In Defence of… Predator 2 (1990).
In what will become a regular feature on Film ’89, we take another look at a maligned and/or misunderstood film that may have not received the credit we think it… Continue reading "In Defence of… Predator 2 (1990)."
Category: Retrospectives
Our on-going series of in-depth retrospective reviews of classic films.
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Switchback (1997) – A lost gem in the wilderness waiting to be discovered.
1997’s Switchback is something of a strange pick for a celebratory retrospective if you are looking to get some positive feedback in the realm of film writing and criticism as… Continue reading "Switchback (1997) – A lost gem in the wilderness waiting to be discovered."
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Quentin Tarantino’s first 25 years, Part 7 – Inglourious Basterds (2009).
By 2009 Quentin Tarantino had solidified his mark on modern cinema with an almost impeccable run of films from his blistering 1992 debut, Reservoir Dogs through to the epic, two-part,… Continue reading "Quentin Tarantino’s first 25 years, Part 7 – Inglourious Basterds (2009)."
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Nighthawks (1981).
In the filmography of any actor there are highs and lows and there is no doubt that this applies to the films of Sylvester Stallone. However, there are occasions when… Continue reading "Nighthawks (1981)."
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Star Wars – The Nostalgia Factor & how it may hamper new entries to the franchise.
In a time where Hollywood is awash with cinematic universes, fresh and belated sequels and prequels to classics with hardcore fan bases, has it become a near impossibility to get… Continue reading "Star Wars – The Nostalgia Factor & how it may hamper new entries to the franchise."
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Behind the scenes of the making of T2’s iconic canal chase scene.
With the recent rerelease of Terminator 2: Judgment Day 3D in cinemas and its upcoming Blu-Ray release, we take a look back behind the scenes of the filming of the… Continue reading "Behind the scenes of the making of T2’s iconic canal chase scene."
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Stephen King’s IT – The Book Vs The 1990 TV Miniseries.
There has been a slew of films and television programmes based on author Stephen King’s books recently including Mr. Mercedes, which has been airing in the US, the long awaited film adaptation of The Dark Tower was released… Continue reading "Stephen King’s IT – The Book Vs The 1990 TV Miniseries."
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The People Versus… Alien Covenant (2017).
At Film ’89 we like to celebrate film but occasionally a movie comes along that isn’t necessarily deserving of celebration. In this first in a new regular feature for Film ’89, we… Continue reading "The People Versus… Alien Covenant (2017)."
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The Abyss (1989): The greatest Blu-Ray never made?
Recently director James Cameron stated that, now that preparation of the new Avatar movies is well under way and he has completed the scripts, he would have more time to… Continue reading "The Abyss (1989): The greatest Blu-Ray never made?"
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Science and Faith 20 years after Contact.
Science fiction is arguably the most enduring genre of them all. More-so than any other, it grows and evolves with the world and explores new mysteries, themes, and issues reflecting… Continue reading "Science and Faith 20 years after Contact."