Picking up where the original left off, “Maniac Cop 2” is the rare horror sequel that’s just about as good as the first. Mind you,
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)
Thanks to the terrific special effects and majestic score, it’s easy to miss the fact that this fourth “Jurassic Park” sequel barely has a narrative
Maniac Cop (1988)
Although this is directed by William Lustig, it comes at no surprise to see Larry Cohen’s name in the credits. This is directly from the
A Scanner Darkly (2006)
This adaptation of Philip K. Dick’s 1977 novel is alternately fascinating and meandering. Richard Linklater’s direction is typically fluid, and his use of rotoscoping means
Meet the Feebles (1989)
This second feature by Peter Jackson is unlike anything else. A sort of “Muppets” on drugs, it’s ostensibly about the sleaziness of show business and
Ideal Home (2018)
It’s a shame that Andrew Fleming’s “Ideal Home” is so compromised by weak direction and bungled editing because there’s a terrific story to be told
Big Mouth: My Furry Valentine (2019)
This 45-minute Valentine’s special is on par with the show’s superior aesthetic, writing and extraordinary voice work from its all-star cast. Picking up right where
King of the Hill (Season 6) (2001)
Mike Judge’s “King of the Hill” is one of those shows that hit its stride early on, and managed to keep up the momentum far
Ghost Stories (2017)
As with many horror anthologies, “Ghost Stories” is a mixed bag. Mind you, this anthology mixes up the formula a little, by devising a wrap-around
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018)
This sequel to the surprisingly endearing 2015 original was unfortunately dead on arrival with critics and audiences alike, but it’s a pleasant surprise. The teenaged
Hellraiser: Bloodline (1996)
“Hellraiser: Bloodline” is one of those movies that I’m aware is flawed beyond redemption but still manages to grab my attention. All the criticisms that
Hellraiser 3: Hell on Earth (1992)
Although it’s not without its weaknesses, this second sequel to Clive Barker’s original is an entertaining, gory little number. Doug Bradley, as Pinhead, is on
