#51: Planet of the Vampires (1965) (dir. Mario Bava)
A surprising new favorite - mainly due to the fact that it's a feast for thine eyes and that Radiance Films put out an extraordinary new transfer that I was beyond impressed with!
Let's Get Physical Media: The Lee Gambin Memorial Column (May 2024)
Reviews of the following titles released on Blu-Ray courtesy of Allied Vaughn: The Rain People, 12 Strong (4K), Devil's Doorway, City of Hope
In Memory & In Honor Of Lee Gambin
I was set to launch my first post for a new feature entitled "Let's Get Physical Media," in which I highlight some new Blu-Ray titles each month. First, let's talk about a major inspiration.
#50: "Sea of Teeth" - Sparklehorse
50 down, about 200 more essays about film and music to go! This song, this album, this artist is one of the reasons I make music. Mark was taken from us too soon, but his legacy continues.
#49: All The Real Girls (2003) (dir. David Gordon Green)
Quite possibly, my favorite film about relationships ever made, while acknowledging the fact that my love for it is intensely personal. What happens in this film directly happened to me.
I Saw the Film Festival Glow: The Chicago Critics Film Festival Wrap-Up
Wrapping up reviews of several more films from CCFF 2024. Plus, a cool announcement regarding another feature you can expect here soon!
I Saw The Film Festival Glow: Chicago Critics Film Festival 2024 (Part 1 of 2)
Essays for the newsletter can wait, there are new films to be excited about thanks to one of the best film festivals on the planet, curated by Chicago critics.