B-MOVIE OF THE MONTH - THE WILLIES (1990)

A BIG favorite around here, a total B-movie horror anthology classic. Sean Astin and his pals are sitting around a campfire and start to tell each other stories that grossly creep them out. After starting off with several short doosies, the two main stories follow - one about a monster inside the elementary school (with Kathleen Freeman & James Karen.) And the tour de force - the roughly 40 minute long Fly Boy story which is amazing and features a cameo by none other than Clu Gallager. Yes, this movie will certainly give you it's title, But it's does so in a such a fun and not taking ourselves too seriously way, you can't help but love The Willies. Streams on Tubi and is rated PG-13 so older kids will dig this one big time. 2.75 stars/2.75

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

REPOST WEEK! - KEVIN SPACEY IS A POT-SMOKING BURNT-OUT HOLLYWOOD PSYCHOLOGIST, A JADED THERAPIST TO THE STARS IN "SHRINK" (2009)

 

Merely a blip on most people's screens, this indie that premiered at Sundance stars Kevin Spacey in an excellent performance. The film's basically an interweaving characters drama with Spacey at the center as he tries to solve his own problems along with his patients. Most notable among the large supporting cast is Dallas Roberts as a neurotic talent agent. The only one that doesn't fit, strangely enough, is Robin Williams. He's not so much miscast in his role as he is just out of place with the other actors. Even the scenes with him and Spacey lack chemistry. 

Having grown up in the Hollywood Hills, I loved the scenery in this, there's some great spots including Griffith Park and the Hollywood Sign. 

If you're looking for a good indie, this one's worth checking out folks. 3.25 stars/5

Editor's note - as of 5/15/24, Shrink is available on Plex, Freevee, Roku and good ole Tubi

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