13 Assassins (2010) Review

By Jason Haskins

Takashi Miike may not be a household name, but he sure is one on the streets. Through the last twenty odd years, he’s crafted some of the most depraved (Ichi the Killer ), disturbing (Visitor Q), and downright bizarre (The Happiness of the Katakuris) films, whilst also redefining Japanese shock cinema. Call him a genius or pervert, but he’s had a varied career. Perhaps the film he's best known for stateside is a beloved horror/romance movie: Audition.

Immortals (2011) Review

By Paco McCullough

Tarsem Singh is one of the most visually interesting directors in Hollywood today. His obvious care and detail to every minut of every shot may only be surpassed by David Fincher. While both of his previous films (The Cell, The Fall) were incredibly beautiful, story was never focused to the level it should have been. Unfortunately, this shortcoming continues in Immortals, perhaps the worst of Tarsem's films.

Martial Arts Madness: Hero (2002)

By Jason Haskins

There are few movies that come along that leave you out of breath once the credits begin to roll. Hero is one of those great movies that you watch expecting a decent action picture, but finding a wonderful movie instead.