I’ll never forget the fervor I encountered at a major game convention when Guitar Hero was first shown. The software developer, Harmonix, was known for a few mildly successful products and had coupled with RedOctane, a peripherals company, to produce the title. The booth I first encountered was RedOctane’s so it was, of course loaded […]
The movie of the week is Funny Games. It stars Naomi Watts and Tim Roth. Basically it’s a story about a typical well-to-do family that ends up tormented by two roving psychopaths. The movie had its moments. The psychos are very original. Unlike any others you’ve most likely seen in any movie. They’re so grating that […]
If I read one more article about how the PC games business is dead or dying as a result of piracy I’m going to lose it. The latest news is from a head guy at THQ who thought it was a good idea to be quoted cursing about it in an article. Enough already. This […]
Blonde’s platinum sheen is nothing more than a dime-store dye job.
The Matrix Resurrections feels like taking another red pill as your eyes are reopened to a world that you might not have visited for decades.
Nightmare Alley suffers from pacing issues as it essentially packs two movies into one.
Maggie Q has thrilled audiences for more than 20 years with ass-kicking roles in Mission: Impossible III, Live Free or Die Hard and the Divergent series. Enemies hiding out on the small screen fare no better, as her career also includes lead roles in TV’s Nikita and Designated Survivor. Rich Heimlich sat down with her […]
Free Guy appeals to both hard-core enthusiasts and casual gamers alike with an inviting setting where you’ll want to plop your avatar, uh, yourself for a couple of hours.
Floors it as two brothers take on a valiant quest to reunite loved ones using long-dormant magic.
Reinforces the established theory that most video games should not be turned into movies.
Delivers enough new elements and surprises to continue the ascent of this fun franchise
Gemini Man’s central gimmick and familiar plot come off more as Photoshop Man than a compelling drama.