Eynhallow Review: A Beautiful & Haunting Frankenstein Retelling
Dive into "Eynhallow," Tim McGregor's mesmerizing retelling of the classic "Frankenstein," set against the backdrop of a mysterious Scottish isle. This review explores the poignant tale of Agness Tulloch, entangled in a web of love, loss, and yearning, offering a unique twist on historical and literary horror fiction. Discover how McGregor intertwines real history with gothic storytelling, making "Eynhallow" a must-read for fans of reimagined classics and haunting narratives.
A Fascinating Chronicle of Film Critics: “Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever”
A Fascinating Chronicle of Film Critics: “Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever”
Rating: ★★★★☆
In a world where the verdict on a movie relied on the iconic “two thumbs up” from Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert, Matthew Singer’s nonfiction book, “Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever,” takes readers on an engaging journey through the evolution of film criticism. While it is a must-read for fans of Siskel and Ebert and those interested in film history, the book could have delved deeper into their personal lives and expanded its scope beyond the end of the “At the Movies” era.
The Babysitter Lives — a review
The Babysitter Lives has a touch of social commentary reminiscent of Jordan Peele’s Get Out, the Willbanks’s home–a twisty and ever-changing monster of a thing–evokes Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, and the book’s tone is similar to Neil Gaiman’s Coraline–with a sprinkle of Wes Craven’s A Nightmare on Elm Street for good measure.