FOLLOWING FILMS

Amazon Prime’s Fallout Season 1 is a rare achievement in video game adaptations: it manages to honor its source material while also creating a story that stands firmly on its own. Developed by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy (Westworld), and produced by Bethesda Game Studios, Fallout is set in the same irradiated, post-apocalyptic universe that fans of the iconic RPG franchise have explored for over two decades. But unlike many game-to-screen attempts, this one feels alive, urgent, and most importantly, genuinely fun. The show is set in 2296, well over 200 years after nuclear war devastated the world, turning America into a nightmarish wasteland of ghouls, raiders, mutated animals, and desperate survivors. As with the games, the series blends grim brutality with absurdist humor, corporate satire, and retro-futuristic aesthetics. The result is a series that feels like a mashup of Mad Max, Dr. Strangelove, and The Twilight Zone — a combination that somehow works shockingly well. The plot is ...

In the pantheon of '80s action films, Cobra stands out not only for its relentless action and bat-shit crazy lead performance but also for its memorable set pieces, distinctive character dynamics, and a pulsating synth-heavy score that perfectly encapsulates the decade’s aesthetic. Directed by George P. Cosmatos and featuring Sylvester Stallone in one of his most iconic roles, this 1986 thriller captures the era's obsession with tough, no-nonsense heroes and over-the-top violence. Interestingly, Stallone was originally cast in Beverly Hills Cop but left the project due to creative differences, seeking a more action-oriented and brutal approach.  Cobra  became  his vehicle for that darker, grittier vision. Stallone stars as Lieutenant Marion "Cobra" Cobretti, an LAPD cop with a rebellious edge and a fiercely independent streak. Tasked with protecting a key witness, played by Brigitte Nielsen, from a psychopathic gang known only as "The New World," Cobra tak...

Alex Proyas’s Dark City is a noir-infused science fiction mystery that blends philosophical musings with striking visual storytelling. Released in 1998, it came just a year before The Matrix, and though less commercially successful, it remains a cult favorite and a profoundly influential work in its own right. With a dense atmosphere, shadowy aesthetics, and themes of identity and reality, Dark City is a fascinating meditation on what it means to be human—wrapped in a pulpy detective tale with science-fiction flair. The film opens with protagonist John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell) waking up in a bathtub in a grimy hotel room, suffering from amnesia. A dead body lies nearby. He quickly discovers he’s being pursued—not only by the police, led by the world-weary Inspector Bumstead (William Hurt), but also by a group of pale, sinister figures known only as “The Strangers.” As Murdoch scrambles to uncover the truth about his identity and his past, he begins to notice peculiarities about the city ...

In Drop, director Christopher Landon (Freaky, Happy Death Day) crafts a nerve-wracking thriller centered on a devastating dilemma: would you take a life to save the ones you love? The story follows Violet, a widowed single mom attempting to re-enter the dating world after years of grief and recovery. Played with emotional precision by Meghann Fahy, Violet finds herself on a promising first date with the affable and seemingly genuine Henry (Brandon Sklenar) in an elegant, glass-walled Chicago restaurant. But their evening takes a sinister turn when Violet receives a disturbing message via a sleek, anonymous app called DigiDrop: if she doesn’t kill her date before the check arrives, her son and sister will die. What unfolds is a tightly wound 95-minute thriller that feels both classic and timely. The film builds its suspense through confinement, not action. Most of the story unfolds in real-time at their dinner table, creating a pressure-cooker environment that reflects Violet’s psycholo...

Some films don’t just ask for your attention—they seize it. Swordfish, Dominic Sena’s slick 2001 cyber-thriller, is one of those unapologetically brash entries in the action genre that embraces the excesses of the early 2000s while packing enough adrenaline, style, and intrigue to remain a fascinating watch even decades later. At the time of its release, Swordfish arrived in theaters with a storm of controversy and polarized critical reception. But from a modern lens, it’s easier to appreciate what the film was trying to do—and, in many ways, succeeded in doing. This is not a meditative character study or a grounded depiction of cyber-espionage. Rather, Swordfish is a kinetic, neon-lit opera of bullets, code, and moral ambiguity that explores the gray spaces between patriotism, terrorism, and the price of freedom. It’s ambitious, daring, and surprisingly layered if you’re willing to dive beneath the surface gloss. At its core, Swordfish spins a high-stakes tale of hacking and high-tech...

By the time Jason X rocketed onto screens in 2001, the Friday the 13th franchise had already taken audiences through psychic battles, Manhattan alleyways, and hell itself. So where else could it go? Naturally, the answer was space. While that premise sounded like a joke to many at the time, over two decades later, Jason X has become a minor cult classic—remembered not for reinventing the franchise, but for boldly embracing absurdity and delivering pure, unapologetic entertainment. The film begins in the near future. Jason Voorhees—once again captured by the government—is being held in a high-security research facility. After yet another attempt to contain or destroy him fails, he and scientist Rowan (Lexa Doig) are cryogenically frozen. Fast forward 445 years: Earth is an uninhabitable wasteland, and a group of students and researchers aboard a spaceship discover the frozen pair. They bring both back onboard their vessel, the Grendel, where Jason inevitably thaws out and resumes hi...

When Jason Goes to Hell premiered in 1993, it was met with confusion, frustration, and in some cases, outright rejection. Fans expecting a straightforward slasher with Jason Voorhees stalking teenagers at Camp Crystal Lake instead got a body-hopping supernatural thriller filled with mystical lore, FBI stings, demonic parasites, and magical daggers. At the time, the disappointment was understandable. But in the years since, the film has aged curiously well. Removed from the shock of not being a “real Jason movie,” it’s become easier to meet the film where it stands and judge it on its own offbeat merits. The film opens with what might be the most surprising and action-packed scene in the entire Friday the 13th franchise: Jason is lured into a trap by the FBI and blown to bits in a hail of gunfire and explosives. It’s outrageous and self-aware, sending a clear message that this is going to be a very different kind of Friday the 13th film. What follows is an ambitious genre mashup. Jason’...

Robert Wise’s 1971 adaptation of The Andromeda Strain is a methodical, cerebral, and chilling piece of science fiction that trades spectacle for authenticity—and in doing so, delivers one of the most grounded and unsettling depictions of a biological catastrophe in cinematic history. Based on Michael Crichton’s best-selling novel, the film was ahead of its time in both concept and execution, and today it stands as a quietly influential work whose impact still resonates, particularly in our increasingly bio-aware world. The film opens with an eerie and understated sequence: a U.S. military satellite crashes near a small town in New Mexico, and shortly afterward, nearly all the town’s inhabitants are found dead—apparently killed instantaneously by an invisible force. The government rapidly assembles a team of elite scientists and brings them to a secret underground lab called "Wildfire" to study the satellite and determine the cause of death. The culprit is a mysterious extra...

Set 10,000 years before the events of Dune , HBO’s Dune: Prophecy is a sprawling, ambitious prequel that immerses viewers in the early days of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood. Developed by Diane Ademu-John and Alison Schapker, this six-episode first season crafts a dark, cerebral tale of power, sacrifice, and survival—both a spiritual prequel to Denis Villeneuve’s epic films and a standalone chronicle of political intrigue and mystical evolution. The show begins 80 years after humanity’s hard-won victory over the sentient machines in the Butlerian Jihad. Civilization is reshaping itself, with the great Houses vying for dominance, and the fledgling Sisterhood quietly building the foundation of what will become the most influential order in the Imperium. At the heart of the series are sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen, brought to life by Emily Watson and Olivia Williams. Their arc, from noble outcasts to architects of the Bene Gesserit's rise, forms the emotional and narrative spine of ...

The Film Stuart Gordon’s Re-Animator is a cult horror film that expertly blends grotesque body horror with dark comedy, reviving the spirit of H.P. Lovecraft’s early 20th-century pulp fiction through a gory, neon-tinged 1980s lens. While only loosely adapted from Lovecraft’s serialized short story Herbert West—Reanimator , the film forges its own path, transforming a bleak tale of hubristic science into a technicolor fever dream of excess, eccentricity, and headless terror. At its core, Re-Animator follows the story of Herbert West (played with manic brilliance by Jeffrey Combs), a brilliant but unhinged medical student who has discovered a serum capable of reanimating the dead. Driven by an obsessive pursuit of scientific mastery, West transfers to Miskatonic University, where he quickly becomes entangled with fellow student Dan Cain (Bruce Abbott) and his girlfriend Megan Halsey (Barbara Crampton). As West’s experiments escalate, so too does the chaos—culminating in a visceral sho...

FLIGHT RISK (2024) is a suspenseful and engaging thriller directed by Mel Gibson, starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, and Topher Grace. The film delivers a gripping narrative that unfolds in the confined space of an aircraft, creating an atmosphere of intense psychological tension. By blending action with mystery, Flight Risk keeps audiences on the edge of their seats as it explores themes of trust, deception, and survival in a high-stakes environment. The film’s unique premise, strong performances, and well-crafted direction make it an intriguing addition to the thriller genre. The story follows Daryl (Mark Wahlberg), a seasoned pilot who is assigned to transport a fugitive named Winston (Topher Grace) alongside Air Marshal Madolyn (Michelle Dockery). The flight, which starts as a routine mission, quickly descends into chaos as the characters' true intentions and hidden secrets begin to emerge. As the narrative unfolds, viewers are drawn into a tense and unpredictable situa...

DEEP BLUE SEA  (1999) is a sci-fi horror film that reinvents the classic shark attack thriller with a mix of high-tech experiments, action-packed sequences, and unexpected twists. Directed by Renny Harlin, the movie takes viewers deep into an oceanic research facility, where a group of scientists is conducting experiments on sharks in a bid to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. However, their research goes horribly wrong when the genetically enhanced sharks become smarter and more dangerous than anticipated. The story follows Dr. Susan McAlester and her team at Aquatica, a floating laboratory where they have been manipulating shark brains to increase their size and intelligence. Among the team is Carter Blake, a skilled shark wrangler with a mysterious past, and Russell Franklin, a corporate executive sent to oversee the project. As a powerful storm rolls in, a chain of disastrous events traps the group inside the facility while the enhanced sharks, now capable of strategic think...