A Sexy Blog

Boy Kills World certainly sounds impressive, doesn’t it? And by impressive, I mean that it’s a movie which thoughtfully invites viewers to join Boy, who apparently possesses more emotional baggage than a budget airline on a holiday weekend. The movie centers around a deaf-mute martial artist seeking vengeance against a family with all the subtlety of a Tuesday morning alarm.

In the realm of psychological horror and apocalyptic dread, M. Night Shyamalan's Knock at the Cabin, finds itself at a crossroads, unfortunately veering towards the forgettable rather than the frightful.

Welcome to the cinematic world of "The Vault," a 2021 Spanish heist thriller that hangs around like that one friend who overstayed their welcome at a party. Directed by Jaume Balagueró, this film tries to get by on the classic tropes of the genre yet ends up taking the route less traveled—mostly because it’s lost and doesn’t know where it’s going.

With a name that conjures visions of green-skinned witches and spellbinding showtunes, I walked into the theater for "Wicked" with soaring expectations. Directed by the brilliant Jon M. Chu and anchored by powerhouse performances from Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, this film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical promised a captivating experience.

While I am not a huge fan of creature features, I approached "Meg 2: The Trench" with a blend of anticipation and caution. The first installment, "The Meg" (2018), perfectly balanced exhilarating action with a touch of self-aware humor. Directed by Ben Wheatley and featuring a capable ensemble led by Jason Statham, "Meg 2" aimed to plunge back into the depths of its prehistoric world.

Uberto Pasolini’s The Return brings a sumptuous and contemplative interpretation of the final chapters of Homer’s Odyssey. Starred by the incredible Ralph Fiennes as Odysseus and the mesmerizing Juliette Binoche as Penelope, this film walks the line between myth and human emotion, delivering a story that resonates deeply. As I settled down to watch this retelling, my anticipation was palpable, especially given the accomplished cast and the rich thematic foundation. What unfolds is a journey that, while artistically rich, carries both tremendous highs and noticeable pitfalls.

As I settled in to watch Small Things Like These, I was ready to be enveloped in a poignant narrative set against the backdrop of 1980s Ireland. The film’s premise, delving into the deeply troubling history of the Magdalene Laundries, along with a stellar cast led by the immensely talented Cillian Murphy, had me eager for an emotionally resonant experience.

I began to wonder if I had inadvertently selected a dull guilty pleasure disguised as a serious exploration of societal themes as the film moved from one sleazy party scene to the next. What unfolded was, unfortunately, a mediocre experience filled with endless sexual encounters that overshadowed any glimmer of genuine storytelling.

Since Ridley Scott's original Gladiator took the world by storm in 2000, my expectations for the sequel, Gladiator II (2024), have oscillated between cautious optimism and deep skepticism. As someone who holds the first film in high esteem, there was a blend of excitement and anxiety leading up to this cinematic reunion. Would it sift through the sands of time to emerge victorious, or would it become a forgotten footnote?

It’s What’s Inside, the 2024 cinematic cornerstone (or pitfall) brought to you by the innovative Greg Jardin. With a cast that reads like a “who’s who” of talented up-and-comers—Brittany O’Grady, Gavin Leatherwood, and a few others I may forget as soon as the credits roll—you might think I was in for a treat.