Hollywood keeps trying to manufacture “event” blockbusters out of every superhero and legacy sequel, and audiences have stopped buying it. Meanwhile, horror and anime—once treated as niche curiosities—are packing theaters with genuine urgency. The Conjuring: Last Rites and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle prove it: smaller budgets, passionate fans, and cultural moments that feel worth showing up for. Horror has the staying power, anime has the spectacle, and together they might just be the real lifeline for theaters.
Do We Really Need the 61st Amityville Horror Movie? Apparently So
David F. Sandberg gave us Lights Out and Annabelle: Creation, proving he’s one of the most inventive horror directors of the last decade. So why is Hollywood sticking him with yet another Amityville Horror remake? With over sixty versions already floating around, the haunted-house brand should’ve been laid to rest years ago. Instead, Sandberg’s stuck in director jail, punished for studio failures he didn’t cause, while Hollywood keeps chasing IP instead of originality.
The Conjuring Shows Hollywood’s Hypocrisy in Real Time
The Conjuring universe has raked in billions by selling itself as “based on a true story.” But when a 2017 report exposed disturbing allegations about Ed and Lorraine Warren—the very couple the franchise is built on—Hollywood shrugged and kept the money machine rolling. Twelve years, eight films, and one ugly truth buried under box office receipts.
Zack Cregger Promises Lore-Faithful Resident Evil Without the Actual Story
Zack Cregger, director of Barbarian and Weapons, is taking on Resident Evil—but he’s leaving Leon, Jill, and the other core game characters on the bench. While he promises the movie will respect the lore and serve as a “love letter” to the franchise, fans have heard that pitch before from past failed adaptations. After decades of misfires, Cregger’s choice to tell an entirely new story is a bold gamble that could either revitalize the series or become just another missed opportunity in a long list of them.
This Is Why Inflation-Adjusted Box Office Is a Joke
Everyone loves to say Gone with the Wind is still the box office king—if you "adjust for inflation." But here’s the truth: that argument falls apart the second you look at how movies are actually released, watched, and monetized. Inflation doesn’t make numbers more accurate. It just makes them easier to manipulate. This post breaks down why it’s a myth that needs to die.
Denis Villeneuve Is Everything Bond Needs Right Now
Denis Villeneuve isn’t too serious for James Bond—he’s exactly what the franchise needs. The Hollywood Reporter’s take is trash, and the nostalgia for campy 007 misses the point. Bond doesn’t need more jokes. It needs someone with vision. Let Villeneuve cook.
Alien: Romulus Brought the Terror Back—and I Regret Not Seeing It Sooner
Spoiler Warning: This review contains full plot details, including character deaths, the film’s ending, and how Alien: Romulus connects to the rest of the franchise. If you haven’t seen the movie yet, now’s the time to back out—because we’re going chestburst-deep into this one.
Dan Trachtenberg Just Revived Predator Again—But This Time, It’s Animated
Spoiler Warning: This review contains full spoilers for Predator: Killer of Killers, including major plot details, the anthology structure, and the surprise ending. If you haven’t watched it yet, consider this your official heads-up—because we’re diving deep into why this animated bloodbath absolutely delivers.
IMAX Ghosted Jurassic World: Rebirth — Let’s Talk About Why
Jurassic World: Rebirth is skipping IMAX, and it’s not just a scheduling fluke — it’s a signal. In 2025, if you’re not filming for the format, you’re not getting the format. What used to be a guaranteed spectacle has become a litmus test for effort — and this dino reboot didn’t make the cut.
The $500M Weekend That Proves Theaters Aren’t Dead—They’ve Evolved
Half a billion dollars in one weekend. Not bad for an industry everyone keeps insisting is dying. But the real story isn’t just the money—it’s how theaters are transforming into premium-first, event-driven experiences. From Sinners to Stitch, audiences are choosing spectacle, scale, and nostalgia over originality—and studios are more than happy to oblige.
Hollywood After Dark 