Classic Arnold vehicle, a very fun movie. Some of the violence and more brutal scenes still have “Oh sh!t!” Factor even today. The characters are believable, even if they are larger than life, stereotypical military men. The design of the Predator is definitely well known today, but was an incredibly inventive and unique design. The aesthetic of the aliens technology, the weapons it uses, the way its face looks, the way it behaves even, are all one of a kind,…

One of the most original and chaotic films I may have ever seen. I’ve seen Joaquin Phoenix do all kinds of roles, and I feel like this is one he was practically born to play. You see his character sustain all sorts of psychological torture on all levels in this movie, and all of it is a surreal nightmare-scape of epic proportions. It has some incredibly funny aspects to it, very intentionally done. 

It reminded me of Jodorowsky on its…

This is a very acclaimed and beloved modern film-It is a very classic feeling movie, despite the weirdo slant that it has a reputation for having. The structure of the film itself isn't predictable per se, but it has a storytelling nature and tempo that provides a level amount of tension and surprise, showcasing a Hollywood vibe that is worlds ahead of most Marvel or action blockbusters we think of as the norm in this day and age. It tells…