Thriller | 101 Movies a Year 4/5

The Beekeeper (2024) - Buzzing with Action!

Stephen Yanni

Jan 13, 20242 min read

The Beekeeper (2024) - Buzzing with Action!

An electrifying blend of suspense, action, and drama that surpasses expectations, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with genre giants.

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The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) - Fanning the Embers of Uprising

Stephen Yanni

Jan 12, 20242 min read

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) - Fanning the Embers of Uprising

The second installment in the series, resumes the story of Katniss and Peeta following their unprecedented victory in The Hunger Games.

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The Hunger Games (2012) - The Games Begin: A Fight for Freedom and Justice

Stephen Yanni

Jan 12, 20242 min read

The Hunger Games (2012) - The Games Begin: A Fight for Freedom and Justice

This film brilliantly captures the dystopian world of Panem, where the eponymous games are a matter of life and death.

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The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (2014) - The Rise of the Mockingjay

Stephen Yanni

Jan 12, 20242 min read

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 (2014) - The Rise of the Mockingjay

The third installment in the Hunger Games film series delivers a mixed experience. The film diverges from the fast-paced, action-driven ...

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Night Swim (2024) - From Laps to Traps: A Haunting Poolside Story

Stephen Yanni

Jan 6, 20242 min read

Night Swim (2024) - From Laps to Traps: A Haunting Poolside Story

Despite its attempts to be creepy, the film doesn't truly venture into terrifying territory.

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Leave the World Behind (2023) - A Dim Spark in the Dark

Stephen Yanni

Dec 25, 20232 min read

Leave the World Behind (2023) - A Dim Spark in the Dark

Leave the World Behind, an apocalyptic thriller, promised much but delivered little beyond tension and an underwhelming narrative.

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Violent Night (2022) - Sleigh Bells Ring, Are You Listening...to Gunfire?

Stephen Yanni

Dec 4, 20232 min read

Violent Night (2022) - Sleigh Bells Ring, Are You Listening...to Gunfire?

Santa is a force to be reckoned with. A perfect adult Christmas movie, ideal for watching while wrapping gifts - though not for the kids.

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Silent Night (2023) - Silent Disappointment: A Muted Quest for Vengeance.

Stephen Yanni

Dec 3, 20232 min read

Silent Night (2023) - Silent Disappointment: A Muted Quest for Vengeance.

The protagonist's quest for revenge, hindered by a wound that renders him voiceless, lacks depth and believability.

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Willy's Wonderland - Better than Freddy's

Stephen Yanni

Oct 29, 20232 min read

Willy's Wonderland - Better than Freddy's

Not a masterpiece, but an enjoyable ride showing Cage's ability to captivate without a word this might well have served him in other roles.

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The Equalizer 2 - A Sequel That Strikes Harder

Stephen Yanni

Oct 6, 20232 min read

The Equalizer 2 - A Sequel That Strikes Harder

Some sequels merely coast on the success of their predecessors, and then there are those that elevate the franchise to a new level.

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Stephen Yanni

Oct 6, 20231 min read

The Equalizer - Justice's Thin Line

As Robert McCall, Washington brings to life a character who takes up the cause of justice.

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The Equalizer 3 - Equalizing the Italian Underworld

Stephen Yanni

Oct 6, 20232 min read

The Equalizer 3 - Equalizing the Italian Underworld

In "The Equalizer 3", we find our ex-government assassin trading the bustling streets of Boston for the scenic beauty of Southern Italy.

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Stephen Yanni

Sep 19, 20232 min read

Cobweb - Old Shadows in New Walls

Immediately, the premise triggers memories of other films that have delved into similar territories.

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Stephen Yanni

Sep 16, 20232 min read

The Nun II - Reawakening Evil

A welcomed continuation of a story that, while familiar to fans of the Conjuring Universe, still packs plenty of fresh haunts.

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Annabelle Comes Home - From Artifact Room to Silver Screen

Stephen Yanni

Sep 15, 20232 min read

Annabelle Comes Home - From Artifact Room to Silver Screen

The film establishes emotional arcs, around themes of teenage responsibility and the angst of growing up, which adds a layer of depth.

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The Curse of La Llorona - A Mixed Echo of Fear and Folklore

Stephen Yanni

Sep 15, 20232 min read

The Curse of La Llorona - A Mixed Echo of Fear and Folklore

"The Curse of La Llorona" brings to screen a rich tapestry of Mexican folklore.

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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Defending the Damned: From Possession to Prosecution

Stephen Yanni

Sep 15, 20232 min read

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Defending the Damned: From Possession to Prosecution

The court accepts the existence of God every time a witness swears to tell the truth. It's about time they accept the existence of the Devil

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The Nun - Eerie Prayer in The Conjuring's Sacred Universe

Stephen Yanni

Sep 5, 20231 min read

The Nun - Eerie Prayer in The Conjuring's Sacred Universe

Masterfully integrates its narrative with the overarching Conjuring lore, die-hard fans will appreciate the intricate connections.

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Annabelle: Creation - Out-Scares Its Predecessor - A Devilish Doll Returns

Stephen Yanni

Sep 4, 20232 min read

Annabelle: Creation - Out-Scares Its Predecessor - A Devilish Doll Returns

Annabelle: Creation," defies norms by not just matching but surpassing its predecessor in terms of elements and storytelling.

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Stephen Yanni

Aug 19, 20231 min read

The Conjuring 2- Deja Boo

Director James Wan showcases his adeptness at creating tense sequences, but the sequel doesn’t quite match the intensity of its predecessor.

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