The Film Crusade

It has already been 10 years since “The Blair Witch Project” frightened and nauseated audiences, claiming an historical victory for a new kind of independent filmmaking which continues to shock audiences today.

With acclaimed director Lars von Trier’s latest film, all signs pointed towards a tour de force of awesomeness that I couldn’t wait to experience for myself. But two hours later, I left the theater feeling cheated, drained, and irritable.

Who says scary can’t be fun? Here is a list of 10 fun horror films to enjoy with friends for this coming Halloween.

“Paranormal Activity” slays off vampires, wild things and even Jigsaw to top the charts for the weekend box office. Now entering its fifth week in theaters, “Paranormal” aims to scare up a sweet repeat this upcoming Halloween weekend.

Larry Gupnik of “A Serious Man” has a problem. He’s lost his wife, just got kicked out of his own home, and is pathetically passive-aggressive. But saddest of all, NO ONE WANTS TO SEE HIS MOVIE. Here we review the most recent tragic comedy of the Coen Bros. and discuss why Hollywood bigwigs have already eliminated these kinds of films from their slates.

Believe the numbers. Believe the hype. “Paranormal Activity’s” smashing success in its early stages forces Paramount to expand distribution, giving “Saw VI” a run for its money. The result is a paranormal milestone for the horror genre.

Tired of all the red carpet fashonistas stealing the show? Disappointed by the Academy’s poor host selection? Angry that your film didn’t even qualify for Best Picture? Zach Copeland offers a quick-fix to make the Oscars…well…not suck.

What happens when comedy delivers more than we can stomach? After reviewing “Trading Places,” let’s investigate the current state of comedy.

As Hollywood studios continue to pursue the property rights for classic American board games, action figures and arcade games, nostalgic movie-going masses may no longer feel that once-precious nostalgia.