Hatchet for the Honeymoon
Hatchet for the Honeymoon is not the kind of film to watch for ingenious murders. It is the kind of film to watch for paranormal and sartorial phenomena, discotheques, and horrifying old toys.
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The Forbidden Photos of a Lady Above Suspicion
Forbidden Photos is not an exceptionally plotted giallo. Nonetheless, it has a structure sturdy enough upon which to hang a lot of crazy mid-century design
Read moreDiabolique: Seeking the Heart but Finding the Tears
On Diabolique, I’m continuing A World of Wicker. For this round, I’m looking at the path that leads to Io, Emmanuelle, the “first” Emmanuelle film, which isn’t an adaptation Emmanuelle.
Read moreThe Sister of Ursula
The Sister of Ursula is like watching a Jess Franco film without that director’s flare. Everything seems to operate under the directive of “Well, this should be good, but we’re going to mess it up.”
Read moreStrip Nude for Your Killer
Even though it’s poorly written, relentlessly tasteless, and is packed with gratuitously seedy garbage, Strip Nude for Your Killer entertains on that level that satisfies the dark part of your soul and makes you feel like you need a shower.
Read moreDiabolique: Le Ore Che Contano
On Diabolique, I’ve compiled a list of Eurocult movie soundtracks to accompany “le ore che contano.” When you are in your home, hotel, or a lean-to on a deserted beach, it behooves you to indulge in something a little sensual.
Read moreDiabolique: History, Umberto Lenzi Style
I’m on Diabolique, continuing my look at Umberto Lenzi’s pre-Eurocrime/horror adventure films. This time, it’s Russian history with Catherine of Russia…which is not about Catherine of Russia but is about Catherine the Great.
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