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Something is intriguing about pairing a fictional genius with a real-life monster—and in MURDER BY DECREE, director Bob Clark does exactly that. Taking Sherlock Holmes out of the cozy parlor-room mysteries of Arthur Conan Doyle and placing him squarely in the grim, gaslit alleys haunted by Jack the Ripper, this 1979 thriller thrives on mood, tension, and a human touch. The film never loses sight of its premise, and the thoughtful performances and grounded emotional undercurrent give it lasting power. If you've only known Clark for A CHRISTMAS STORY or PORKY’S, this is your reminder that his horror-mystery chops, honed in BLACK CHRISTMAS, were equally sharp, if not sharper.

If you went into ALIEN TERROR expecting a sequel to ALIEN, you wouldn’t be alone—and you’d be wrong. This 1980 Italian genre-bender, released in various territories as ALIEN 2: ON EARTH, is one of the more brazen examples of opportunistic rebranding, capitalizing on Ridley Scott’s 1979 hit with little more than a shared genre and the word “alien” in the title. But once you accept that, you’re left with a wild, uneven, and oddly hypnotic slice of Italian sci-fi horror that leans hard into atmosphere and subterranean dread. It's messy, sometimes nonsensical, but strangely watchable—and for fans of Italian genre cinema, there’s charm in its chaos.

Loud, quick-witted, and proudly chaotic, SISTER! lands like a punchline and lingers like a dare. It packs satire, unexpected vulnerability, and boisterous energy into 13 minutes that barely pause to breathe. This short-form storytelling goes full throttle, armed with a middle finger to convention and a heart that beats harder than it first lets on.

There’s a certain thrill when a short refuses to tiptoe around a subject and barrels straight through it with energy, humor, and no fear. This one doesn’t ask for permission—it makes an entrance, lays everything out, and dares you to look away. It’s the kind of story that hits hard without losing its wit, using a handcrafted world to dissect one of the most pressurized questions a person can face. And despite its short runtime, it manages to stir up an entire storm of feelings while keeping its comedic edge intact.

A story told without dialogue doesn’t sound like it would have much to say, but this one speaks volumes. Combining meticulous hand-drawn animation with a deeply personal tone, this short film relies on restraint instead of spectacle. It’s not trying to reinvent the medium or deliver a jolt of shock value. Instead, it slows the pace and leans into stillness, letting emotion come through in visuals and the space between scenes. That kind of patience may test some viewers, but it also creates something rare: a quiet, confident reminder of how powerful animation can be when it trusts the audience to feel instead of react.

What do you do with the things you can’t fix? That question hovers over every frame of this strangely moving animated short. Born from exhaustion and driven by an obsession with control, it offers a stripped-down but emotionally loaded reflection on perfectionism and the creative urge to build. Despite a brief runtime, it echoes, especially for those who know what it feels like to be left behind, unfinished, or not quite enough.

The streets of Harlem become a pressure cooker in this character-focused short, where the weight of survival sits just beneath the surface of everyday conversation. In 22 minutes, the film manages to build a layered confrontation disguised as coincidence, capturing the subtle electricity of two strangers who quickly realize they’re not just exchanging words—they’re trying to outmaneuver each other. This story balances observation with confrontation, humor with tension, and performance with vulnerability.

For those who remember when network sitcoms didn’t take themselves too seriously, THE DREW CAREY SHOW was a glorious beacon of working-class chaos. A staple of ABC’s comedy lineup from 1995 to 2004, the series ran for nine seasons, pushing boundaries while maintaining its core identity. Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment delivers the long-awaited Complete Series collection on DVD. While the phrase “complete” comes with an asterisk, it’s still a solid tribute to one of the quirkiest sitcoms ever aired.

In the bustling backdrop of New York City, where artistic dreams often clash with harsh realities, this indie film captures the essence of ambition, friendship, and the delicate balance between the two. This feature debut from directors Travis Wood and Alex Mallis offers a poignant look at the complexities of creative pursuits and personal relationships. Honestly, it was such a unique experience. I don’t think it would have worked had it been “perfect,” but it’s in the awkwardness that the film truly shines!

In a world of sanitized coming-of-age stories, it’s rare to find one that dares to be this confrontational. This debut feature doesn’t just poke the bear—it grabs the cross, lights it on fire, and dares you to look away. It weaponizes irreverence, yet never loses sight of something more meaningful beneath the smirk. It’s both crude and contemplative, mischievous and honest, managing to hold a middle finger in one hand and a mirror in the other. For a film wrapped in the language of a sex comedy, it cuts far deeper than its sacrilegious exterior would suggest.

From the outside, Chelsea still looks pristine—clean streets, and old money—but in Season 3 of THE CHELSEA DETECTIVE, the cracks in its polished veneer only deepen. This new run of episodes leans further into its identity as a methodical, character-driven procedural, stripping back any gimmicks in favor of solid police work, grounded personalities, and morally tangled cases. The formula hasn't changed drastically, but the tone has grown more confident, more deliberate. If you’ve been watching from the beginning, this season feels like a reward: a detective series hitting its stride.

It’s been over two decades since SWORDFISH detonated its way into theaters, and thanks to Arrow Video’s new 4K release, there’s never been a better time to reexamine the wild, stylish thrill-ride that once asked: what if hackers looked like supermodels and blew up banks in broad daylight? Directed by Dominic Sena and starring Hugh Jackman, John Travolta, Halle Berry, and Don Cheadle, SWORDFISH might not pass any cybersecurity tests, but it still delivers the glossy, high-octane fun that made it a cult favorite of the early 2000s. If you can check your realism at the door, there’s so much to enjoy here.

CRASHBOX caught me completely off guard—in the best possible way. I wasn’t familiar with Monkey House before this, but after just one spin, I wondered how I’d gone this long without hearing them. This isn’t just background music for jazz-pop enthusiasts—it’s a fully realized, finely crafted record that blends brains, groove, and heart into something genuinely exciting. If this is your first impression of the band, like it was for me, you’re in for a treat.

When an American backpacker lands in Buenos Aires, expecting adventure and perhaps a bit of romanticized self-discovery, the last thing he anticipates is becoming an unwitting performer in a politically charged underground theater group. Yet that’s exactly where he ends up in UNDERGROUND ORANGE. This flirts with satire, activism, and surreal comedy while poking at global power structures and the hypocrisy of national identity. It’s an offbeat, sometimes erratic but undeniably thought-provoking ride.