Daily Archives: July 28, 2025

Movie Preview: The terrors of being on the wrong side of WWII inside “Der Tiger” tank

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Roger Moore

So, “Das Boat” with a tank? This looks pretty cool, a timely reminder that heroism is wasted when you’re fighting on behalf of Nazis. Sept. 18.

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Movie Preview: Ozzy’s dead, perfect time for a taste of “Spinal Tap II”

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Roger Moore

Ok, I laughed a couple of times. Relieved that Questlove didn’t buy in as a new drummer. Sept. 12, The Tap is ON.

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Movie Preview: Brit Horror with serious bonafides — Listen for the “Whistle” 

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Roger Moore

IFC plucked this one and has it set for 2026 release. Looks excruciating, but in a good way.

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Movie Review: Insomnia Cure? “Invincible Swordsman”

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Roger Moore

“Invincible Swordsman” is a slick, beautifully-designed Chinese action fantasy that never escapes the trap of “time suck” that so many Wuxia thrillers fall into. That’s the period piece martial arts genre that revels in flying fighters and supernatural skills, polished … Continue reading →

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Classic Film Review: Burt, Booty, Brigands and Brigantines — “The Crimson Pirate” (1952)

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Roger Moore

“The Crimson Pirate?” Yarrrrr, there’s a pirate picture with teeth! Gore Verbinski borrowed from a parade of pirate movies when he concocted Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” franhcise, none more than this jaunty romp from 1952. Warner Bros. gave star … Continue reading →

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