John Hansen

Family Plot

‘Family Plot’ (1976) is a diamond to close Hitchcock’s career

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Barbara Harris, Bruce Dern and William Devane are a blast to watch in this thriller about dual criminal couples.

According to Greta

According to me, ‘According to Greta’ (2009) is Duff’s best film

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): A stellar supporting cast helps make this into a heartfelt movie about a teen with mental health issues.

Monarch Legacy of Monsters

‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ expands Godzilla lore

TV review: If you want more than just monsters from your “Godzilla” stories, “Monarch” adds a substantial dose of humanity. Plus monsters.

Spellbound

Mix of romance, psychology, mystery leaves a viewer ‘Spellbound’ (1945)

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): The chemistry of Bergman and Peck propels this early filmic exploration of the human mind.

Mr. and Mrs. Smith

‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ (1941) should break up over being unfunny

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Hitchcock is the Master of Suspense, but this stultifying piece of evidence suggests he’s not the Master of Comedy.

Kolchak Monsters Among Us

‘Kolchak’ mixes with zombies, Frankenstein in ‘Monsters Among Us!’ (2009)

‘Kolchak’ flashback (Comic book review): The monsters are classic and Kolchak is also in vintage form in this solid Moonstone collection of two tales.

Sydney White

‘Sydney White’ (2007) is a little dopey, but mostly cute

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): This Amanda Bynes vehicle is a likeable light comedy, but it squanders potential to be better.

The 39 Steps

‘The 39 Steps’ (1935) is Hitchcock’s foundational light spy thriller

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Many of the director’s tricks and traits are on display in one of the best entries from his British period.

Sliding Doors

‘Sliding Doors’ (1998) slides into spot as a romance classic

Throwback Thursday (Movie review): A basic love triangle gets spiced up by a sci-fi element and great performances.

The Birds

Hitchcock’s most overrated film is for ‘The Birds’ (1963)  

On a Hitchcock kick (Movie review): Although perhaps impressive at the time, this natural disaster flick lacks the director’s usual suspense.