Happy New Year, Readers!
2022 has been a fantastic year and I’d like to thank you for your continued support!
Shadows of Dismemberment has been a great success and I was blown away by the response and continued interest in the thriller, horror, mystery novel. The buzz, paranormal discussion and excitement around it has been phenomenal.
Once again, thanks to everyone who read Shadows of Dismemberment, purchased and shared any books, watched my videos and listened to my playlist. Keep sharing, keep reading in 2023.
All the best,
A. M.
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In the Shadow of the Moon (2019) Review
Posted: January 2, 2023 in FILM REVIEWS/COMMENTSTags: film review, In the Shadow of the Moon, In the Shadow of the Moon Review, movie, movie review, review, science fiction, thriller films, time travel
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A detective becomes obsessed with tracking a mysterious serial killer who seems to be able to time travel.
Jim Mickle skilfully directs this science fiction, it like feels high production from the off with sweeping cityscapes and a thrilling crash. Spanning over a number of decades, While the 80s cars are a little too clean as Shadow of the Moon” explores the theme of time travel and the consequences of altering the past David Lanzenberg’s visually impressive cinematography it has a great feel. The special effects are used with restraint even if the pacing is a little bumpy.
The plot, written by Gregory Weidman and Geoffrey Tock, is intriguing and suspenseful, and draws inspiration from films like Looper (2012), Primer (2004), Time Crimes (2007) and Predestination (2014) to name a few. The film also includes a similar paradox to The Terminator (1984). While some viewers may see the twist coming a mile off, the plot is thought-provoking enough to hold their interest.
Lead actors, Boyd Holbrook and Michael C. Hall offer strong performances and the supporting cast give weight to the investigation high jinx. Holbrook’s range and screen presence is impressive. Rudi Dharmalingam sadly feels a little off and shoehorned as Naveen Rao. Notable is reliable Bokeem Woodbine as Maddox.
Overall, Mickle’s In the Shadow of the Moon is a well-crafted and engaging science fiction film that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre.
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