Category: Reviews
Bight Movie Review
February 9, 2026
(updated February 9, 2026)
Published by JMcNaughton
“Bight” is a movie that deeply delves into some disturbing ‘art’. Two couples meet up for a ‘celebration’ that meanders into ‘artistic expression’ of an unusual type. The various hidden secrets and motivations turn into a torturous night of retribution and restraint. ‘Restraint’, as in tied up in knots… Read more
Dracula Movie Review
I’ll ask you, “Did we really need another Dracula flick?” This particular “vampire” film is primarily a romance, so if you’re looking for a fright, look elsewhere. But if you’re interested in director Luc Besson’s interpretation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, you’ll like what you find here; it’s exceptional in the acting department and has remarkable visuals. ​
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The Moment Movie Review
February 5, 2026
(updated February 5, 2026)
Published by JMcNaughton
“The Moment” is a self-aware mocking of the (fictional) making of a documentary. This ‘Mockumentary’ portrays the trials and tribulations of a Pop Star putting together a major Tour. There are decisions to make, and obstacles to overcome. But none of them seem important. This is a second-rate effort to explain first-world issues. Read more
Scarlet Movie Review
This time-traveling fantasy plot is big on revenge. It takes place at the end of the 16th Century in the kingdom of Denmark full with a princess you’ll love getting to know.
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Shelter Movie Review
January 29, 2026
(updated January 29, 2026)
Published by JMcNaughton
“Shelter” is a movie that will break no new ground, even if the main character breaks a few bad guys bones. The ‘lone wolf’ good guy is not alone this time. He has a young girl to take care of; all the while he is taking care of the parade of henchmen that try to stop him. This time, ‘Special Ops’ includes babysitting. Read more
A Private Life Movie Review
This is, quite simply, really good. Jodie Foster plays an American Psychologist Dr. Lilian Steiner. Once married to a Frenchman, Dr. Gaby Haddad (Daniel Auteuil), with whom she shares a son, she’s comfortable in France and with the language, so much so that the only way to know she isn’t French is when she speaks using her American accent. ​
H is for Hawk Movie Review
This is a passionate adaptation of Helen MacDonald’s memoir, a scholar and environmentalist. It’s a beautiful story you’ll want to stick with, even though it can be monotonous, and slow to almost to a crawl at times before picking back up, once again gaining your trust and attention. ​
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Atropia Movie Review
In the style of “Tropical Thunder,” “Atropia” pokes fun at what an actor will do to get a decent role, and what the military will do to make sure their soldiers are ready for war before they get there.​
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Mercy Movie Review
​In “Mercy,” it’s 2029, Los Angeles. Privacy? There is none. We’re told that there’s so much crime and civil unrest that prison overcrowding is an issue that needs to be addressed, and so is the homeless population.
