunately, mixes tones and delves into propaganda by the film’s end.
