John Hansen

Monogram Murders

‘Monogram Murders’ (2014) proves Christie estate made a wise hire

Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): Though not perfect, Sophie Hannah’s debut Poirot novel features spot-on characterization of the sleuth.

The Flash

‘Flash’ brings multiverse to DCEU with thrills, tears, cameos

Movie review: The writers of “Spider-Man: Homecoming” bring their talents to the rival company to shape the best of the first 14 DCEU films.

Shazam Fury of the Gods

‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ mostly continues original’s fun

Movie review: The sequel doesn’t totally play to its strengths, but it has enough humor and warmth to be fairly painless to watch.

Hellraiser Judgment

‘Judgment’ (2018) is the grossest ‘Hellraiser’ yet

Frightening Friday (Movie review): Gary J. Tunnicliffe expands the mythology, but it’s the gross-out scenes that stand out.

Last Voyage of the Demeter

‘Last Voyage of the Demeter’ expands ‘Dracula’ lore

Movie review: This technically impressive film is exactly what you think it is as it adapts a chapter of Bram Stoker’s novel.

To Catch a Killer

Woodley, Mendelsohn warm up frosty ‘To Catch a Killer’

Movie review: This cynical procedural about a mass shooter is stronger in small pieces than as a whole.

Air

‘Air’ an engrossing chronicle of Nike’s side of the legendary MJ deal

Movie review: Folks on an Eighties hoops kick with “Winning Time” will enjoy this engrossing dive into Nike’s signing of Michael Jordan.

TMNT Adventures Issue 5

‘TMNT Adventures’ branches off from the cartoon in Issues 5-11 (1989-90)

‘TMNT’ flashback (Comic book reviews): The first batch of original Archie stories marks the action figure era – great for kids, not so much for adults.

Mystery of Three Quarters

Hannah, Poirot go deep into psychology to solve ‘Mystery of Three Quarters’ (2018)

Sleuthing Sunday (Book review): Hannah’s interest in human nature dovetails with Poirot’s to a notable degree in her third take on Christie’s sleuth.

Hellraiser Revelations

‘Hellraiser: Revelations’ (2011) reveals how low the saga can go

Frightening Friday (Movie review): The ninth “Hellraiser” film was purposely cranked out with a low budget, and it shows.