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6 Non-Typical Christmas Movies to Add to Your Holiday Watchlist

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the classic debate: what’s the best Christmas movie? While many of us have our tried-and-true favourites like Home Alone, Love Actually, or The Grinch, (all of which we have previously included in our list of favourite Christmas movies) if you’re anything like me, you might getting a bit tired of watching the same movies year after year. There’s something refreshing about stepping outside the traditional canon. So, I figured I’d bring you a few suggestions that will suit you if you’re in the mood for Christmas vibes but with a…

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“Violent Night”: A Wildly Unrefined Christmas Ride

In a season dominated by holiday cheer and wholesome traditions, Violent Night strides in like a Viking swinging a battle axe, shaking up the yuletide movie formula in a way that’s both absurd and oddly captivating. Directed by Tommy Wirkola, this darkly comedic thriller takes the beloved figure of Santa Claus and throws him headfirst into a chaotic hostage situation, blending Christmas kitsch with Die Hard-style action and Deadpool-esque humour. While the movie’s writing leaves much to be desired, its willingness to embrace its outrageous premise makes it a surprisingly fun ride for those seeking a break from Hallmark holiday…

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6 Must-Watch Movies for Autumn and Spooky Halloween Vibes

Continuing on from my previous post on the books to be reading this autumn season, I thought I would expand on my perfect movies for the season (because I have a lot of thoughts). There’s something undeniably magical about autumn and Halloween. As the air turns crisp and the trees burst into shades of orange and red, it feels like the world is slowing down, inviting us to get cosy. It’s a season that calls for warm blankets, flickering candles, and nights spent indulging in all things spooky. And what better way to embrace that feeling than by diving into…

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Giant Monsters on Screen: Tracing Kaiju Film History

Generally known as kaiju films, the term originally comes from Japanese culture. The term “kaiju” (怪獣) is a Japanese word that translates to “strange beast” or “monster.”

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The Mummy: The Golden Gem I Didn’t Know I Needed

You know those movies that just pass you by but they’re such huge icons in culture, and you know of them and yet have never seen it? That was The Mummy for me. Yes, the Brendan Fraser, early 2000s franchise. Until earlier this week, I had never seen The Mummy, and I’ve yet to see its sequels (though it’s on the docket for very soon). But before doing so, I wanted to put some of my thoughts down on (virtual) paper, because, surprisingly, I had a lot! The Mummy 19992h4mPG-13Action/Fantasy Director: Stephen SommersBox office: $416.4 million 61% Tomatometer7.1/10 IMDb Rating Starring: Brendan…

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Disaster Films as Appropriated Refugee Stories

I am not sure if it’s the current situation or just a morbid fascination, but I have been binge-watching disaster films for the past few months. The disaster film is arguably one of cinema’s oldest movie genres, from the stories about Pompeii to giant monsters, there is no shortage to be found. But what really constitutes a disaster film? There are so many variations, with the relatively new-to-the-stage environmental disasters, the too-close-to-home disease and pandemic outbreaks, and the creature-from-another-world invasions. Often all housed in different categories such as thrillers or science fiction, they are all cut from the same cloth.…

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