As much as we have tamed nature, it is not an entity to be messed with, yet we still explore vigilantly. Secrets remain unearthed, and legends could lie lost in the depths, fresh for the taking if the aforementioned risk weren’t in the way. In … Continue reading Congo (1995)
Despite how bleak the current affairs of humanity are, it is always fun to pontificate how worse those who come after us will have it. The same struggles we face now amplified by 100 combined with the worries the future can bring. One comic took … Continue reading Judge Dredd (1995)
Las Vegas is a town known for excesses. If it is not the excess drinking, it is the gambling, but it would be remiss to not mention the prevalence of exotic dancing joints, that propagate the surrounding areas, and the fabulously choreographed dancing, providing those … Continue reading Showgirls (1995)
Comedians can bring in big bucks for film and T.V. companies, creating relatable and profitable concepts, and drawing huge audiences, Eddie Murphy had such a deal with Paramount that resulted in blockbuster successes like 48 and Beverly Hills Cop. This lucrative deal with comedian Eddie … Continue reading Macabre Month 3 Part IV: Vampire in Brooklyn (1995)
Sequels can be challenging, especially when your initial message can only be told a few ways, but when you have got interesting characters and a potential audience, it is worth a try to tell at least one more story. In 1995, the spectre of Candyman … Continue reading To Hell and Back Part XII: Candyman: Farewell to the Flesh (1995)
The art of printing has blossomed somewhat since Guttenberg built his mechanical type, Designer’s and stylist have worked tirelessly to bring a huge library of typefaces to the common lexicon of everyday usage. Some with the intention of not providing a single barrier between the … Continue reading Comic Sans (1995)
Despite many strides in making their operation as simple and pain-free as possible, Computers can be confusing for a novice to use, often beholding to the whims of designers and style trends in their quest for trends. With constant changes, it can be hard for … Continue reading Microsoft Bob (1995)
Few ghosts have had as Many adventures as Casper, the friendly ghost has seen his fair share of adaptations and has had his fair scrapes. But the welcoming ghost’s origin is rarely touched upon. In 1995, a whole new generation got reintroduced to the concepts … Continue reading Macabre Month 2 Part I: Casper (1995)
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)
When you’re a band who have had a storied career, but your newer releases aren’t grabbing the public’s attention and you’re feeling like you’re ending up on the wrong side of pop-culture history. You tend to take stock wanting to thank the fans who have … Continue reading Duran Duran – Thank You (1995)
