A Midwestern Girl with Hollywood Dreams It was 1990, and the lights in that Ohio banquet hall were dim and ugly.Lorissa McComas, just 19, smiled like she meant it — nervous, maybe, but still standing. A petite brunette, big hazel eyes, legs like she used to dance ballet, which she did. She moved with grace, … Read More “Lorissa McComas – The Tragic Death of a B-Movie Queen” »
M. Night Shyamalan’s Trap is a refreshing entry in his career and I’ve enjoyed most of his movies. This time around, he forgoes the twists that have become his trademark and instead delivers a taut, suspenseful thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Josh Hartnett stars as Cooper, … Read More “Trap – M.Night Syamalan’s Story Without A Twist” »
Bud’s backstory is painted with the broad strokes of a man who has seen and experienced more than most. His rugged exterior is complemented by the hardened demeanor of someone who has navigated the rough and tumble of life, possibly linked to the world of biker gangs or the underbelly of society. The details of … Read More “Richard Poche as Bud in HERE LIES BUD” »
Katrina Sherwood stars as Jessica/Jess. Jess’s style is unapologetically bold and edgy, reflecting her fearless personality. She exudes a raw, unapologetic confidence, epitomized by the small black sign on her car dashboard that reads “Bitches Own” in cursive golden letters. However, beneath this tough exterior lies a complex individual shaped by a life of hardship … Read More “Katrina Sherwood as Jess in HERE LIES BUD” »
Mary Newman stars as Tess. In the dim, flickering light of the cheap hotel room, Tess stands as a figure of raw, unfiltered humanity. The room itself is a chaotic mess, an echo of the turmoil within her. The television lies shattered on the floor, its broken glass shimmering like a pool of fragmented dreams. … Read More “Mary Newman as Tess in HERE LIES BUD” »
Here Lies Bud is a gripping and intense thriller that plunges viewers into a nightmarish descent into chaos and terror. Set in the dimly lit confines of a cheap hotel room, the film opens with an unsettling scene: the room is in disarray, a television lies shattered on the floor, and a pool of dark … Read More “Here Lies Bud” »
Cliff Poche stars as the Grounds Keeper. It is with a solemn heart that I write this as my brother passed away on June 30th, 2024. It was sudden, unexpected and a shock. More on all of this later as I’m still processing the grief. The Grounds Keeper has an aura that matches the somber … Read More “Cliff Poche as the Grounds Keeper in DEATH WISHES” »
Bobbie Benjamin stars as Mia. Mia’s exterior exudes toughness, it is evident that the pain of losing Chloe cuts deeply into her core. In their tight-knit group, Mia is the physical and emotional backbone, someone who faces adversity head-on. Her outburst against death, shouting obscenities into the void, reflects her unyielding spirit and raw grief. … Read More “Bobbie Benjamin as Mia in DEATH WISHES” »
Chaney Belle stars as Yasmin. Yasmin is introduced in a moment of profound grief, sobbing uncontrollably at the funeral of her close friend, Chloe Miller. This initial portrayal sets the tone for her character: she is emotionally raw, fragile, and struggling to navigate the overwhelming sadness of loss. Her grief is palpable, and it is … Read More “Chaney Belle as Yasmin in DEATH WISHES” »
Anna DeRusso stars as Heather. In the graveyard, her polished appearance in funeral black contrasts starkly with the raw emotion etched on her face. As she wraps a comforting arm around Yasmin, it’s clear that Heather’s outer calm masks an inner storm. Oftentimes Heather’s assertiveness coming across as callousness, especially in moments of heightened tension. … Read More “Anna DeRusso as Heather in Death Wishes” »
