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Dumb Money: Betting Against the House... and Winning.

Stephen Yanni

Sep 23
2 min

Dumb Money: Betting Against the House... and Winning.

"Dumb Money" is an audacious exploration of the GameStop stock phenomenon of January 2021.

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Stephen Yanni

Sep 17
2 min

The Nun II - Reawakening Evil

A welcomed continuation of a story that, while familiar to fans of the Conjuring Universe, still packs plenty of fresh haunts.

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Annabelle Comes Home - From Artifact Room to Silver Screen

Stephen Yanni

Sep 16
2 min

Annabelle Comes Home - From Artifact Room to Silver Screen

The film establishes emotional arcs, around themes of teenage responsibility and the angst of growing up, which adds a layer of depth.

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The Curse of La Llorona - A Mixed Echo of Fear and Folklore

Stephen Yanni

Sep 16
2 min

The Curse of La Llorona - A Mixed Echo of Fear and Folklore

"The Curse of La Llorona" brings to screen a rich tapestry of Mexican folklore.

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The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Defending the Damned: From Possession to Prosecution

Stephen Yanni

Sep 16
2 min

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - Defending the Damned: From Possession to Prosecution

The court accepts the existence of God every time a witness swears to tell the truth. It's about time they accept the existence of the Devil

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Stephen Yanni

Sep 15
2 min

Talk to Me - Low Budget, High Terror.

In an era where horror films rely on CGI, "Talk to Me" emerges from the shadows, and proves a compelling story can outshine a big budget.

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The Machine - From Viral Bit to Vengeful Mobsters

Stephen Yanni

Sep 9
1 min

The Machine - From Viral Bit to Vengeful Mobsters

A wild ride through the chaotic world of Bert Kreischer's younger days and the present repercussions of a night-turned-folklore.

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The Nun - Eerie Prayer in The Conjuring's Sacred Universe

Stephen Yanni

Sep 6
1 min

The Nun - Eerie Prayer in The Conjuring's Sacred Universe

Masterfully integrates its narrative with the overarching Conjuring lore, die-hard fans will appreciate the intricate connections.

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Annabelle: Creation - Out-Scares Its Predecessor - A Devilish Doll Returns

Stephen Yanni

Sep 4
2 min

Annabelle: Creation - Out-Scares Its Predecessor - A Devilish Doll Returns

Annabelle: Creation," defies norms by not just matching but surpassing its predecessor in terms of elements and storytelling.

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Stephen Yanni

Aug 20
2 min

Strays - Loyalty, Laughs, and a Whole Lot of Lowbrow.

A lot of crude humor, telling a tale of street-smart canines navigating the unforgiving world of city streets.

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Stephen Yanni

Aug 20
1 min

The Conjuring 2- Deja Boo

Director James Wan showcases his adeptness at creating tense sequences, but the sequel doesn’t quite match the intensity of its predecessor.

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The Last Voyage of the Demeter - A Sinking Ship with Little Emotional Impact

Stephen Yanni

Aug 13
2 min

The Last Voyage of the Demeter - A Sinking Ship with Little Emotional Impact

"The Last Voyage of the Demeter" sets sail on an intriguing premise, only to become lost in a sea of missed opportunities.

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Annabelle (2014) - A Mixed Bag of Horror

Stephen Yanni

Aug 12
2 min

Annabelle (2014) - A Mixed Bag of Horror

Positioned in the increasingly popular universe of Ed and Lorraine Warren’s paranormal investigations.

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The Conjuring - Celebrating and Suffering from Its Roots

Stephen Yanni

Aug 12
2 min

The Conjuring - Celebrating and Suffering from Its Roots

The eerie atmosphere Wan crafts one of the film's strongest assets, utilizing shadows, slow camera movements, and a haunting score.

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Stephen Yanni

Aug 9
1 min

Mafia Mamma - Where Comedy Meets Cliché

The film had all the makings of a runaway success. Unfortunately, the execution left much to be desired.

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Oppenheimer - A Cinematic Exploration of Science, Ethics, and War

Stephen Yanni

Jul 31
2 min

Oppenheimer - A Cinematic Exploration of Science, Ethics, and War

A portrayal that delves into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, giving viewers an intimate insight into the development of the atomic bomb.

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Stephen Yanni

Jul 24
2 min

Robots - Unplugging a Digital Dud

Having two of society's most self-centered personas chasing their robotic doppelgängers offers ripe material for satire or introspection.

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Dogma - Still Controversial, Still good.

Stephen Yanni

Jul 19
4 min

Dogma - Still Controversial, Still good.

Even after 24 years, "Dogma" continues to provoke intense debate and discussion, maintaining its controversial status in cinematic history.

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Beautiful Disaster - At the Crossroads of Drama and Mindless Fun

Stephen Yanni

Jul 8
2 min

Beautiful Disaster - At the Crossroads of Drama and Mindless Fun

A captivating, slightly predictable love story wrapped in the trappings of college life and underground boxing matchs.

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The Boogyman - A Poignant Haunt Marred by Familiar Tropes

Stephen Yanni

Jul 2
2 min

The Boogyman - A Poignant Haunt Marred by Familiar Tropes

Based on a short story by Stephen King, aims to intertwine horror and raw human emotions into a deeply layered narrative.

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