Peter Martin
@peteramartin.bsky.social
Watcher, reader, writer, editor. Creator, Everything But Horror newsletter. Managing Editor @screenanarchy.bsky.social. Editor, Dallas Film Now.
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Somebody said “list” online, which reminded me that my list of favorite 2025 movie releases now has 40 entries as well notes in the “notes” tab on where to watch, whenever possible:
boxd.it/DncKy
boxd.it/DncKy
My Favorite Movies of 2025
Focusing on movies that received their first dedicated (usually seven days) US release in 2025. Check the notes section for info on where to stream, when available.
boxd.it
November 24, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Somebody said “list” online, which reminded me that my list of favorite 2025 movie releases now has 40 entries as well notes in the “notes” tab on where to watch, whenever possible:
boxd.it/DncKy
boxd.it/DncKy
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A legend of rare quality. Udo Kier was absolutely unique in every aspect, an icon and an iconoclast at the same time. There will never be another like him.
Rest well, sir, lord knows you've earned it.
Rest well, sir, lord knows you've earned it.
November 24, 2025 at 12:49 AM
A legend of rare quality. Udo Kier was absolutely unique in every aspect, an icon and an iconoclast at the same time. There will never be another like him.
Rest well, sir, lord knows you've earned it.
Rest well, sir, lord knows you've earned it.
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chow yun fat in A BETTER TOMORROW is the coolest a dude has ever looked on film
November 22, 2025 at 3:16 PM
chow yun fat in A BETTER TOMORROW is the coolest a dude has ever looked on film
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The annual Ho-Ho-Holiday Sale is underway at MZS.Press arts bookstore. we've chosen items for maximum gift-ability. We *automatically* upgrade USPS shipping one level (yes, you read that right!). All orders packed with obsessive care. And we put little extras in there, too! mzs.press/EVERYTHING-W...
November 17, 2025 at 4:11 PM
The annual Ho-Ho-Holiday Sale is underway at MZS.Press arts bookstore. we've chosen items for maximum gift-ability. We *automatically* upgrade USPS shipping one level (yes, you read that right!). All orders packed with obsessive care. And we put little extras in there, too! mzs.press/EVERYTHING-W...
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Slowly updating my website. Not a lot of original content there, but a convenient one-stop-shop to post links to all my reviews. There's still a lot to add, reformat, and plenty of broken links if you dig deep enough, but do take a look if you have a minute, and it's free of course. marshattacks.com
The James Marsh film review archive
All my reviews and features conveniently located in one place
marshattacks.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Slowly updating my website. Not a lot of original content there, but a convenient one-stop-shop to post links to all my reviews. There's still a lot to add, reformat, and plenty of broken links if you dig deep enough, but do take a look if you have a minute, and it's free of course. marshattacks.com
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merry christmas you sexy freaks!!! screenanarchy.com/2025/11/eyes...
EYES WIDE SHUT 4K Review: Kubrick's Last Masterpiece
Just in time for the holidays, the ultimate Christmas movie (eat it, 'Die Hard'!) drops into the Criterion Collection
screenanarchy.com
November 18, 2025 at 11:59 AM
merry christmas you sexy freaks!!! screenanarchy.com/2025/11/eyes...
I liked this very much. TBH, I didn't entirely understand it, but, mmm, those images are sticking with me.
screenanarchy.com/2025/11/ange...
screenanarchy.com/2025/11/ange...
ANGEL'S EGG Review: What's in There?
Mamoru Oshii ('Ghost in the Shell') tells a mysterious story in a mesmerizing fashion.
screenanarchy.com
November 18, 2025 at 2:30 AM
I liked this very much. TBH, I didn't entirely understand it, but, mmm, those images are sticking with me.
screenanarchy.com/2025/11/ange...
screenanarchy.com/2025/11/ange...
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Nico Mastorakis saw THE CRAZIES and screamed "crazier! crazier!" and we should all be grateful. Just a nonsensical ride loaded with gunfire and explosions. Wings Hauser, Brion James, George Kennedy, Bo Hopkins... and that helicopter chase. That helicopter chase! Irresponsible, dumb, and glorious.
November 15, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Nico Mastorakis saw THE CRAZIES and screamed "crazier! crazier!" and we should all be grateful. Just a nonsensical ride loaded with gunfire and explosions. Wings Hauser, Brion James, George Kennedy, Bo Hopkins... and that helicopter chase. That helicopter chase! Irresponsible, dumb, and glorious.
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Sports to athletes: Not you, buster. Who do you think you are?
Sports to athletes: Not you, buster. Who do you think you are?
November 14, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Sports to everybody: Please, please support our sponsors and gamble, gamble, gamble on our athletes!!!
Sports to athletes: Not you, buster. Who do you think you are?
Sports to athletes: Not you, buster. Who do you think you are?
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Pope watch MAN FINDS TAPE challenge starts now
Pope Leo has shared his four favorite movies of all time, as the Vatican prepares to host dozens of actors and directors in a “World of Cinema” gathering on Saturday at his official residence. See which films made the pope's list. nyti.ms/4p3exK9
Pope Leo Shares His Favorite Movies Ahead of Vatican Event
The list leans heavily on uplifting classics.
nyti.ms
November 11, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Pope watch MAN FINDS TAPE challenge starts now
DIE MY LOVE (d. Lynne Ramsay, 2025): Remarkable Jennifer Lawrence performance. Glad to see it on a good cinema screen (Alamo Drafthouse), even if no one else was there; allowed me to absorb and soak into its tragi-magical essence. Thanks to @shelaghrowanlegg.bsky.social review for spurring me on.
November 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
DIE MY LOVE (d. Lynne Ramsay, 2025): Remarkable Jennifer Lawrence performance. Glad to see it on a good cinema screen (Alamo Drafthouse), even if no one else was there; allowed me to absorb and soak into its tragi-magical essence. Thanks to @shelaghrowanlegg.bsky.social review for spurring me on.
Thursday afternoon has become my cinema catchup day.
November 13, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Thursday afternoon has become my cinema catchup day.
I never watched the TV show but I bought #1 because it’s by @gregpak.net and dang! It’s perfect. A rocket blast of characters, dialogue, and art that makes me want to read more.
S u p e r n a t u r a l. (Dynamite.)
S u p e r n a t u r a l. (Dynamite.)
November 13, 2025 at 5:21 AM
I never watched the TV show but I bought #1 because it’s by @gregpak.net and dang! It’s perfect. A rocket blast of characters, dialogue, and art that makes me want to read more.
S u p e r n a t u r a l. (Dynamite.)
S u p e r n a t u r a l. (Dynamite.)
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KOKUHO: Anchored by an astonishing central performance from Ryo Yoshizawa and a fastidious devotion to the traditional art of kabuki theatre, Lee Sang-il’s sumptuous saga emerges as the finest Japanese film of the year. www.scmp.com/lifestyle/en...
Review | Kokuho: kabuki epic with Ryo Yoshizawa is the best Japanese film of the year
Kokuho is a lavish, bewitching story of two Japanese kabuki theatre actors, raised in the same family and competing to become the best.
www.scmp.com
November 12, 2025 at 8:36 AM
KOKUHO: Anchored by an astonishing central performance from Ryo Yoshizawa and a fastidious devotion to the traditional art of kabuki theatre, Lee Sang-il’s sumptuous saga emerges as the finest Japanese film of the year. www.scmp.com/lifestyle/en...
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I have finally seen TAOISM DRUNKARD and I wish to apologize to myself for waiting so god damn long.
November 11, 2025 at 3:24 AM
I have finally seen TAOISM DRUNKARD and I wish to apologize to myself for waiting so god damn long.
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THE PASSENGERS (1977) is probably the least seen Dean Koontz adaptation and a nifty, mean little thriller deserving of rediscovery. Some stellar DUEL-like car action, a truly disturbed and threatening villain, and fun European/period touches make for a great watch.
November 10, 2025 at 7:29 PM
THE PASSENGERS (1977) is probably the least seen Dean Koontz adaptation and a nifty, mean little thriller deserving of rediscovery. Some stellar DUEL-like car action, a truly disturbed and threatening villain, and fun European/period touches make for a great watch.
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Thanks @funcityeditions.bsky.social 4 this crazy return 2 my childhood with these 3 TV movies I sorta remember. Death Ride was a bit risqué but they were all super fun 2 watch. And the star power! Jennifer Jason-Leigh, Ann Jillian, Paul Winfield, Mare Winningham
LOVE this release!
#filmsky #moviesky
LOVE this release!
#filmsky #moviesky
November 10, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Thanks @funcityeditions.bsky.social 4 this crazy return 2 my childhood with these 3 TV movies I sorta remember. Death Ride was a bit risqué but they were all super fun 2 watch. And the star power! Jennifer Jason-Leigh, Ann Jillian, Paul Winfield, Mare Winningham
LOVE this release!
#filmsky #moviesky
LOVE this release!
#filmsky #moviesky
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The first film is okay, but BLACK PHONE 2 is a meaty good time and the best Cargill/Derrickson since SINISTER. Minor nitpicks -- namely those ugly cg mattes -- but the kid kills are gnarly, Hawke is aces, score is terrific, and it's easily one of the better ELM ST riffs. Ready for part 3!
November 8, 2025 at 1:41 AM
The first film is okay, but BLACK PHONE 2 is a meaty good time and the best Cargill/Derrickson since SINISTER. Minor nitpicks -- namely those ugly cg mattes -- but the kid kills are gnarly, Hawke is aces, score is terrific, and it's easily one of the better ELM ST riffs. Ready for part 3!
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The Yeung-Wah Kam/Johnnie To/Tsui Hark Hong Kong crime classic THE BIG HEAT is now available digitally from Shout.
No idea about a Blu-ray date (or release, considering what's going on at Shout), so if you want it, here it is.
No idea about a Blu-ray date (or release, considering what's going on at Shout), so if you want it, here it is.
The Big Heat - Apple TV
Inspector Waipong Wong has to put his life and resignation from the Hong Kong police department on hold to investigate his former partner's mysterious…
tv.apple.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:48 AM
The Yeung-Wah Kam/Johnnie To/Tsui Hark Hong Kong crime classic THE BIG HEAT is now available digitally from Shout.
No idea about a Blu-ray date (or release, considering what's going on at Shout), so if you want it, here it is.
No idea about a Blu-ray date (or release, considering what's going on at Shout), so if you want it, here it is.
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Congratulations to the Toronto Blue Jays on a magnificent season. It is a shame either team had to lose. And this was a gut punch. 💔💔
Classy players, fanbase, and truly one of the finest cities in the world.
Future is bright with Yeasavage, Barger, and Vladdy.
Now go re-sign Bo.
Classy players, fanbase, and truly one of the finest cities in the world.
Future is bright with Yeasavage, Barger, and Vladdy.
Now go re-sign Bo.
November 2, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Congratulations to the Toronto Blue Jays on a magnificent season. It is a shame either team had to lose. And this was a gut punch. 💔💔
Classy players, fanbase, and truly one of the finest cities in the world.
Future is bright with Yeasavage, Barger, and Vladdy.
Now go re-sign Bo.
Classy players, fanbase, and truly one of the finest cities in the world.
Future is bright with Yeasavage, Barger, and Vladdy.
Now go re-sign Bo.
Say his name again: YAMAMOTO!!
November 2, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Say his name again: YAMAMOTO!!
Yeah, that was pretty good.
November 2, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Yeah, that was pretty good.