Author: Patrick Redmond
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Superman and the Mole Men (1951) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐☆☆☆ Superman and the Mole Men is one of those movies that feels more like a historical artifact than a fully realized story — and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. For a film released in 1951, it’s competently made, clearly sincere in its message, and honestly more engaging than I expected it to be.…
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The Wrecking Crew (2026) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ The Wrecking Crew is the kind of movie you throw on when you just want to shut your brain off and have a good time — and honestly, I was fully on board with that from the opening scene. Not every film needs to be dissected, analyzed, or unpacked. Movies like this serve a…
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Hannibal Lecter Franchise Ranked (Worst → Best) | MovieTalk+
Few characters in film history are as instantly iconic as Hannibal Lecter. Across five films, multiple actors, and wildly different tones, the franchise has ranged from prestige horror to baffling misfires. Some entries understand what makes Hannibal terrifying and fascinating — others completely miss the point. This ranking is based on overall enjoyment, performances, and…
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Silent Hill (2006) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ Silent Hill is one of those horror movies where I’m fully aware of its flaws while watching it, yet I’m still having a pretty good time. It’s not a great entry in the genre by any means, but it is effective, atmospheric, and occasionally straight-up badass in ways that caught me off guard. The…
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Hannibal Rising (2007) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ Hannibal Rising is a movie I genuinely did not expect to enjoy as much as I did — and trust me, I’m just as surprised writing that as you are reading it. From an entertainment standpoint, I think this film gets more hate than it deserves. It’s very different from the rest of the…
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My Top 10 Favorite Actors (Right Now) | MovieTalk+
For me, movies live and die by performances. I love great directing. I love strong writing. I notice cinematography. But actors? Actors are what I emotionally latch onto. A great performance can rescue a messy script, carry a slow second act, or turn a solid movie into something that sticks with you for years. This…
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Red Dragon (2002) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ Red Dragon was a bit of a surprise for me, mostly because of how stacked the cast is. Edward Norton, Harvey Keitel, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ralph Fiennes, and Anthony Hopkins all in the same film feels kind of unreal on paper, and for the most part, that talent really does come through on screen.…
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Hannibal (2001) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ Watching Hannibal almost immediately after The Silence of the Lambs is a tough spot for any movie to be in. I always try to judge a film on its own terms, but when the predecessor is a straight-up masterpiece, expectations are naturally high — especially when this follow-up is directed by Ridley Scott. That…
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The Silence of the Lambs (1991) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ There are very few movies that feel this confident from the moment they start, and The Silence of the Lambs is one of them. Before we even see Hannibal Lecter for the first time, we’re given so much lore about who he is, what he’s done, and the strict rules Clarice must follow just…
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Manhunter (1986) Review | MovieTalk+
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ This was my first time watching Manhunter, and going in, I’d heard nothing but great things. Overall, I liked it — I didn’t love it — but I can absolutely see why it has the reputation it does. The story is dark and grimy in the best way, with a mood that feels heavy…
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