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“We’re going this way”: “To Live and Die in L.A.” at 35

To Live and Die in L.A.
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Pegged upon release as a retread of previous work, William Friedkin’s neo-noir is something altogether different.

Peter Sobczynski Posted on November 2, 2020November 3, 2020

“Re-Animator” revisited: Stuart Gordon’s masterpiece lives on

Re-Animator
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Lovecraft adaptations have never been better or more gruesome, even 35 years later.

Cian Tsang Posted on October 18, 2020October 18, 2020

“Different rules apply”: “After Hours” at 35

After Hours
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An under-appreciated work from the filmmaker and a career rebound, Martin Scorsese’s screwball comedy remains one of a kind.

Peter Sobczynski Posted on October 11, 2020October 10, 2020

“Can’t you see this horse loves me?”: “Silverado” at 35

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Lawrence Kasdan’s 1985 throwback Western is overstuffed, but 35 years later boasts loads of charm.

Peter Sobczynski Posted on July 10, 2020July 7, 2020

“Friday the 13th: A New Beginning” finds 22 victims in search of a Jason

Friday the 13th A New Beginning
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Jason (and the franchise) comes back from an ostensible conclusion to keep up the blood-splattering mayhem.

Liam Carroll Posted on May 17, 2020May 17, 2020
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