I had the privilege of chatting with the incredibly candid Ralph Bakshi for the 40th anniversary of his animated masterpiece.
Interview: Ralph Bakshi’s Epic Battle Over ‘The Lord of the Rings’
How ‘Child’s Play’ Overcame Internal Strife to Become a Horror Classic
My interview with CHILD'S PLAY creator Don Mancini, producer David Kirschner & director Tom Holland for the 30th anniversary of the horror classic.
‘Halloween’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
40 years after John Carpenter's HALLOWEEN scared the crap out of moviegoers, Michael Myers is back to terrorize Jamie Lee Curtis -- who's more than ready this time to take him on.
‘The Predator’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Shane Black returns to put his stamp on the PREDATOR franchise and the result is full of cinematic carnage.
Thick As A Brick: Ian Anderson Talks Jethro Tull, Salmon, and a Sequel 40 Years in the Making
My chat with the Jethro Tull frontman on creating the legendary THICK AS A BRICK and its follow-up, the sorry state of the music biz today -- and why he walked away from salmon farming.
Giant Robot Monster Mash: A Subgenre Appreciation
A collection of some of my favorites of the kaiju subgenre that served as inspiration for Guillermo del Toro's PACIFIC RIM.
Outer Space Belongs to 007: ‘Moonraker’ Lobby Cards
MOONRAKER has a bad reputation among many die-hard Bond fans. That being said, I simply love it.
The Nostalgia of Listening to the Original ‘Star Trek’ Soundtrack
I've also been listening to the wonderful symphonic soundtrack music for classic STAR TREK. It really takes you back.
William Shatner’s Surprising ‘Raw Nerve’ Confession
William Shatner is a tough nut to crack when it comes to his personal life, but opened up to me in this surprising STAR TREK interview.
William Friedkin Peels Back ‘The Exorcist,’ ‘Sorcerer,’ ‘French Connection’ & More
I spoke with the legendary director about the secrets behind some of his greatest cinematic masterpieces -- and what frightens the man who helmed one of the scariest films ever made.
One Ring to Rule Them All: Ralph Bakshi’s Animated ‘The Lord of the Rings’
An appreciation of Ralph Bakshi's animated THE LORD OF THE RINGS 40 years later, with vintage lobby cards and cool collectibles!
S*T*A*R Team: A Beloved ‘Star Wars’ Knockoff’s Origin & Rebirth
The origins of Ideal's S*T*A*R Team and how one toy company is giving the short-lived toy line new life.
Don’t Call Him Shirley: A Seat Next to ‘Airplane!’ Star Robert Hays
AIRPLANE! star Robert Hays shares fond memories of filming one of the greatest big-screen comedies ever made.
‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
It's a heist film, a love story, a coming-of-age flick, a mentor-protégé study -- and a blast.
A Few Bites with Terry Wolfinger, Mad Monster Artist
Celebrated Famous Monsters cover artist Terry Wolfinger talks about his formative years and reveals the secrets to his commercial art success.
‘A Quiet Place’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
A near-flawless horror-thriller bristling with intelligence, A QUIET PLACE crackles with tension.
‘Ready Player One’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Are a plethora of pop-culture references enough to keep audiences satisfied with Steven Spielberg's adaptation of READY PLAYER ONE?
Angry Red Planet: 6 Fun Mars Matinee Movies
Six cool, campy and questionable flicks that take place on the angry red planet, Mars.
‘Annihilation’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Natalie Portman's new Sci-Fi flick is a refreshingly cerebral thriller with intense visuals and even more intense questions.
Look Up! Look Out! Meteorite Movies!
I get a kick out of the meteor/asteroid disaster movie subgenre, so here are a few fave guilty pleasure picks of the deadly fireball variety.
Katee Sackhoff on ‘Galactica,’ ‘Riddick,’ & Putting a Bounty on Her Right Boob
Katee Sackhoff talks up BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, her mercenary turn in RIDDICK, her JAWS obsession -- and her first nude scene.
Malcolm McDowell Reflects on the Brilliance of ‘Time After Time’
My interview with Malcolm McDowell on TIME AFTER TIME and how making the Nicholas Meyer film changed his life.
Renny Harlin on His Cliffhanger Career and Stallone’s Fear of Heights
Director Renny Harlin gets candid about his rollercoaster career trajectory and the surprising challenge of filming CLIFFHANGER with Sylvester Stallone.
Famous Monsters & Aliens: A Chat with Rick Baker, Monster Maker
I first interviewed Rick Baker in 2012 for ET. He was happy to discuss his humble beginnings and love for Famous Monsters.
Bond on Bond on Bond: James Bond Actors Reveal Their Fave 007
All six 007 actors display their camaraderie and discuss the enduring nature of Ian Fleming's iconic creation.
Time to Disrupt the ‘Star Wars’ Franchise
With fans sharply polarized over THE LAST JEDI, does the STAR WARS franchise need to change?
‘The Last Jedi’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
THE LAST JEDI is an unapologetic hybrid of key thematic elements from The Original Trilogy in new packaging, and that’s either good or bad depending on how you look at STAR WARS movies these days.
Thrill at These ‘Empire Strikes Back’ Lobby Cards from 1980
A healthy helping of EMPIRE to help you stoke the fires of your STAR WARS nostalgia.
‘The Shape of Water’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Is this Guillermo del Toro's best film yet? How deep does it get? Dive in and find out...
‘Justice League’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Big-screen super friends Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, and Cyborg team up to save the world. Was it worth the wait?
