Weng Weng: The Pint-Sized Powerhouse in ‘The Impossible Kid’

“The Impossible Kid (of Kung-Fu)” is a 1982 Filipino action flick starring Weng Weng, the pint-sized dynamo with a knack for kicking ass and taking names. If you haven’t seen this gritty gem, let me paint a picture for you: it’s a riotous mash-up of action, comedy, and a fair dose of the absurd, all […]

Johnny Got His Gun: The Raw Agony of War

If you haven’t seen “Johnny Got His Gun”, you’re in for a trip through the dark side of human nature. Directed by Dalton Trumbo in 1971, this film isn’t your average war flick; it’s more like a punch to the gut wrapped in black-and-white misery. Based on Trumbo’s own novel, the movie tells the story […]

Bee-Girl Anitra Ford: Her Price Wasn’t Wrong, Bob

Invasion of the Bee Girls (re-released in 1981 as Graveyard Tramps) is a 1973 American science fiction film. The first film venture for writer Nicholas Meyer, it was directed by Denis Sanders and stars William Smith, Anitra Ford and Victoria Vetri. The premise of the movie is that a mad scientist (Ford) is using radiation-mutated bee serum to create an army of female beauties who seduce men […]

Ciao! Manhattan: The Glittery Trainwreck of Edie Sedgwick

Ciao! Manhattan is a film that’s as much a reflection of its time as it is a tragic symbol of one woman’s unraveling. Released in 1972, this experimental piece is as much an artifact of the 60s counterculture as it is a haunting portrait of Edie Sedgwick, a woman who glittered like a firework before […]

Blood Isn’t All They Suck: The Skinematic Charm of ‘Vampire Hookers’

Alright, buckle up, buttercups. We’re diving into the murky waters of 1970s cult cinema with a little gem called Vampire Hookers now streaming here online and on The SCREW Channel. Now, if you haven’t heard of it, don’t worry; you’re not alone. This flick is the kind of underground madness that only true aficionados of the bizarre […]

Desert Vixens and Dominance Abound in ‘Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!’

A cinematic gem from 1965, Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! is a thrilling dive into the provocative world of sexploitation cinema, now streaming on The SCREW Channel. Directed by the legendary Russ Meyer, this film pulsates with raw energy and unbridled sensuality, captivating audiences with its audacious portrayal of powerful female characters. In true Russ Meyer style, the […]

Kubrick’s Provocative Exploration of Desire — Lolita

Stanley Kubrick’s 1962 adaptation of Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita stands as a daring foray into the complexities of desire and societal mores. In Kubrick’s hands, Nabokov’s controversial novel emerges not merely as a scandalous tale of obsession, but as a profound exploration of the human condition. Kubrick, renowned for his meticulous craftsmanship and incisive storytelling, navigates the film […]

Exploring Psychedelic Frontiers: The Trippy ‘Love Statue LSD Experience’

Released in 1965, The Love Statue LSD Experience is a notable artifact of the psychedelic era, capturing the zeitgeist of the mid-1960s counterculture movement in America. Directed by Curt McDowell and starring Mark Ellinger, the film is an experimental journey into the mind-altering effects of LSD, presented through a surreal narrative. The film explores the experiences of […]

Pimpin’ and Punchlines in Iambic Pentameter

Released in 1975, Dolemite stands as a blaxploitation cult classic that embodies the era’s unique blend of gritty urban drama, outrageous humor, and unapologetic empowerment. Directed by D’Urville Martin and starring Rudy Ray Moore as the titular character, the film follows the larger-than-life exploits of Dolemite, a streetwise pimp and nightclub owner who seeks revenge on those […]

‘Psycho’ Boobies and Coppola’s Directorial Debut

There’s something inspiring in the fact that one of the greatest film directors of all-time started off doing “nudie cuties”… Two Puritan crusaders who are actually secret perverts rendezvous at a burlesque club on the Sunset Strip, with the intent of blowing it up. They hide a bomb that’s set to go off at midnight, […]