Tim DeYoung

Tim DeYoung

Father, husband, former film student. In awe of those that create. Quarantine has brought me back to my favorite escape.

Favorite films

  • Full Metal Jacket
  • The Princess Bride
  • Peeping Tom
  • RRR

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  • The Untouchables

    ★★★½

  • Forbidden Planet

    ★★★

  • The Apartment

    ★★★★

  • Major League

    ★★★★

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  • The Untouchables

    The Untouchables

    ★★★½

    The Untouchables, directed by Brian De Palma, is an entertaining and well-crafted crime drama that effectively captures the Prohibition-era struggle between law enforcement and organized crime. While it may not rank among the greatest films of all time, it offers a satisfying mix of style, melodrama, and action that keeps audiences engaged.

    De Palma’s direction shines through in key moments, showcasing his knack for building tension and delivering visually memorable scenes. His approach leans into melodrama, using sweeping music, grand…

  • Forbidden Planet

    Forbidden Planet

    ★★★

    Forbidden Planet is a landmark in science fiction cinema, a film that set the standard for visual storytelling in the genre for over a decade. Its bold, comic book-style aesthetic—filled with vibrant colors, sleek futuristic designs, and imaginative landscapes—makes it one of the most visually striking sci-fi films of its time.

    The special effects and set design were groundbreaking, influencing countless films until 2001: A Space Odyssey redefined the genre in 1968. From the sprawling alien planet to the iconic…

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  • Duel to the Death

    Duel to the Death

    ★★★★

    I turned this on as background while I continue to work at home. Well now I need to actually work, because I couldn't take my eyes off this film. It was absurd as well as having some great fight scenes.

  • Suburban Gothic

    Suburban Gothic

    ★★

    I liked the idea. I wish it was better. CGI felt cheap, comedy just kept missing. Great poster 👌👍 but overall a forgettable movie.

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