# INFLUX Magazine

> Movie Reviews, Interviews, and More


## Posts

- [Space/Time (2026) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/space-time-2026-review/): A smart, slow-burn sci-fi that proves big ideas, strong characters, and patient storytelling can make the end of the world feel thrillingly intimate. by Gordon Shelly Space/Time is the kind of science-fiction film that sneaks up on you. It doesn’t announce itself with bombast or spectacle right out of the gate. Instead, it asks for patience, curiosity, and a willingness to lean into uncertainty. What it delivers in return is a thoughtful, character-driven sci-fi story that feels far bigger than its modest scale, anchored by strong performances and a clear confidence in its ideas. Directed by Michael O’Halloran and released […]
- [A Revolution in Bad Taste](https://influxmagazine.com/a-revolution-in-bad-taste/): This article was originally written around 1999 for the Sun Newspaper. Every now in then, I like to give it a punch up, update it and remind people, there is nothing wrong with Bad Taste! A Revolution in Bad Taste Maybe it’s just me but there is something about bad movies that I really like. Bad horror movies to be specific. The lower the budgets, the worse the effects, the more I seem to enjoy them. Nothing beats a microphone in the frame or an actor accidentally looking directly at the camera. It’s a hobby that began when I was […]
- [How I Spent My Summer Vacation (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/how-i-spent-my-summer-vacation-2025-review/): A tender, beautifully observed coming of age film that turns a summer of illness, fear, and first connection into a quietly powerful meditation on time, family, and what it truly means to live. by Nav Qateel Written and directed by Kenneth R. Frank, with How I Spent My Summer Vacation being his third dramatic effort focused on family. This coming-of-age drama follows thirteen-year-old Grace (wonderfully performed by Raquel Sciacca), at the end of her school year, who finds herself and kid brother Richie accompanying her parents to Long Island to stay at her grandfather’s house after he becomes sick. Grace’s […]
- [MTV: Thank you and Good Night](https://influxmagazine.com/mtv-thank-you-good-night/): MTV disappears forever and not with a bang, but barely a whimper Video killed the radio star.Reality TV crushed the video star.The internet devoured the reality star.Social media consumed the internet star.It will be interesting to see what comes next to flatten social media. Something will, eventually. Something always does. I do not remember the first time I heard about MTV, but I remember vividly the first time I saw it. My parents were not fans of the idea. A television channel devoted entirely to music struck them as excessive, maybe even corrupting, so our house was late to the […]
- [Toxic Nostalgia Strikes Again](https://influxmagazine.com/toxic-nostalgia-strikes-again/): Toxic Nostalgia Strikes Again: When Fandom Turns Memory into a Weapon! Nostalgia used to be a warm thing. A shared language. A way for generations to meet in the middle and say, “This mattered to me once.” Somewhere along the way, though, nostalgia curdled. It hardened into expectation, entitlement, and eventually outrage. In modern fandom, memory is no longer a lens. It is a measuring stick, and nothing new can ever be long enough, pure enough, or faithful enough to pass. What we are seeing again and again is not simply disappointment. It is toxic nostalgia, the belief that a […]
- [Stranger Things Season 5, Part 1 (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/stranger-things-season-5-part-1-2025-review/): A Warm Return to the Upside Down: Stranger Things Season 5, Part I Stranger Things may be older, louder and wrapped in layers of nostalgia, but Part I shows it still knows how to thrill, charm and surprise. If this is the beginning of the end, it is one that reminds us why we first stepped into the Upside Down in the first place. by Gordon Shelly Stranger Things Season 5, Part I arrives with the weight of nearly a decade behind it, carrying a legacy few modern shows can claim. When Season 1 debuted in 2016, it was a […]
- [An Interview with Stevan Lee Mraovitch](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-stevan-lee-mraovitch-2/): In giving voice to those the city overlooks, Mraovitch reminds us that the smallest acts of connection can cut through even the deepest shadows. His films suggest a simple truth: when we choose to see one another fully, the darkness never stands a chance. by Gordon Shelly Stevan Lee Mraovitch is a filmmaker drawn to the people most of us pass without seeing. His newest feature, Where There Is Love, There Is No Darkness, moves far beyond the sleek postcard images of Paris to explore the hidden lives of migrant delivery workers, the global forces that push them across oceans, […]
- [An Interview with Alonso Grandio](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-alonso-grandio/): If his new film, Lost Horizon, reveals anything, it is that Alonso Grandio carries the same fire as the characters he plays: unpredictable, driven, and impossible to ignore. by Gordon Shelly Multi-cultured Alonso Grandio is a Mexican actor born to a Spanish father and Cuban mother. From a young age Alonso was a story teller through and through. In his teens he got a taste of acting through a school’s play and nothing was ever the same. He decided to pursue acting in 2013 after finishing his bachelor’s degree in Communications and moved to Los Angeles, California. After studying and […]
- [Lost Horizon (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/lost-horizon-2025-review/): This energetic low budget thriller delivers exactly what it promises and often more. by Nav Qateel Ex-military man Michael “Mike” Foster, along with his small team of former soldiers, are tasked with building a dam in a country finally seeing the end of civil war. With the region still dangerous thanks to rebels attacking anyone seen as a threat, the team faces hostility from several directions, including a serial killer, assassins, kidnappers, and a mole. Oh my! Mike (played by Tom Fairfoot) and the team are headed for their camp when they come across reporter Amelia Turner, whose car has […]
- [Exit Strategy (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/exit-strategy-review/): A Classic Reacher Ride with New Twists Review by Rob Shields Exit Strategy, the latest installment in the Jack Reacher series by Lee Child and Andrew Child, delivers exactly what long-time fans hope for: sharp bursts of action, a steady hum of tension, and Reacher operating with the cool, deliberate logic that has made him one of thriller fiction’s most recognizable heroes. While the book occasionally stumbles into the same slightly clunky prose rhythms that appear throughout the series, the overall experience remains highly entertaining and undeniably Reacher at its core. From the opening pages, the novel establishes its central […]
- [DISC-OVERY (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/disc-overy-review/): A Wild, Hilarious, and Inventive Adventure That Redefines Genre Fiction Review by Rob Shields Disc-overy by Jed Rowen is one of the most delightfully unexpected novels I have read in a long time. What appears at first to be a quirky disc-golf story quickly transforms into a smart, high-energy blend of comedy, conspiracy thriller, and speculative science fiction. It is bold, unrestrained, and absolutely entertaining from start to finish. Rowen has created a book that is not only funny, but also surprisingly thoughtful, all while delivering a story packed with mystery, heart, and an uncanny sense of cosmic weirdness. At […]
- [Winners, Losers, & Lovers Podcast](https://influxmagazine.com/winners-losers-lovers-podcast/): “Ever year the Internet has hundreds of movie podcasts… this is one of them.” -Andrew Kubasek A New Movie Podcast Is Coming Soon: Winners, Losers, and Lovers A new movie and entertainment podcast is gearing up to hit the airwaves early in 2026, and it is already generating interest among film fans. The show is titled Winners, Losers, and Lovers, and it promises a lively, opinionated, and often hilarious exploration of the movies people cannot stop talking about. The hosts describe it as “the most important movie podcast we’ve ever made,” and “the only podcast you’ll ever need” a tongue […]
- [Where There Is Love, There Is No Darkness (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/where-there-is-love-2025-review/): A quiet but powerful immigrant story unfolds in this intimate and beautifully observed Parisian drama. by Nav Qateel Written and directed by Stevan Lee Mraovitch, and put together for only $230,000, Where There Is Love, There Is No Darkness tells the story of Senegalese delivery cyclist Seydou, a man who has arrived in Paris to work hard and save money. With a pregnant wife back home in their small village, Seydou is determined to give his wife and child a good start in life, but obstacles get in the way, causing a few bumps on the road, and we see […]
- [Remi Milligan: Lost Director (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/remi-milligan-2025-review/): What starts as a goofy mockumentary quickly turns into a surprisingly heartfelt look at creative obsession and the oddballs who chase their visions. by Nav Qateel Mockumentary Remi Milligan: Lost Director is a film that surprised me after opening with cheesy, low budget shots of Remi (Yoshi Barrigas) hamming it up in one of his short movies, only to follow with an engrossing tale of Milligan’s creative and personal struggle. The documentary is put together after Remi mysteriously vanishes, never to be seen or heard of again. With a mix of interviews from family and co-workers, along with clips from […]
- [The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-haunting-of-prince-dom-pedro-2025-review/): This clever, scrappy indie proves just how far sharp writing and a playful tone can carry a low budget horror comedy. by Nav Qateel Directed by Don Swanson, The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro is a low budget effort that succeeds where other films struggle. What it lacks in certain areas it more than makes up for by being funny and entertaining. I was expecting more of the same with this low budget indie but was rewarded with what turned out to be a little gem of a movie. Writer Joe Fishel has penned a script filled with tongue-in-cheek humor […]
- [Ranking the Alien Franchise](https://influxmagazine.com/alien-franchise-ranked-2024-review/): Ranking the Alien Franchise one movie at a time! It’s the list nobody asked for, but I decided to create it regardless. Since the first movie in 1979, not a decade has gone by without an entry into the franchise. We have updated this to include the Alien: Earth series as well! Give me a new Alien movie any day over just about every other cinematic universe and franchise. As far as my movie tastes go, the worst Alien movie far exceeds anything in the MCU. Each movie is gritty and full of despair. They’re shot wonderfully and they take chances whenever possible.   […]
- [The Witcher Saga (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/the-witcher-saga-review/): The Witcher Saga: A Masterwork of Character, Growth, and Destiny Review by Rob Shields The Witcher Saga is often described as a dark fantasy epic about Geralt of Rivia, the monster hunter with a sword in each hand and a code stitched into his bones. While Geralt certainly anchors the narrative, what makes these five novels truly extraordinary is that they grow far beyond him. This is not only Geralt’s story. It is the story of Ciri, whose destiny binds her to the witcher in ways neither fully understands, and the story of Yennefer, whose fierce intelligence and complex heart […]
- [A Conversation with Michael Ironside](https://influxmagazine.com/a-conversation-with-michael-ironside/): Michael Ironside chats with INFLUX Magazine about his latest project by C. Rachel Katz “You got me on a good day,” he laughs. “I’m kind of verbose.” I’m sitting in my home office in Toronto, while Michael is somewhere on the road outside of Nashville, headed toward Baltimore. Baltimore? “As far as I know they’re doing a thirty year celebration for some of the people on the air base where we shot Top Gun,” he explains. “One of the [then] lieutenant commanders who is now, I think, a two star general, is retiring, so they’re having a little party. And […]
- [An Interview with Alexander DeSouza](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-alexander-desouza/): Alexander DeSouza, the filmmaker and editor behind HOLO, discusses his creative evolution, indie filmmaking challenges, and the pursuit of balance between art and ambition by Gordon Shelly Alexander DeSouza is a Canadian film and TV director, and editor. He has been working as an independent director and editor for nearly a decade. He first developed a love for filmmaking when he was a 12-year-old making home movies with family and friends. As he neared the end of his time in high school, DeSouza realized he could turn filmmaking into a career. He went on to earn his BFA in Film from […]
- [The Witcher Season 4 (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-witcher-season-4-2025-review/): The Witcher Season 4 is a bold, beautiful, and bloody rebirth! by Gordon Shelly The Witcher Season 4 marks a triumphant return to form, reinvigorating one of fantasy television’s most beloved modern sagas. While the conversation surrounding Liam Hemsworth’s debut as Geralt of Rivia was inevitable, the show wisely lets performance and story speak for themselves. Many comparisons will continue to surface between Hemsworth and Henry Cavill, but it is worth remembering that both actors are ultimately channeling a shared source: Doug Cockle’s iconic video game portrayal, which has defined Geralt’s gravelly cadence and weary charm for nearly two decades. […]
- [Greatest Hits: We Lost the time with Tony Hawk](https://influxmagazine.com/560/): This interview was originally scheduled for the print version of Influx Magazine; however, we stopped printing and this great interview was lost to the catacombs of time for a bit, but it’s back. Check it out, Tony Hawk: Tony on MTV, Missile Command, The Strokes and – of course — all things skate. By Kevin Brent Icon. Purist. Innovator. Father and husband. However you want to categorize Tony Hawk, he’ll find a way to do something else and do it better than anybody. That’s why Tony is unlike any personality the action sports world has ever seen – because it’s […]
- [The Running Man (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/the-running-man-review/): A Savage Chase Through a Broken Future: A Review of The Running Man Review by Rob Shields Stephen King’s The Running Man, originally published under his Richard Bachman pseudonym, remains one of the most arresting and propulsive dystopian thrillers of its era. Although the premise has been echoed in many later works of science fiction, the novel stands apart because of its sheer intensity, its gritty vision of social decay, and the desperate humanity beating beneath its violent surface. King wrote it quickly and with a raw edge, and that energy shows on every page. What begins as a simple […]
- [Examining Archetypes: The Hero's Journey](https://influxmagazine.com/examining-archetypes-the-heros-journey/): The Hero’s Journey: A Path Shared Across Time In this series, we will be looking closely at different archetypes. To kick things off, we will, of course start with the archetypal hero and the hero’s journey, through a study of Jaws, Star Wars, The Hunger Games, The Lord of the Rings, Beowulf, and The Odyssey. This article highlights key steps in the journey but the video goes into a much deeper breakdown. Read on, hero! And, for a more detailed analysis, watch the companion video. Every story, no matter how different in setting or style, shares a path that leads […]
- [Hidden Horror Worth Watching](https://influxmagazine.com/horror-hideaways-worth-watching/): 14 Horror Movies with Seeking Out or Rewatching! For no more than gits and shiggles and to be filed under the “not that your care” tab, here is a list of horror movies you have either forgotten, never seen, or have never heard of, that have entertained and influenced me to some degree! By no means do I put most of these on the “best of” or “greatest ever” list but they are well worth the viewing for the gore hound and horror enthusiast. In no particular order, here we go. The Burrowers (2008) Clancy Brown heads up the cast […]
- [Why Marvel and DC Burnout is Real](https://influxmagazine.com/marvel-dc-superhero-burnout/): The Age of the Superhero is Fading as Fans Experience Diminishing Returns within the Genre by Gordon Shelly For over a decade, Marvel and DC have dominated the box office with their superhero epics, shaping modern blockbuster cinema into a spectacle-driven, franchise-focused landscape. What began as an exhilarating era of interconnected universes and larger-than-life characters has now, for many fans, become a source of fatigue. Superhero burnout isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a reality, and it’s worth exploring why. The Rise and the Rut The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) burst onto the scene with Iron Man in 2008, revolutionizing the concept […]
- [Toxic Nostalgia: Star Wars Fandom](https://influxmagazine.com/toxic-nostalgia-star-wars-fans/): The Toxic Nostalgia of the Star Wars Franchise is an Unmatched Universe Few franchises in cinematic history have captured imaginations quite like Star Wars. When George Lucas released the original film in 1977, it was a revelation—a space opera that dazzled with groundbreaking effects, a stirring score, and a timeless tale of good versus evil. It was, as Lucas himself has stated, a story created primarily for children. Yet, as the franchise has grown into a cultural juggernaut, a darker side of fandom has emerged: toxic nostalgia. This phenomenon has not only weighed down the galaxy Lucas built but has […]
- [Holo (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/holo-2025-review/): Holo is a Sci-Fi Short That Shines with Emotional Clarity and Visual Precision by Jennifer Noonan From the outset, Holo presents a deceptively simple setup. Claire, played by Morgan Kohan, has lost her partner, Jared (Shane West) and approaches a mysterious corporation called Looking Glass Technologies to undergo a holographic face-to-face session with his digital manifestation. On the other side of the glass is Grey (Zelda Williams), an operator whose job is to orchestrate the encounter. What begins as a confrontation of past trauma quickly turns into a layered exploration of grief, agency, memory, and the blurred lines between technology and […]
- [Black Phone 2 (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/black-phone-2-2025-review/): Black Phone 2: A New Mask in the Slasher Pantheon by Gordon Shelly The Black Phone 2 takes the haunting premise of the first film and pushes it firmly into classic slasher territory. Where the original leaned into psychological horror and supernatural menace, this sequel embraces the full mythology of an unstoppable killer, recalling the immortal figures of Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Friday the 13th. The Grabber, once a terrifying but human figure, now stands alongside icons like Freddy Krueger and Michael Myers, an unkillable force haunting a new generation. The story picks up a few years […]
- [Megalodon Gulf (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/megalodon-gulf-review/): Chumming the Waters: A Solid, If Imperfect, Shark Thriller Review by Rob Shields Megalodon Gulf by Sam M. Phillips is one of those books that reminds you why giant shark stories are so addictive, even when they do not quite land every bite. It delivers a tense, seawater soaked adventure with enough blood in the water to satisfy creature feature fans, but it also slows down for long stretches of introspection and philosophy that will divide readers. This is a thriller that mostly works and has some strong moments, even if I often wanted more meg and less musing. The […]
- [Nobody 2 (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/nobody-2-2025-review/): Bob Odenkirk Brings the Mayhem Back by Gordon Shelly The first Nobody took audiences by surprise. Bob Odenkirk, best known for his sharp wit and everyman persona, reinvented himself as Hutch Mansell, a seemingly ordinary suburban husband who revealed himself to be a lethally efficient former government operative. It was equal parts tongue-in-cheek and bone-crunchingly brutal, fitting neatly into the John Wick mold while also giving Odenkirk a unique corner of the genre to call his own. Now with Nobody 2, directed by Timo Tjahjanto, Hutch is back, and he’s bloodier, brasher, and more comfortable than ever in his double […]
- [Beyond the Abyss Preview](https://influxmagazine.com/beyond-the-abyss-preview/): Indie Filmmakers Dive into Cosmic Horror with “Beyond the Abyss” Independent cinema has always been the proving ground for bold ideas, and the forthcoming feature film Beyond the Abyss is positioning itself to deliver a unique and chilling experience steeped in the dark imagination of H.P. Lovecraft. Developed by Koa Aloha Media, the film is now in the final stages of production and preparing to bring audiences face to face with the unimaginable terrors that lurk in the deep shadows of the cosmos. At its heart, Beyond the Abyss is a work of cosmic horror, a genre that focuses not […]
- [Alien: Earth (Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/alien-earth-review/): Alien: Earth reminds us why this franchise has endured, proving that terror, awe, and humanity still thrive at the edge of the unknown. by Ed B. Alien: Earth is a triumphant recalibration of the Alien saga, an ambitious, bold, and deeply satisfying addition that both honors the franchise’s past and charts a thrilling new course for its future. From the very first episode, it becomes abundantly clear that this is no mere spin-off or sidequel; it is a fully realized continuation, one that respects the original Alien movie’s DNA even as it expands its cosmos wide open. At its core, Alien: […]
- [The Toxic Avenger (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-toxic-avenger-review/): The Toxic Avenger is a glorious and gory reboot! by Ed B. Few cult films have a legacy as bizarre and enduring as The Toxic Avenger. Originally released in 1984 by Troma Entertainment, the low-budget splatter-comedy carved out a niche that combined slapstick absurdity with over-the-top gore. Nearly four decades later, director Macon Blair has stepped in to reboot the franchise for a new generation. The result is a movie that is both reverent to its trashy roots and surprisingly ambitious in scope. Starring Peter Dinklage in the title role, alongside Kevin Bacon, Elijah Wood, and Taylour Paige, this Toxic Avenger […]
- [Poker Face Season 2 (Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/poker-face-season-2-review/): Poker Face Season 2 is a stylish and fun throwback filled with murder, mystery, and mayhem by Ed B. When Poker Face debuted in 2023, it felt like a small miracle. At a time when streaming shows often prioritize heavy serialization and brooding darkness, Rian Johnson and Natasha Lyonne created something refreshingly different. The series was both contemporary and nostalgic, a weekly mystery show in the tradition of Columbo, Magnum P.I., and other classic detective dramas of the 70s and 80s. Season 2 continues that winning formula, offering up another ten episodes of quirky murders, colorful characters, and the irresistible presence […]
- [Doctor Doctor (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/doctor-doctor-2025-review/): Doctor Doctor is the kind of chaotic indie comedy that reminds you sometimes laughter is the best medicine. by Jennifer Noonan Stevan Lee Mraovitch emerges as a bold and unapologetically imaginative voice in indie comedy. A Columbia MFA graduate raised between New York and Paris with Taiwanese and Serbian heritage, he brings a multicultural lens and an appreciation for sharp-witted satire to his work. From his successful debut Holidays at All Cost, which earned both Jury and Audience Awards at the Austin Film Festival, Mraovitch has clearly carried forward a passion for amplifying the absurd to highlight human vulnerability. With […]
- [Almost Home (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/almost-home-2025-review/): Almost Home: Life After Incarceration is a powerful and empathetic look at life after prison by Nav Qateel There is an abundance of documentaries that follow the lives of men and women after serving time in one of the many purpose-built facilities across America. As a result, any filmmaker faces a real challenge in offering the audience something unique that stands out. Thankfully, director Bill Wisneski (Shattered Dreams) does just that, weaving together several emotional, intertwining stories and running with them. Wisneski creates one of the stronger entries in this genre, helped substantially by a memorable cast of real-life characters […]
- [Straight Through Crew (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/straight-through-crew-2025-review/): Straight Through Crew is a stylish and drug-fueled frenzy by Nav Qateel On Christmas Eve, a group of friends come together for a night of hardcore, drug-fueled partying. Written and directed by David Campion, the British indie Straight Through Crew feels like a stripped-down episode of Euphoria, only without the budget or scope, and expanded into a feature-length film. We follow Aden (Charles Craddosock) and his friends as they prepare for the big night, with Aden tasked with buying the drugs, an errand that quickly spirals into its own set of complications. Things are further disrupted by the unexpected arrival […]
- [An Interview with Kevin Kraft](https://influxmagazine.com/kevin-kraft/): Reel Ambition: Kevin Kraft’s Second Coming and Beyond by Gordon Shelly Filmmaker Kevin Kraft got his start in entertainment in 2006 working for The Howard Stern Show on SiriusXM in NYC. He has been writing screenplays since high school, been a part of the festival circuit, and worked in radio through his adult life. Kraft found it difficult to break out of radio and enter the world of filmmaking for many years. Then, he met a group of filmmakers who helped guide him and create the foundations for what would become his movie The Second Coming of John Cooper. INFLUX: […]
- [The Old Guard 2 (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-old-guard-2-review/): The Old Guard 2 is in need of some new tricks! by Ed B. When Gina Prince-Bythewood’s The Old Guard debuted in 2020, it felt like the rare comic book adaptation that wore its pulp credentials with a grin. Snappy banter, gory set pieces, and a surprisingly tender meditation on eternal life made the original more fun than it had any right to be. Five years later, Victoria Mahoney inherits the director’s chair and reassembles almost everyone for a second outing, but she forgets to pack the mischief that powered her predecessor. The Old Guard 2 is a handsomely mounted, competently acted […]
- [Seven Rivers: The Darkness (Horror Novel)](https://influxmagazine.com/seven-rivers-the-darkness-horror/): A Gripping New Supernatural Horror Series with Seven Rivers: The Darkness Available on eBook, paperback, and hardback! Acclaimed filmmaker and author B. Luciano Barsuglia is taking readers deep into a chilling world of psychological and supernatural terror with the release of Seven Rivers: The Darkness, the first entry in his new five-book series Seven Rivers: Tales of Supernatural Horror. The book officially launches July 1 and will be available in eBook, paperback, and hardback formats, with the next installments releasing every two months. The story follows Cora Acheron, who wakes in the mysterious Seven Rivers Recovery Center after a catastrophic […]
- [A Prayer for Owen Meany (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/aprayerforowen-meany-review/): The Extraordinary Faith of an Unforgettable Boy Review by Rob Shields A Prayer for Owen Meany is one of those rare novels that feels at once mystical, intimate, funny, and devastating. It is a book that invites you in gently, almost deceptively, before revealing itself as something far larger than a typical coming-of-age story. John Irving crafts a narrative that follows childhood friends John Wheelwright and Owen Meany across decades, shaping their identities, beliefs, and destinies with an emotional power that deepens page by page. The story lingers because it blends humor with heartbreak, doubt with conviction, and the ordinary […]
- [Pillars of the Earth (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/pillars-of-the-earth-review/): A Cathedral Built in Words: A Review of Pillars of the Earth Review by Rob Shields Ken Follett’s Pillars of the Earth remains one of the most ambitious, absorbing, and emotionally resonant works of historical fiction ever written. Each time I return to it, I am struck not only by its sheer narrative power but by how fully it transports the reader into the medieval world. This most recent revisit marks my fourth full read, and the experience has only reinforced my belief that it stands among the greatest novels written, contemporary or otherwise. I understand it is sometimes difficult […]
- [An Interview with Eduardo Cantón](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-eduardo-canton/): Eduardo Cantón is an indie filmmaker sharing human stories with his audience by Gordon Shelly Eduardo Cantón Torres is a Spanish filmmaker with roots in Mexico. He is now based in San Francisco. Cantón  comes from a family of novelists who were exiled during the Spanish Civil War. He feels storytelling has always been part of his life. Cantón studied communications and advertising in New York, worked with global brands like BMW, and he was nominated for the Blades Awards in the UK for industrial design. Over time, his true passion revealed itself to be filmmaking. Cantón tells human stories […]
- [28 Years Later (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/28-years-later-review/): 28 Years Later is a well-made, intense sequel, with its own story to tell by Ed B. 28 Years Later is a gripping and worthy successor to Danny Boyle’s original 28 Days Later, skillfully reconnecting with the tone and themes of that 2002 landmark while distancing itself from the more action-heavy 28 Weeks Later. It stands as a powerful, standalone story that captures the horror and human struggle of a world still haunted by the Rage virus. The story follows Jamie (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) and Spike (Alfie Williams). Spike is a sharp and resilient teenager on his first “hunt” with his father, […]
- [How to Train Your Dragon (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/how-to-train-your-dragon/): How to Train Your Dragon is a satisfying remake of a beloved animated classic by Ed B. Dean DeBlois returns to the world of How to Train Your Dragon with a bold and visually impressive live-action adaptation that, while not as emotionally resonant as the original animated trilogy, still delivers a heartfelt and visually thrilling experience. The transition from animation to live-action is handled with care and ambition. The dragons, especially Toothless, are rendered with breathtaking realism, blending seamlessly into the richly textured world of Berk. The film trades some of the whimsical charm of the original for a more grounded […]
- [Cry to Heaven (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/cry-to-heaven-review/): A Song of Pain and Beauty: Revisiting Anne Rice’s Cry to Heaven Review by Rob Shields Anne Rice’s Cry to Heaven stands as one of her most astonishing and overlooked achievements, a novel that proves how deeply she understood the human heart in all its contradictions. While she is often celebrated for her vampire chronicles or her gothic and supernatural works, it is this historical epic about the world of the Italian castrati that, for me, reveals Rice at her most fearless, most lyrical, and most humane. It is a controversial novel, tragic in its foundations, but also profoundly compassionate. […]
- [ApoKalypse (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/apokalypse-2025-review/): ApoKalypse is a no holds barred indie animated feature by Nav Qateel Passion project ApoKalypse was written and directed by Lutz Geiger and created over a three year period. The ultra-low budget feature animation is set almost entirely in a mall, offering some Dawn of the Dead vibes with some South Park style thrown in for good measure. Being a huge fan of animation, ApoKalypse appealed to me from the offset, especially since it is the style of animation that doesn’t mind poking fun at any and everyone, which Lutz appears to have set out to do, in a very […]
- [A Hard Place (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/a-hard-place-2025-review/): A Hard Place is a wild indie gorefest by Nav Qateel Written by Michael J. Epstein and director J. Horton, A Hard Place tells the story of a group of criminals trying to lay low after a botched heist, but instead, they stumble into the middle of a war between two monstrous factions. No one said being on the lam would be easy. Rarely have I seen a low-budget film with such a large ensemble cast. A Hard Place features a number of actors rivaling those in 1950s biblical epics like The Robe or Ben-Hur, many of whom get a […]
- [The White Lotus Seasons Ranked and Reviewed](https://influxmagazine.com/white-lotus-season-review-1-2-3/): The White Lotus cements itself as a powerful social critique on the human condition by Ed B. The White Lotus – Seasons 1–3 Review After three complete seasons, The White Lotus has cemented itself not just as a prestige drama, but as an intricate, often haunting anthology of social critique and human frailty. It thrives at the intersection of satire and psychological drama, somewhere between The Twilight Zone‘s moral parables and the layered, ensemble storytelling of Robert Altman. Across each season, creator Mike White dissects wealth, privilege, and desire with surgical precision—balancing biting humor, existential dread, and unexpected poignancy. Each season […]
- [Making a Case for Game of Thrones Season 8](https://influxmagazine.com/toxic-nostalgia-game-of-thrones/): Game of Thrones, Season 8 Presents (Mostly) Satisfying Character Outcomes, and Does Justice to the Overall Story, Despite Uneven Pacing Here at INFLUX, we often discuss “toxic nostalgia” as we have done with Star Wars and The Crow franchises among others. But it is not just nostalgia, it’s fandom.  Toxic fandom is real, and it damages the legacy of beloved franchises. The word fan, is short for fanatic. Oxford Languages defines fanatic as a person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal. That means a fan is singularly focused on whatever it is they are obsessing over. When we hear the […]
- [An Interview with J. Horton](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-j-horton/): This is J. Horton — a prolific indie filmmaker who loves what he does and he doesn’t plan on slowing down! by Gordon Shelly J. Horton. is a filmmaker based out of Fort Wayne, Indiana who has been working in the world of indie film since 2005. In recent years, he has been focusing on writing and directing creature features, but has a wide array of true crime and niche documentaries on his resume as well. Horton, who considers himself a lifelong learner, has also started a YouTube channel to share his journey and experiences with other filmmakers. His YouTube […]
- [The Wilde Girls (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-wilde-girls-2025-review/): The Wilde Girls has heart and humor that makes the journey worthwhile. by Gordon Shelly The Wilde Girls is a plucky indie comedy with plenty of heart, ambition, and a generous helping of green screen. Set in 1932, it follows two pampered sisters, Tinsley and Mattie Wilde, whose fortunes crash with the stock market. Forced to survive in the untamed wilderness of the Pacific Northwest, they exchange fur coats for muddy boots and learn a thing or two about resilience, their relationship with one another, and how to appreciate a life not driven by wealth and materialistic pursuits. Directed by […]
- [Missing Hearts (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/missing-hearts-2025-review/): Missing Hearts is an entertaining and touching indie by Nav Qateel Set on the Red Planet two-hundred years in the future, and with dust storms seriously effecting practically everything, astronaut Cassie crash lands and is forced to seek shelter. After contacting the rescue ship, Cassie comes across Hiru, a humanoid robot that has been desperate for companionship and someone to talk to. With Hiru happy to share his vast knowledge of the planet and Cassie more than willing to listen and learn, the pair clearly enjoy one another’s company leading to a pleasant friendship. Hiru has a fascinating back story […]
- [Diamond Reef (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/diamond-reef-review/): Beneath the Surface: A Review of Diamond Reef Review by Rob Shields Diamond Reef by Douglas Pratt is an energetic, fast-paced ocean adventure that delivers exactly what it promises: danger in the tropics, high-stakes mystery, and enough tension to keep readers eagerly turning pages. It is the kind of book that leans fully into its genre, embracing the thrill of deep-sea exploration while weaving a plot that touches on greed, ambition, and the inevitable peril that follows. While not a perfect novel, Diamond Reef succeeds by being exciting, accessible, and consistently engaging, striking a balance between character-driven drama and pure […]
- [An Interview with Christan van Slyke](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-christan-van-slyke/): Christan van Slyke is a multi-award winning writer on the verge of striking Hollywood gold! by Gordon Shelly Next up in our continuing series spotlighting members of the Independent Filmmakers Guild of America (IFGA) is acclaimed screenwriter Christan Van Slyke. Christan is a multi-international award-winning, multi-optioned American screenwriter, proudly born, raised, and based in Texas, and she’s a mom, too! Since stepping into the industry in 2008, she’s worn many hats across a variety of production teams, bringing a deep, hands-on understanding of filmmaking to her writing. In 2010, she earned her Master Screenwriting Certification, and since then, her scripts […]
- [Assassin's Creed Shadows (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/assassins-creed-shadows-review/): Assassin’s Creed Shadows is another well-made entry into a consistently enjoyable and rewarding franchise Assassin’s Creed Shadows is a vibrant and exciting entry into the long-running franchise. Set against the stunning backdrop of feudal Japan, the game draws players into a world rich with historical detail and atmosphere. As always with Ubisoft’s historical settings, the environment feels alive and immersive, offering players an incredible sense of place that enhances every moment of the experience. The storylines of the two protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke, are at the heart of the game’s success. While neither character quite reaches the iconic heights of some […]
- [Dead Space 3: A Retrospective Playthrough](https://influxmagazine.com/dead-space-3/): Dead Space 3: A Retrospective Look at a Thrilling Masterpiece and a Relentless, Adrenaline-fueled Heart Attack It has been over a decade since Dead Space 3 first terrorized players with its relentless action, eerie atmosphere, and gripping storytelling. Though it received mixed reviews upon release, time has been kind to this sci-fi survival horror gem. Revisiting Dead Space 3 in 2025 reveals an intense, heart-pounding experience that remains unforgettable, showcasing a game that deserves its place in the pantheon of great survival horror titles—and perhaps even a remake akin to the one the original Dead Space received. A Recap of […]
- [Contra (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/contra-2025-review/): Contra is an entertaining ode to 80’s action and 8-bit video games! by Nav Qateel Based on the 1987 game of the same name, the short film Contra attempts to recreate the look and feel of the old 8-bit side scroller video game, and mostly succeeds. Written and directed by Bradford Jackson, Contra immediately grabs your attention as it opens on two toy soldiers that are suspiciously similar to the game characters, that proceed to be run over by a jeep. The jeep is being driven by a grisly colonel who asks our two patriotic heroes to face some unnamed […]
- [Staycation (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/staycation-2025-review/): Staycation is a pandemic-era comedy/thriller that hits its mark by Nav Qateel The fairly recent Covid Pandemic was rich with potential ideas for filmmakers to get creative over, and provide a wealth of material for them to get their teeth into, and I had always pictured things like horror or thrillers and the like to be tapped for decent entertainment. Comedy sci-fi horror Staycation has gone a different route with a mix of ideas that center around showing the story develop through social media rather than primarily through a standard camera lens. If you’ve seen the excellent horror movie Unfriended […]
- [INFLUX Film Awards Season 20](https://influxmagazine.com/influx-film-awards-season-20/): Season 20 of the INFLUX Film Awards was a breathtaking celebration of global cinematic excellence, uniting visionary talent from every corner of the world. This year’s lineup of films and screenplays shattered creative barriers, redefining storytelling with bold innovation and artistic depth. From groundbreaking feature films and thought-provoking documentaries to mesmerizing shorts and masterfully crafted scripts, the competition was nothing short of extraordinary. The caliber of entries made the selection process both exhilarating and immensely challenging, each work a testament to the boundless power of cinema. As we honor this year’s exceptional winners, we also pay tribute to the passion, ingenuity, […]
- [20th SoCal Film Awards Winners](https://influxmagazine.com/socal-film-awards-season-20/): 20th SoCal Film Awards Honors Excellence in Independent Filmmaking The SoCal Film Awards proudly celebrated its milestone 20th season by honoring a diverse slate of exceptional independent filmmakers and screenwriters from around the globe. The event has evolved into a globally recognized platform for emerging and established creatives alike. With a rich history of showcasing future stars and cinematic innovators, the rebranded SoCal Film Awards continues to uphold its legacy of championing artistic vision and storytelling. This season, the festival highlighted standout projects across a wide range of genres and formats, recognizing excellence with Diamond Awards, Awards of Excellence, and […]
- [The Gorge (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-gorge-2025-review/): The Gorge is a mixed-genre, bag of fun as long as viewers don’t look too deep by Nav Qateel Released on Apple TV and directed by Scott Derrickson, The Gorge is a mishmash of a movie that certainly had a few identity problems, but heck did I thoroughly enjoy the experience. It attempted to be almost every genre of film imaginable, and for confirmation take a look at The Gorge IMDb page as it lists eight genres for the streamer no less, however there was enough silly charm on display that I was easily able to overlook this and simply […]
- [Captain America: Brave New World (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/captain-america-brave-new-world-2025-review/): Captain America: Brave New World is a Box Office Giant, But a Creative Lightweight by Gordon Shelly The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continues its post-Endgame journey with Captain America: Brave New World, directed by Julius Onah. This latest installment places Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson at the forefront as the new Captain America, while Harrison Ford steps into the role of President Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross. Despite a successful opening weekend, raking in an impressive $88.5 million domestically and $180 million worldwide, the film itself struggles to leave a lasting impact. It’s yet another visually polished, action-heavy MCU entry that prioritizes spectacle […]
- [Companion (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/companion-2025-review/): Companion is a futuristic sci-fi thriller that will keep viewers guessing by Nav Qateel Firstly, this is a spoiler free review, and I would stress that the trailer should be avoided for maximum enjoyment of this sci-fi thriller. Perhaps not quite in the same way that learning Bruce Willis’s character was actually a “dead people,” (couldn’t help myself!) but learning the story at the same time as the characters gives the reveals extra impact. Unfortunately the poster gives one important fact away, but ultimately the characters have been so well written that you’ll soon forget, and even if you don’t […]
- [Is Batman a Superhero?](https://influxmagazine.com/pitstop-review-is-batman-a-superhero/): Pitstop Review: Is Batman a Superhero? Checkout our latest Pitstop Review addressing the difficult question as to whether or not Batman is actually a superhero or just a gadget guy.
- [Thirst Trap (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/thirsttrap-2025-review/): Thirst Trap is a sinister and unsettling indie film that pushes the limits of viewer discomfort by Nav Qateel A number of years ago I reviewed a movie by Japanese auteur Hisayasu Satô, titled Hana-Dama: The Origins, and was a film that left an indelible mark on my psyche. It contained extremely odd sex scenes with a script and direction that felt almost experimental, and while there were definitely parallels that one could draw here, this unusual effort never quite reached the utter madness of Satô’s whacky affair—thankfully. According to Google a “thirst trap” refers to a social media post […]
- [An Interview with Bob Freville](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-bob-freville/): Bob Freville talks about his film Thirst Trap and his life as a filmmaker by Gordon Shelly Bob Freville is the writer and director of the film Thirst Trap (reviewed here), which we have just reviewed as well. In his own words, he has been “a citizen journalist, a music critic, one half of a noise rock band called Steven, a part-time tool salesman, a telemarketer, a SEO writer, an office manager, [and] a gutter poet. His first feature film, Hemo, was released by Troma in 2012, and he has worked on movies like The Slasher, and The Deep Ones, among others. Freville has […]
- [The Great Gatsby (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/thegreatgatsby-review/): The Glittering Surface and Hollow Center of an American Classic Review by Rob Shields The Great Gatsby is often held up as one of the defining achievements of American literature, a novel that helped shape the modern literary landscape when it was published in 1925. Its reputation precedes it in nearly every academic setting, and it has become a staple in classrooms, reading lists, and cultural discussions about wealth, identity, and the ever-elusive American Dream. Yet even while I fully understand and respect its importance in the evolution of American fiction, especially during a period when writers were still exploring […]
- [Sniper Elite: Resistance (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/niper-elite-resistance-review/): Sniper Elite: Resistance — A Fresh Hero, Same Great Action For fans of the long-running Sniper Elite franchise, the newest installment, Sniper Elite: Resistance, delivers exactly what they crave—tactical stealth gameplay, breathtaking sniper shots, and the visceral satisfaction of taking down Nazis one bullet at a time. However, this time, there’s a twist: Karl Fairburne, the series’ longtime protagonist, is nowhere to be found. Instead, players step into the boots of a new hero—Harry Hawker. While this change might seem jarring at first, rest assured, Hawker is every bit the skilled marksman and ruthless tactician that fans of the franchise […]
- [The Tell-Tale Heart](https://influxmagazine.com/the-tell-tale-heart/): The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe This dark tale from the father of gothic horror, was first published  in 1843. This haunting story is a tale of madness and paranoia.  True! — nervous — very, very dreadfully nervous I had been and am; but why will you say that I am mad? The disease had sharpened my senses — not destroyed — not dulled them. Above all was the sense of hearing acute. I heard all things in the heaven and in the earth. I heard many things in hell. How, then, am I mad? Hearken! and observe how […]
- [Flight Risk (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/fligt-risk-review/): A Ridiculous Bald Cap Can’t Keep Flight Risk From Crashing and Burning by Jennifer Noonan Mel Gibson’s Flight Risk is a movie that crashes and burns in spectacular fashion, earning its place as one of the year’s most disappointing early efforts. Billed as a high-octane action-thriller, the film instead nosedives into mediocrity, weighed down by a clunky script, uneven direction, and an identity crisis that leaves the audience questioning what, if anything, this movie set out to accomplish. At its core, Flight Risk boasts a premise with potential. The story follows a disgraced U.S. Marshal (Michelle Dockery) a slimy fugitive […]
- [Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle-review/): Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: A Nostalgic Thrill Ride That Puts You in the Fedora Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is the ultimate love letter to fans of the iconic franchise. Developed by Bethesda and MachineGames, this action-adventure game plunges players into the thrilling, artifact-laden world of Dr. Henry “Indiana” Jones, delivering a wonderful sense of nostalgia while offering fresh adventures. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Raiders of the Lost Ark or a newcomer to the series, The Great Circle is an experience worth embarking on. A Prologue Straight Out of Film History The game wastes no […]
- [Hamlet on Trial: Victim or Villain?](https://influxmagazine.com/hamlet-on-trial/): Hamlet: Villain or Victim? A Fresh Examination of the Prince of Denmark In the centuries since Hamlet first graced the stage, William Shakespeare’s titular character has often been praised as a tragic hero—a figure driven by grief, revenge, and moral struggle. However, a modern reevaluation of the evidence presented in Shakespeare’s text invites us to see Hamlet in a much darker light: as a manipulative, calculating, and remorseless killer. Through this analysis, we’ll examine Hamlet’s alleged crimes, motivations, and mental state to determine whether the Prince of Denmark should be viewed not as a tragic victim of circumstance, but as […]
- [Stockton to Table Rock (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/stockton-to-table-rock-2025-review/): Stockton to Table Rock is a thought-provoking indie film that needs to be seen by Nav Qateel Coming-of-age drama Stockton to Table Rock covers the unhealthy relationship between mother, Shelly, and daughter, Rori. Shelly deals with minor health issues, alcoholism and a less than ideal social life, with Rori about to graduate while navigating high school as a traumatized young gay woman. Written by Zoë Kelly, with additional writing from Chuck Norton and director Elliot Norton, Stockton to Table Rock is a poignant and thought-provoking tale that covers important topics that most people can relate to in some manner. Rori, […]
- [Hobby Hustle (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/hobby-hustle-2025-review/): Hobby Hustle reveals the passion and stakes of card collecting by Nav Qateel A documentary by Michael Dault, Hobby Hustle follows three characters that are linked through the hobby of sport card collecting. This hobby, to my surprise, sees some cards go for as high as over twelve million dollars, but that’s for the rarest of the rare. It also attracts the criminal element, which documentarian Dault also covers here. The first person we’re introduced to is nineteen-year-old Luke Kooy, who is about to start a business trading in sports cards. Along with his dad, Luke also has a YouTube […]
- [October's Eyes (Full Movie)](https://influxmagazine.com/octobers-eyes/): October’s Eyes – watch the award-winning short film right here! October and April have a whirlwind romance but one of them has a dark, deadly secret. October’s Eyes is a 23-minute, multi-award winning short film, created and produced by Shawn Ness. October’s Eyes has won 16 awards including 2 LGBTQIA2S+ film awards.  
- [The Stone Drew Ripples (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-stone-drew-ripples-2025-review/): The Stone Drew Ripples is a riveting Drama from Nigerian filmmaker, Orimz by Nav Qateel From Nigerian filmmaker Damilola Orimogunje, credited as Orimz, The Stone Drew Ripples is a film unlike anything I’ve seen in quite some time. Set in his native Nigeria, Orimz crafts a drama that starts off like many dramas that have come before, then the third act turns into something that could be mistaken for an episode of Black Mirror, which was a refreshing change, although it left me feeling gut punched, but in a good way. A middle-class family is thrown into turmoil when their […]
- [Den of Thieves 2: Pantera (2025) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/den-of-thieves-2-pantera-2025-review/): Den of Thieves 2: Pantera is a joyride of over-the-top absurdity by Gordon Shelly There is a certain art to embracing absurdity, a quality that defines the pure, unadulterated joy of Den of Thieves 2: Pantera. Directed by Christian Gudegast, this sequel to the 2018 gritty heist thriller trades in the detailed realism and careful plotting of its predecessor for a reckless dive into over-the-top mayhem. And what a dive it is. By gleefully shedding logic, coherence, and even the faintest shred of plausibility, Pantera emerges as a gloriously unhinged buddy heist extravaganza that demands you surrender to its delirious […]
- [An Interview with Tom Michaels](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-tom-michaels/): USC Graduate, Tom Michaels, is Making Waves as a Filmmaker by Gordon Shelly Tom Michaels is an award-winning filmmaker and a graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts. His two short films have found success on the festival circuit, and he strives for more, much more. With Clint Eastwood as one of his idols, it is no surprise that filmmaker Tom Michaels resides in Carmel-by-the-Sea, the central California city where Eastwood once served as mayor! Taking some time out of his busy schedule, Tom Michaels gave INFLUX Magazine a chance to get to know him better. INFLUX: What are […]
- [Pitstop Review: Gladiator](https://influxmagazine.com/pitstop-gladiator/): Pitstop Review: Gladiator Checkout our latest Pitstop Review where two guys simply discuss the merits of Gladiator.
- [Pitstop Review: The Godfather](https://influxmagazine.com/pitstop-review-the-godfather/): Pitstop Review: Is The Godfather the greatest movie ever made? Checkout our latest Pitstop Review discussing whether or not is the greatest movie ever made.
- [Nosferatu (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/nosferatu-2024-review/): Nosferatu is Robert Eggers’ filmmaking masterclass in… well, everything! by Gordon Shelly Robert Eggers has carved out a niche in modern cinema as a master of atmosphere and visual storytelling, a reputation cemented by his previous works like “The Witch,” “The Lighthouse,” and “The Northman.” With “Nosferatu,” Eggers builds on his signature aesthetic, blending meticulous historical detail with a surreal, otherworldly quality that immerses viewers in his dark visions. His ability to create a tangible sense of place and time, while weaving in the macabre and mystical, is unparalleled. Whether you admire or critique his style, there’s no denying that […]
- [Dexter: Original Sin (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/dexter-original-sin-2024-review/): Dexter: Original Sin is the prequel we didn’t know we needed! by Nav Qateel The new show from Showtime, with the same showrunner who ran the series the first time around, has knocked it clean out of the park with the prequel Dexter: Original Sin, a show I didn’t know I wanted and hadn’t even heard about until the day it was released. As an avid reader of Dexter creator Jeff Lindsey’s works, I happily devoured the first series featuring the cuddly serial killer, Dexter Morgan. It had a fantastic premise that, while roughly seen in Silence of the Lambs, […]
- [FromSoftware's Unmatched Legacy](https://influxmagazine.com/fromsoftware-unmatched/): FromSoftware is an unmatched game developer with a legacy of excellence by Nav Qateel I would argue that the Japanese company FromSoftware makes the best games I’ve ever played, and I’m not alone in this belief. FromSoftware Inc., founded in Tokyo back in 1986 as a business app developer, launched its first game for the PlayStation 1. Titled King’s Field, this 1994 RPG paved the way for two iconic series by FromSoftware: Armored Core and Dark Souls. What separates FromSoftware from other game developers is that they unapologetically create games that are extremely tough but reasonably so, provided you’re prepared to put in the […]
- [Gladiator II (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/gladiator-2-2024-review/): Gladiator 2 proves to be an underwhelming sequel by Nav Qateel Gladiator 2 was a movie I wasn’t particularly excited about, even though the original Gladiator from back in 2000 was a film I enjoyed immensely. Russell Crowe led a fantastic cast, with almost every character being memorable thanks to performances that still mesmerize to this day. Practically everything that made the first Gladiator such a success appears to be missing in the 2024 release. The main character, Lucius, played by Paul Mescal (All of Us Strangers), along with his archer wife, is forced to defend their city when Roman soldiers attack. Led by General […]
- [John Dies at the End (Book Review)](https://influxmagazine.com/john-dies-at-the-end-review/): A Wild, Twisted, and Darkly Hilarious Descent into the Absurd Review by Rob Shields John Dies at the End by David Wong is one of those rare books that defies easy classification, not because it tries too hard to be experimental, but because its very DNA seems forged from chaos, invention, and a gleeful disregard for convention. It is horror. It is comedy. It is science fiction. It is a slacker buddy story. It is a fever dream delivered with a shrug and a smirk. And somehow, despite all these swirling layers, it works astonishingly well. If I recall correctly, […]
- [Wicked (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/wicked-2024-review/): Wicked exceeds expectations in the Wonderful World of Oz by Gordon Shelly When the announcement of Wicked as a feature film broke, skepticism was the prevailing sentiment. A beloved Broadway juggernaut, many feared it would suffer the same fate as other stage-to-screen adaptations, stumbling under the weight of high expectations and misaligned creative vision. However, under Jon M. Chu’s masterful direction, Wicked not only meets but thoroughly exceeds all expectations, creating a cinematic marvel that captures the heart of its source material while elevating it into something entirely its own. From the opening frame, it’s clear that Wicked is a […]
- [Amends of the Father (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/amends-of-the-father-2024-review/): Amends of the Father explores the price of pursuing fame by Nav Qateel Short film is the ideal medium for telling stories of a personal nature, among other things. For example, if you’ve lived a life that you feel others would find interesting, then you get to tell your tale, hoping it resonates with the audience. Amends of the Father feels very much like a passion project, where writer/director Stephen Sorrentino gets to incorporate his music and music videos from the eighties, into a forty-five-minute short. Amends of the Father is part critique of the excesses of yesteryears rock stars, […]
- [No Way, Not Today: Revenge of the Nerds](https://influxmagazine.com/no-way-not-today-revenge-of-the-nerds/): Revenge of the Nerds: An 80’s Comedy Classic that is Cringeworthy in Today’s World When Revenge of the Nerds hit theaters in 1984, it was seen as a triumph for the underdogs. The film tapped into an emerging cultural shift, allowing nerds, frequently bullied and marginalized, to strike back against the jocks, the stereotypical “bad guys.”   Audiences loved it; it was a comedy that empowered the weak to stand up against their tormentors and revel in payback. But watching Revenge of the Nerds through a modern lens reveals a wildly different picture, and the film’s jokes and storylines don’t […]
- [Terrifier 3 (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/terrifier3-2024-review/): Terrifier 3 is an over-the-top gorefest dominating the box office by Gordon Shelly In an unexpected twist for the horror genre, Terrifier 3 has stormed the box office, surpassing all projections to become one of the year’s surprise hits. Despite its lean storytelling and unapologetic gore, the film has struck a chord with audiences, packing theaters with hardcore horror fans eager to see Art the Clown’s latest mayhem. Filmmaker Damien Leone knew exactly who he was creating this movie for, and with Terrifier 3, he delivers precisely what his audience craves. There’s no pretense here—just the blood-drenched carnival of horrors […]
- [Enter the Room (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/enter-the-room-2024-review/): Enter the Room is a short, well-crafted thriller from Harry Waldman by Nav Qateel The short mystery thriller, Enter the Room, examines mental illness and loneliness in its compact fifteen-minute run time. I’ll admit, I tend to expect a bit less from shorts that tend to have money constraints, etc.; however, Enter the Room, directed by Harry Waldman, no stranger to filmmaking, is gripping from the onset and clearly crafted with a love of the art and skilled hands. With remarkably convincing acting from the two main stars, Rich Holton (Alex/October 2022) and Peter Mastne (Transformation 2023), playing brothers Jeremy […]
- [An Interview with Bryan Huynh](https://influxmagazine.com/interview-bryan-huynh/): Bryan Huynh is a writer and filmmaker making things happen his way by Gordon Shelly Bryan Huynh majored in English, but after graduating college, he longed to go into entertainment. However, as can happen in life, he went in a different direction and entered the field of technology. His current role in IT at a Fortune 500 defense contractor, has Huynh finding parallels with his goals as a filmmaker and writer. Both require planning, organizational skills, and an attention to detail — skills in which he feels he would “get lost” without. While Huynh has seen himself as a filmmaker […]
- [The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/the-lincoln-lawyer-season-3-2024-review/): The Lincoln Lawyer Season 3 is a gripping legal drama that knows what it does best by Ed Blackadder The Lincoln Lawyer returns with a third season that has fans hooked from the start, delivering another high-stakes case that sees Mickey Haller (Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) back in action defending a new client, Julian La Cosse (Devon Graye)—a digital-age pimp caught in a murky murder charge that’s as sensational as it is complex. True to form, Mickey dives headfirst into defending his client’s innocence, thrust into a web of dirty cops, drug cartels, and high-profile scandal that makes for a thrilling season. Manuel […]
- [Devil's Knight (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/devils-knight-2024-review/): Sword and Sorcery Run Amok in Devil’s Knight by Nav Qateel Directed by Adam Werth, period horror Devil’s Knight takes us to a land where monsters terrorize the people and knights adorned in fine armor serve their regents. Co-written by Werth and Victor V. Gelsimino, with the latter also playing the part of mercenary Renzo, we’re presented with a group of traveling companions sharing a campfire while tales are told of brave exploits. A one-eyed stranger arrives and begins to tell the story of King Samuel and his monster troubles. The wonderfully named Bone Devil, a beast that can fly […]
- [Tulsa King Season 2 (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/tulsa-king-season-2-2024-review/): Tulsa King Season 2 is a Wild Ride with Gangsters, Wind Farms, and Deception by Ed Blackadder Sylvester Stallone returns as Dwight “The General” Manfredi in the second season of Tulsa King, bringing more charm, swagger, and grit to the gangster drama that has become a surprise hit. Season 2 ups the ante in every way, introducing new villains, more complex schemes, and expanding the scope of Dwight’s burgeoning Oklahoma empire. While the show’s believability sometimes takes a backseat to its over-the-top antics, Tulsa King never loses sight of what makes it so entertaining: its blend of humor, action, and colorful […]
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- [INFLUX Film Awards Season 19](https://influxmagazine.com/influx-film-awards-season-19/): Season 19 of the INFLUX Film Awards brought together an extraordinary array of talent from across the globe, showcasing films and screenplays that pushed creative boundaries and explored new storytelling horizons. From groundbreaking features to thought-provoking documentaries, captivating shorts, and masterfully written scripts, the competition was fierce, making the task of selecting winners both thrilling and incredibly challenging. Every entry was a testament to the power of cinematic artistry, and it was an honor to witness such diverse and innovative work. As we unveil this year’s honorees, we celebrate not only their achievements but also the collective passion and vision […]
- [A Little Family Drama (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/a-little-family-drama-2024-review/): A Little Family Drama is a wonderfully crafted independent film from director Nadia Zoe by Gordon Shelly “A Little Family Drama” is a heartwarming dramedy about three generations of the Mexican American Sepulveda family in the days leading up to their annual family reunion. Anselma (Alma Martinez) is the family matriarch, and with her children, Victoria (Romi Davis) and Matias (Ramon O. Torres), she runs a family-owned restaurant. However, much has changed since the recent passing of Anselma’s husband. Anselma, Victoria, and Matias have different ideas about the restaurant and the direction of their lives as they navigate their new […]
- [Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-2024-review/): Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a sequel we may not have needed, but I’m glad we got it! by Rollo Tomassi Tim Burton has returned to his whimsical, gothic roots with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a sequel that not only captures the magic of the 1988 original but amplifies it in the most delightful ways. With Danny Elfman’s signature score guiding us back into this quirky, supernatural world, Burton crafts a movie that feels fresh while paying homage to the darkly comedic spirit that made Beetlejuice an instant cult classic. From the first mischievous notes to the last ghoulish grin, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a riotous, […]
- [Alien: Romulus (2024) Review](https://influxmagazine.com/alien-romulus-2024-review/): Alien: Romulus is a familiar and satisfying journey into the Alien-verse by Rollo Tomassi Alien: Romulus, directed by Fede Alvarez, is a nostalgic return to the roots of the Alien franchise, evoking the blue-collar, gritty realism of Ridley Scott’s 1979 original. Much like the ill-fated crew of the Nostromo, this time we follow a group of space workers led by Cailee Spaeny’s Rain. These characters aren’t soldiers or scientists; they’re ordinary people thrown into extraordinary circumstances. As they encounter face-huggers and xenomorphs aboard a derelict ship, the film masterfully taps into the claustrophobic terror that made the first Alien so effective. […]

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