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Synopsis: While performing in a carnival sideshow, hypnotist Dr. Carlo Lombardi continually puts his assistant, Andrea into a deep enough trance to put her in control of a prehistoric sea monster that then kills people. Local authorities suspect he is behind the brutal murders but can't prove it. Meanwhile, Lombardi has been recruited to perform his show in front of wealthier audience members. Who's in it? The movie stars Chester Morris , Tom Conway , Cathy Downs , Lance Fuller and Marla English. Review: I have seen The She-Creature referenced in other media but had never seen the movie until finally coming across it and watching it this morning. Surprisingly, the film wasn't quite as bad as I was expecting it to be, but I still wouldn't go as far as to say I enjoyed it. The movie does have some things going for it. For one, the plot, while a little confusing, was admittedly a bit unique. Having the sea creature being controlled by someone who was arguably a victim...

Synopsis: While having coffee at a diner, publicist Steve Christopher meets waitress Vicki Lynn and convinces her she could have a career in modeling. Vicki accepts his help and, with support from actor Robin Ray, she is soon on the cover of newspapers and magazines as well as having a steady income working as a nightclub singer. When Hollywood comes calling, she accepts, bringing her business arrangement with Steve to an abrupt end. When she is found murdered the next day, Steve becomes the primary suspect and police lieutenant. Ed Cornell is determined to make sure he gets the electric chair. Who's in it? The movie stars Elliott Reid , Jean Peters, Jeanne Crain, Richard Boone and Alexander D'Arcy. Review: I was flipping through movies last night in search for something to watch before starting my day today and Vicki caught my eye because it sounded like an interesting mystery. I finished it a short while ago and it was a film that did not disappoint. While Vicki's (P...

Synopsis: Myra Hudson was born wealthy but is making her own fortune as a successful playwright. While traveling by train from New York to her home in San Francisco, she bumps into Lester Blaine, an actor she fired from her latest play because he didn't look right for the part. They bond on the long journey and, soon after arriving in San Francisco, marry. She believes he loves her until her dictating machine inadvertently records Lester and his secret girlfriend, Irene, plotting to kill her. Who's in it? The movie stars Joan Crawford , Jack Palance , Gloria Grahame , Bruce Bennett and Virginia Huston. Review: I had started out watching a different movie this morning but after discovering that one was in a different language and it was too early to read subtitles, I ended up watching Sudden Fear instead. Overall, I have to say it was a good second choice. The movie's story is well-written. I especially liked how the film took the time to show Myra (Crawford) and Lester...

Synopsis: After her father is accused of stealing jewels from the king and killed, Cinderella is placed in the custody of her stepmother, who, along with her two stepsisters, treat her like a servant and abuse her at every opportunity. When Cinderella, with the help of her fairy godmother, attends the royal ball and catches the prince's eye, she is severely beaten in punishment and locked away to prevent the prince from finding out her real identity. Fed up, she listens to her godmother's advice and reluctantly seeks revenge. However, as she begins to shed blood, Cinderella begins to realize she enjoys it. Who's in it? The movie stars Natasha Henstridge, Lauren Staerck, Stephanie Lodge, Beatrice Fletcher and Megan Purvis. Review: My wife and I had time to do a movie double feature tonight and after loading up on seconds of loaded nachos, we put on Cinderella's Revenge . The movie turned out not to be what I was expecting but it was entertaining. The movie is mostly a ...

Synopsis: A deformed child is burned to death in his home after he kills a classmate. Fifteen years later, the house, which has been rebuilt, is left to Tara's mom and since her family is struggling financially, she convinces her friends to help her turn it into a tourist attraction. As they are working, however, a fog rolls in and an adult "Popeye" appears to get revenge with help from his sister, Olive. Who's in it? The movie stars Emily Mogilner, Connor Powles, Steven Murphy, Atlanta Moreno and Karolina Knight. Review: I got the lawn mowed early enough to spend the afternoon hanging out with my wife. After purchasing some loaded nachos from the local bowling alley, we settled on the couch and gave Popeye's Revenge a try. While I was willing to give it the benefit of the doubt, it proved to be a bit of a disappointment. There was a lot about this movie that made me think of it as a film that was ripping off both Friday the 13th and A Nightmare on Elm Street...

Synopsis: The Staten Island Ferry has been part of New York since the 19th century. A forgotten part of its history is Captain Steamboat Willie, a human-like mouse killed in a shipwreck and now believed to be an urban legend. However, when a sealed hatch onboard the ferry is opened, freeing Willie, he is quick to reveal he is real by taking control of the ship and starting a murderous rampage. Who's in it? The movie stars David Howard Thornton , Tyler Posey , Sarah Kopkin, Jesse Kove and Amy Schumacher . Review: When I came across Screamboat a few days ago, I had some serious doubts about yet another horror movie based on a beloved cartoon character, especially since the last Steamboat Willie-based movie I saw, The Mouse Trap , wasn't one of my favorites. However, the trailer piqued my interest so we gave it a try. It ended up being surprisingly good. I'm not going to tell you this movie is terrifying because it isn't. In fact, I would describe it as being just as g...

  Some days I'm frazzled. It's just hard to keep a cool head. The news, the bills, the stress Leave me feeling dizzy and my eyes seeing red. It's just so much at once. Including figuring out who told the truth and who lied. Just like an egg It leaves my brain feeling fried. I try to plan things carefully. Put the pieces of my life together, like ingredients in a recipe. Only to have it fall apart so quickly With no time for self-pity. Image courtesy of Pixabay It's no different than making an omelet Only to have using a spatula to flip it turn into a great gamble. There's a chance it'll turn out just fine And an equal chance I'll just need to settle for scrambled. The weight on my shoulders continues to get heavy. Overwhelming expectations cutting into me like a shiv. Somedays all I can do is put my head down and try to breath Because I feel like something is about to give. The pressure continues to build The need to be a good father, good husband and a good...