While we’ve often been outward facing when questioning life beyond earth, we’ve never really questioned what the aliens would see in us, how they will take our way of life, our ethics, how we impact on the earth? Would they even acclimatise, and make good … Continue reading My Favorite Martian (1999)
As a species, we humans have a fascination with the end. The end and what we would do afterwards. These post-apocalyptic works allow us to deal with issues of morality, survival and rebuilding civilisation from the comforts (or lack thereof) of our homes, but it’s … Continue reading Tank Girl (1995)
The Costa Nostra, as I discussed before, has struck a chord with the collective psyche of America. With cultural touchstones like The Sopranos, and Goodfellas showing the nation that there’s a compelling side to the mob. Most of the time it’s serious and morose, reflecting … Continue reading Gigli (2003)
Dr Seuss’s lyricism and imagination has earned him worldwide recognition in the field of children’s literature. Although the illustrations are distinctive and recognisable, it’s the words that resonate, ergo making it a daunting task to bring the stories to the silver screen. However, the 2000 … Continue reading The Cat In The Hat (2003)
It has been said (originally by Miguel de Cervantes) that all is fair in love and war. Although, it is possible to take both of those sentiments to their extremes. In 2012, a film both presupposed and showcased what would happen when two friends, armed … Continue reading This Means War (2012)
When you’ve been around for a while, you’re bound to repeat yourself. This is only expedited when you carve out a niche by giving your customers the same thing repeatedly. In 2003, Warner Brothers tried to bring fresh air in the aged but beloved animation … Continue reading Looney Tunes: Back in Action
As recent events are still demonstrating, the world of gender politics is greatly divided. With these partitions going back for not just a significant amount of time, but far into the identity of everybody involved. In 2004, a film remake of a cult 1970s British … Continue reading The Stepford Wives (2004)
