Red Cynic

Frank Herbert's Dune is one of the most famous and significant Sci-Fi novels of the 20th century. Its influence on mass culture is truly extensive. However, it's only been brought to the screens twice. The first movie was released in 1984. It was directed by David Lynch. The second movie, or rather the TV series, appeared in 2000. It was met very warmly, many people even praises it. They say that Lynch's movie isn't even good for the series. Is there truth in those words? Let's find out right now...

Gravity was very warmly received by the public. You could even say it was hot. The movie was praised, it's got prizes and money. And, as if it was not enough, crowds of people of different professions (from plumbers to economists) immediately retrained themselves to specialists in astronautics! They claim that "Gravity" - is, as they say, "the best movie about space"! Let's find out how much... "best" in this "best"...

When we say "Russian literary horror", we usually mean "Viy". However, this story goes far beyond "just horror", bacause Nikolai Gogol wrote and thought much wider. "Viy" was filmed several times. Something was eaten by time, something turned out to be nothing. In this review we will face only two adaptations - the best and the last. Has the latest version managed to at least try to reach the best, we'll find out right now...

Sniper seems to be an ordinary military profession, but there are so many legends and tales about it, as if it belongs to some ancient Greek myths. Well, what is more suitable for meticulous and detailed analysis of these stereotypes than a movie full of such stereotypes? A movie with an eloquent and vivid title - "Sniper"...

Robocop is one of the most cult movie heroes, and it's deservedly so. But this cult is a like a rope with two ends. On the one hand, Robocop seems to be loved and remembered, on the other hand, only some good moments is remembered and loved. We're experiencing warm feelings while watching the movie, but not from the movie itself. Under such conditions, any encroachment on an object of sacred cult is doomed to failure. Yes, yes, we are talking about Robocop's remake and the reaction of the fans to it. Are they right? Well, let's find out...

The fourth year continues the battle of the series and the book. The fourth year lasts the cruel notching of Martin with the screenwriters. That is, since he is one of these screenwriters, a landmark battle between Martin and himself. So who wins this time? We'll find out right now...

The novel "Hard to be God" is one of the most memorable works of the Strugatsky's brothers. It has an interesting plot, charismatic hero and, equally important, a whole bunch of deep thoughts. The story had two tries of movement to the big screen. The first attempt was made by international crew, the second was done by one iconic Soviet-Russian Director. What happened in the end? Let's find out...

At the heart of the Lone Survivor lies the true story - the failure of Operation Red Wings, which has become a fairly sensitive blow to the American military reputation. However, the creators of the film decided not to bother with such complicated matters. Instead, they tried to tell about people in the war, and the very same failure present as almost as a triumph of the "American Soldier." Yes, yes, that's right, with a capital letter. Well, we'll learn about how that turned out for them right now...

"The Running Man" is in the top five most iconic films featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger. At least he is very often mentioned as a contender for a remake. Few people know, however, that the film is based on literary sources, from which, in the end, almost nothing remains. In general, if the possible "restart" will follow them to the letter, the war of Arnie fans will deafen... Martians. Yeah, yeah, the same ones from Total Recall. And that begs the question, is this a good '87 movie? Let's find out right now...