by Blaise Majkowski | Dec 18, 2017 | Articles, Blaise's Bad Movie Guide, Columns, Newsletter
The holidays are almost upon us, so I decided to curl up with my dog Sasha and watch a 1951 festive Christmas movie. Titled The Painted Hills, this western tells the story of two gold prospectors on the verge of striking it rich. Except that one gets a tad greedy and...
by Blaise Majkowski | Nov 20, 2017 | Articles, Blaise's Bad Movie Guide, Columns, Review
As I type this column, it is not yet Halloween, but by the time it sees print the holiday will be over. I’m still in a scary-movie mode, watching such fare as “Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein.” But maybe I should switch gears and see what’s available now on TV....
by Blaise Majkowski | Oct 23, 2017 | Articles, Blaise's Bad Movie Guide, Columns, Film, Newsletter, Review
I recently had the opportunity to visit the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem and view an exhibit by Kirk Hammett. “Kirk who?” you ask. Why, none other than the lead guitarist for the thrash metal band Metallica. Can’t say I was ever a fan, but Hammett’s collection on...
by Blaise Majkowski | Aug 28, 2017 | Articles, Blaise's Bad Movie Guide, Columns
Allll aboard! Welcome to the Trans-Siberian express. I hope your journey is a pleasant one. Try not to be bothered by the marauding yeti in the baggage department. A bit of background may be in order so you can properly appreciate your trip. Spanish director Eugenio...
by Blaise Majkowski | Jul 3, 2017 | Articles, Blaise's Bad Movie Guide, Columns, Film, Newsletter, Review
For Father’s Day, I was treated to a screening of the new Wonder Woman movie. My daughter summed it up well: It was better than good, but not great. What I cannot understand is the fever this movie has generated. Women-only showings? Were there any women-only showings...