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Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 21

FanGirl (2024) As you expect from a Tubi original, the dialogue, character interactions&acting are painfully awkward and wildly inauthentic. I’ll give credit—the first shower scene was solid—but the kills that followed were bad. 2/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

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A ★ review of FanGirl (2024)

I recently watched FanGirl (2024) on Tubi. The storyline centers on a famous influencer who launches a contest: spend a day with her or take $5,000. Believe it or not, someone actually chooses the day...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 21

Chaw (2009)it’s billed as horror, Chaw leans more into comedy,with plenty of intentionally cheesy humor.It takes nearly an hour before the boar actually shows up on screen.The CGI is solid, but the movie overall is boring. 3/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#horror #koreanhorror

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A ★½ review of Chaw (2009)

Chaw (2009) is a South Korean film currently streaming on Tubi. The story centers on a small town where a string of mysterious deaths begins to pile up in the local park. The local police suspect that...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 21

The Last Tycoon (1976) is a character study, exploring how power and success can slowly distort a person’s values. Performances by Mitchum and De Niro’s contrasting leadership styles deliver compelling moments. 6/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#robertdeniro #eliakazan

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A ★★★ review of The Last Tycoon (1976)

The Last Tycoon (1976) is a film I recently watched on Prime. The story follows a rising movie executive who climbs the ranks of the industry and eventually becomes the CEO of a major studio. As his i...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 21

Man on Fire (2004) The storyline is gripping and Fanning and Washington deliver powerful, emotionally resonating performances. There are some truly intense shootouts and interrogation scenes. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#denzelwashington #tonyscott

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A ★★★★★ review of Man on Fire (2004)

Man on Fire (2004) is currently available on Tubi and tells the story of a former CIA operative battling his own inner demons, which have led him down the path of alcoholism. A friend helps him land a...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 20

Interstellar (2014) The cast is outstanding, and the brilliantly layered storyline is full of intricate subplots that unfold beautifully over time. The father-daughter dynamic is particularly impactful. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#christophernolan #matthewmcconaughey

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A ★★★★★ review of Interstellar (2014)

I recently rewatched Interstellar (2014) on Netflix. The storyline is set in a future where Earth is slowly becoming uninhabitable due to environmental collapse and deteriorating soil conditions. A fo...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 20

Vertigo(1958)is masterfully crafted, filled w/intrigue & several unexpected twists. Stewart is outstanding while Novak delivers a strong&haunting performance. Their chemistry on screen adds emotional weight to the film. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#hitchcock #jamesstewart

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A ★★★★★ review of Vertigo (1958)

Vertigo (1958), currently available on Prime, tells the story of a former police detective who’s hired to follow his friend’s wife, whom the friend believes is behaving strangely. She appears to be su...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 19

Reign Over Me(2007)cast, writing&dialogue are sharp.The performances feel grounded & genuine, aside from a few shaky breakdown scenes from Sandler. The scenarios are tragic, heartbreaking&sometimes tough to watch unfold.7/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#adamsandler #doncheadle

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A ★★★½ review of Reign Over Me (2007)

I recently rewatched Reign Over Me (2007) on Tubi. The story follows a successful, happily married dentist who unexpectedly runs into his old college roommate. Once a fellow dentist, his friend’s life...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 19

Teenage Exorcist (1991) is a classic ’80s-style horror comedy that never takes itself too seriously. The writing is mediocre, most of the jokes fall flat. The final demon and Diane’s transformation look fantastic. 5.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#horror #80shorror

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A ★★★ review of Teenage Exorcist (1991)

I recently watched Teenage Exorcist (1991) on Shudder. The story follows a recent college grad looking for a place with cheap rent, and she ends up finding a mansion that seems too good to be true. Of...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 19

Hobo with a Shotgun (2011) gore and kill scenes are top-tier—creative, intense, and executed with a grindhouse flair. The villains are gloriously unhinged, and I especially loved our hero, Mr. Hauer. 8.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#grindhouse

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A ★★★★½ review of Hobo with a Shotgun (2011)

Hobo with a Shotgun (2011) is a film I own on DVD and recently rewatched on Tubi. The story follows a homeless man who arrives in a new town only to discover it’s ruled by a sadistic gangster and his ...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 19

Hard Rain (1998) far-fetched, and moments like robbers showing up on jet skis push it into the realm of the ridiculous. The cast is stronger than you’d expect for a film of this nature, and Betty White and Randy Quaid bring some genuine humor. 4/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

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A ★★ review of Hard Rain (1998)

Hard Rain (1998) is a film I recently watched on Tubi. The story follows an armored truck driver and his team who get caught in a massive flood. While trying to protect the $3 million in the truck, th...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 18

Hereditary(2018)belongs in the horror hall of fame and stands among the best witchcraft and cult movies ever made. The performances are phenomenal across the board—w/elite facial expressions and body language that’s captured perfectly. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror

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A ★★★★★ review of Hereditary (2018)

I recently watched the iconic Hereditary (2018) on Netflix. The story follows a family settling into the home of their recently deceased grandmother. As the mother grieves her loss—and the children ad...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 18

Creature from Black Lake (1976) does a great job developing likable characters, creating an eerie atmosphere&maintaining a sense of mystery throughout.The Bigfoot costume&movements are surprisingly effective&the setting feels authentic. 6/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror

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A ★★★ review of Creature from Black Lake (1976)

I recently watched Creature from Black Lake (1976) on Prime. The storyline follows two city slickers who travel to a remote lake town after hearing local legends about Bigfoot. While most of the towns...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 18

Foxtrap (1986) is an action movie w/extra cheesy and is fun purely because of that. The acting, choreography and dialogue are a bit rough, but there are a few lines that will definitely make you laugh. 4/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#blaxploitation #fredwilliamson

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A ★★ review of Foxtrap (1986)

I recently watched Foxtrap (1986) on Tubi. The storyline follows a private detective who’s hired to travel to Europe to find a wealthy man’s missing niece. When it turns out he’ll also need to rescue ...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 17

Malignant(2021)has a lot of potential & a unique premise.The kill scenes are a mix of well-executed CGI, over-the-top violence & impressive gore. However, the acting is noticeably weak, and the script leaves much to be desired. 5/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror #jameswan

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A ★★½ review of Malignant (2021)

Malignant (2021) is a movie my wife and I watched on Netflix last weekend. The storyline follows a young woman who begins having terrifying visions of brutal murders—visions that, upon closer investig...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 17

Starve Acre (2023) is a UK film 🇬🇧 that’s a unique entry into the folk horror genre, with a strong atmosphere, eerie setting, and well-cast performances. The plot offers some intriguing twists and unsettling moments. 6/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#horror #ukhorror

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A ★★★ review of Starve Acre (2023)

I recently watched the UK film 🇬🇧 Starve Acre (2023) on Shudder. The story follows a family that leaves the city for the countryside in hopes of easing their son’s asthma. But almost immediately after...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 17

Mad Max:Fury Road(2015)is a brilliant reinvention of an iconic series.The cinematography, production design,practical effects & high-octane soundtrack immerse you in a world of dust, desperation, and relentless motion. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#tomhardy #charlizetheron

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A ★★★★★ review of Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)

I recently rewatched Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) on Netflix. The story takes place in a brutal, apocalyptic wasteland ruled by the tyrannical Immortan Joe, who has Max held captive. When Joe sends a con...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 17

Sinners(2025)is a powerful, character-driven story with horror woven in—not just a good horror film, but a great film, period. Ryan Coogler, the cast, and the production team all knocked it out of the park. 8.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror #michaelbjordan #ryancoogler

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A ★★★★½ review of Sinners (2025)

My wife and I recently watched Sinners (2025) in theaters. The film tells the story of twin brothers from Mississippi who’ve just returned home from Chicago and are opening a nightclub during the Proh...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 16

Warlock III: The End of Innocence (1999) leans heavily into classic late ’80s/’90s horror tropes, using sex scenes&frequent nudity to help distract from its lack of depth. There are a few solid kill scenes and decent gore. 4/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#horror

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A ★★ review of Warlock III: The End of Innocence (1999)

Warlock III: The End of Innocence (1999) is a film I recently rewatched on Tubi. The story follows a young woman who unexpectedly inherits an old house. She and her group of friends travel there to un...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 15

Vibes(1988)has a fun,lighthearted ’80s charm w/its own spin on the romantic comedy-adventure genre. The cast is excellent,and the dialogue is free-flowing, quirky, and genuinely entertaining. Feels like a cousin to Romancing the Stone. 6.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#comedy

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A ★★★ review of Vibes (1988)

I recently rewatched Vibes (1988) for the first time in a long while, streaming on Tubi. The storyline follows individuals with psychic powers they don’t fully understand. They attend a research facil...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 15

Clown(2014)loved the uniqueness of the storyline&the mythology behind the clown transformation. The makeup&costume design are equally impressive and well executed.The ending ties the concept together in a satisfying way.7.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror #canadianhorror

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A ★★★★ review of Clown (2014)

Clown (2014) is currently streaming on both Tubi and Amazon Prime. The story follows a father who, while planning a birthday party for his son, is forced to improvise when the hired clown cancels at t...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 15

The Warriors (1979) is iconic&captures the gritty, stylized essence of 1970s New York like few others. The gangs, their personalities, and the visual flair are dripping with charisma. 10/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#grindhouse #walterhill

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A ★★★★★ review of The Warriors (1979)

The Warriors (1979) is a film in my personal collection that I recently rewatched on HBO Max. The story follows a New York gang from Coney Island who attend a massive gang summit where a charismatic l...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 15

Warfare(2025)is a fantastic film that captures the nuances of military life—from staying alert&moving w/precision to the weight of communication&the deep bond of brotherhood.Essence of serving in the military is portrayed w/great care&authenticity.8/10, @letterboxd.social review
#war

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A ★★★★ review of Warfare (2025)

My wife and I watched Warfare (2025) in theaters this evening. The storyline follows a group of troops on a mission in Iraq who are identified and pinned down. As the wounded begin to mount, escape be...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 14

825 Forest Road(2025)is one of those horror films that focuses more on building a backstory&explaining why things are happening rather than showing them unfold on screen.I wanted more horror scenes—it felt slow @times&bordered on boring.5/10, @letterboxd.social review below

#horror

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A ★★½ review of 825 Forest Road (2025)

I recently watched 825 Forest Road (2025) on Shudder. The story follows a family searching for a fresh start who move into a new house in a small town. Unfortunately, the town—and the house—have a dar...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 14

The Piano Lesson (2024) The writing is top-tier, layered with meaningful subplots, strong character development, and nuanced relationships. The characters’ evolution is particularly impressive. 8/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#samuellJackson #johndavidwashington

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A ★★★★ review of The Piano Lesson (2024)

I recently watched The Piano Lesson (2024) on Netflix. The story centers on siblings grappling with a deep-rooted history of slavery and a family heirloom—a valuable piano intricately tied to their an...

Movie Enthusiast 🍿🥤🎥 🎬 @kevinrobbins55.bsky.social · Apr 14

King of New York(1990)is a grittier, rawer take on the genre than a typical Scorsese picture.While it may not reach the same cinematic heights, King of New York comes pretty close in terms of entertainment value. 9/10, @letterboxd.social review below.

#abelferrara #christopherwalken

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A ★★★★½ review of King of New York (1990)

King of New York (1990) is a film I recently rewatched on Tubi. The story follows a drug lord freshly released from prison who believes in unity between Black and white communities in the streets—ever...