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Reviews
Movie Review @ Daily Grindhouse: Midsommar (2019)
I was lucky enough to be invited to an advance screening of Ari Aster's sophomore feature, Midsommar, and it did not disappoint, though I think the message at its core may have bee...
Nathan’s Top 10 Films of 2018
After what was quite possibly the longest 12 months of my adult life, 2018's finally in the bag. I'm getting into the swing of things with 2019 and doing that whole New Year Slight...
The Nick Box – Halloween 2018 – Subscription Box Review
A Halloween themed Nickelodeon mystery box? You know Humanstein had to sign up. Find out if it's a trick or if the treat's as good as it sounds.
Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween (2018) – Movie Review
Two questions: How does Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween stack up to the first film? Also do you wanna hear, like, way too much about Nathan's childhood?
Annihilation (2018) – Movie Review And Analysis
Alex Garland's sophomore feature Annihilation is one hell of a science fiction film. Humanstein puts it under the microscope to see what makes it tick.
Riverdale – The Black Hood’s Identity Solved? (Possible Spoilers / Photographic Proof)
I, uh, I think I solved Riverdale Season 2 already, folks. Photographic evidence inside. Spoilers likely. You've been warned.
Super Dark Times (2017) – Movie Review
Kevin Phillips' feature-length debut is a harrowing look at guilt, fear, and friendship. It's also a borderline masterpiece. Read the Humanstein review.
The Violence of Creativity – mother! (2017) – Review and Analysis
Darren Aronofsky has crafted the most polarizing film of the year. In this essay, I break down what it all means and what it has to say about creativity, love, and faith.
IT (2017) – Movie Review
Has Stephen King's seminal novel finally received the cinematic treatment it deserves?
Annabelle: Creation (2017) – Movie Review
Nobody asked for another Annabelle but we got one anyway. That's not a bad thing, believe it or not. Find out more in the Humanstein review.