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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Happy #BillandTed day! Couple years ago I got the opportunity to produce the animated opening for the Netflix film #OurLittleSecret directed by og B&T director (and great guy) Stephen Herek. I suggested we plant a tribute / easter egg. Not sure if anyone ever caught it. 1min in!

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

I post on Twitter as well and the copy paste function isn’t working to bring to Bluesky. Hence screenshot. Hoping to remedy.

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

☢️#256, Surf Nazis Must Die, 1987. History’s greatest titled b-movie fumbles on execution. A few quotables and a fun revenge subplot don’t quite salvage from the randomly edited lo-budget plotless stinker we are ultimately presented with. But still…great damn title. 2/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

☢️#255, The Cabin in the Woods, 2011. While the snarky meta-humor may offend some horror purists, ultimately this is a good natured tribute deftly juxtaposing bureaucratic mundanity with nightmare fueled thrills. Be prepared wear out that pause button in the third act! 4/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

☢️#254 , Black Crab , 2022. Trading #Aliens for ice skates #NoomiRapace is a mother on a mission in a #postapocalyptic war zone where the only way out is across miles of literal thin ice. Haunting and brutal with gorgeous arctic cinematography. 3.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

☢️#253 After the End, 2017. Why go on a epic #postapocalyptic journey when a light jaunt on a ten speed bicycle will do? Impressively executed on a shoestring budget, this coming of age tale is refreshing in its simplicity and mellow vibe, but ultimately a bit too timid. 3/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

☢️#252 The Birds, 1963. The cinematic equivalent of a schoolyard bully pulling pigtails, #Hitchcock thrills in torturing his advance spurning starlet #TippiHenden. Nonetheless a damn fun watch. And as far as the #apocalyptic ambiguity, I’m calling this one for #TheBirds. 4/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

☢️#251 Robot Holocaust, 1987. Despite adorable rubber suits (blowup doll C-3PO anyone?) and laughable creature FX, this #postapocalyptic #scifi with #fantasy trappings is a slog. #Sobaditsgood in its own right, I still suspect I should’ve opted for the #MST3K treatment. 1.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

☢️#250 Moonfall, 2022. You would think after making the same movie a hundred times, Roland Emmerich might pull off a coup and deliver a good #scifi disaster film. No. Same shit different day. I did like #GOT alumni John Bradley enough to warrant a horrible sequel. 2/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Nice! I’m sure it was epic (for a 6 year old)

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

☢️#249 Robot Wars, 1993. A spiritual successor to #RobotJox, mostly in that we’re forced to wait through the entire 2nd act to get to some robot on robot action. Smooth stop motion and detailed models are great looking, but ultimately underwhelmingly used. #RobotTussle 2.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

☢️#248 Things to Come, 1936. Not even the #apocalypse can destroy the transatlantic accent in this otherwise enjoyable #HGWells #scifi film. Amazingly ambitious practical/optical effects propel a multi-generational epic whose scope ultimately is a bit distancing. 3.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

☢️#247 Mad Max Exposed, 2022. Bare bones doc featuring interesting blokes with interesting yarns. Focusing almost entirely on the stunts of the original #MadMax - I can’t really complain, other than its shortness. Subtitles on if you don’t have the Aussie ear. 4/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

☢️#246. Jung_E, 2023. Convoluted world building and tonal inconsistencies are ultimately overshadowed by an intimate and well paced sci-fi story. Fun CG design and sporadically intense action. Sadly the lead actor Kang Soo-yeon passed before the release of the film. 3.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

☢️#245 Driving Force, 1989. #FlashGordon and #DaisyDuke battle homicidal tow truck operators lead by a not-quite-Swayze (Patricks brother Don) in the all-mostly #postapocalyptic wasteland. Fairly tame vehicle stunts. Jaw droppingly painful dialog. Plus side? Its short. 1.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

This is definitely sub “B” category. But if curious, check out Tubi for it I believe

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

And I have to assume the wonderful #ralphsteadman is a fan - besides the overall esthetic, check out those bats!

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

In poking around for my #WaroftheWorlds review, I did a further dive on Brazilian artist Henrique Alvim Corrêa (1876-1910), illustrator of the 1903 book edition. The more I see of these, the more I love them. A darkly humorous take, expertly crafted with dynamic compositions. Amazing stuff!

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

☢️#244. 5 Years After the Fall, 2016. I have a crater sized soft-spot for zero budget filmmaking. If you don’t, you may want to skip this mostly single location amateur production that despite its limitations, manages to pull off a few moments of cinematic legitimacy. 2/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

☢️#243. War of the Worlds, 1953. Undeniably quaint by contemporary standards, this granddaddy of all blockbuster alien invasion flicks is still worth your attention. Rapturous technicolor displays an array of beautifully designed props, models, and sets. Total #classic. 3.5/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

☢️#242. FreeJack, 1992. If only the entire movie was as entertaining as #MiickJagger’s constantly dripping delivery. Alas we are left with a charmless Estevez to lead us through a endless barrage of inevitable betrayals, flat one-liners, and #scifi wonk. Has its moments. 3/5 ☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

☢️#241. When the Wind Blows, 1986. Devastating charm aches through every moment of this beautifully animated nightmare as naive countryside retirees slowly succumb to the effects of nuclear fallout. Tread lightly if not in high spirits or you want to maintain them. Music #DavidBowie #RogerWaters 5/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

☢️#240. Prayer of the Rollerboys, 1990. Bleach blonde rollerblading racists rule over a #dystopian sepia-toned near-future LA. Hilarious 90s crappiness hovers constantly, but somehow it’s not enough to maintain enthusiasm throughout the runtime. #CoreyHaim #PatriciaArquett. 2/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

☢️#239. The Running Man, 1987. Arnie is a contestant in a deadly dystopian game show hosted by #familyfeud’s #RichardDawson. As smart/prescient a social satire as it is silly. Loaded to the brim with non-stop one liners and macho brutality. A must-watch action #classic 4/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

☢️#238. Warriors of Future, 2022. Occasionally spectacle is enough. Tons of dynamic CGI paired with boiler plate character beats and plot. If you’re looking for something profound, look elsewhere, but if you’re in the mood for over-the-top action - bon appétit! 3/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Casting was an issue overall for me. I like Theron fine as an actor overall, but the character calls for a much taller long limbed freaky weirdo gymnast. Same for the rest. Freaky tall weirdos please!

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

☢️#237. Æon Flux, 2006. Some things should never be adapted. Fans of the #LiquidTelevision spawned animated source material learned this the hard way. Through no real fault of #CharlizeTheron nor the clear talent present behind the camera, it sadly just doesn’t work. 2.5/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

☢️#236. Fido, 2006. The great #BillyConnolly is man’s (or boy’s) best friend in an alternate 50s reality where humanity has incorporated the living dead into day-to-day living. Fantastic cast. Laffs and gore galore. A sharp social satire with just the right amount of bite. 4/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

All I needed was aggressive silliness and I was pleased. C’mon the practical giant rat? I’ll take that over macho dribble any time

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

My fave is radioactive dreams. I have a disconnect with pyun when he’s serious. Still - respect 🤘

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

True. It’s not a pyun flick until an actor mangles a few basic English pronunciations

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

☢️#235. Nemesis, 1992. Guns! Skin! Cyborgs! Suits with huge shoulder pads! A 90s-kid late night cable dream come true. Inventive camera work and fun stunts are periodically bogged down by impenetrably generic dialog and even worse performances. An #AlbertPyun classic RIP. 3/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

☢️#234. Tenacious D in Post-Apocalypto, 2018. A crudely (or masterfully?) illustrated post apocalyptic rock-opera that delivers mutated beasts, brutal violence, robots, hardcore sex, and rockin tunes. Not for everyone but hit the stupid/smart humor ratio perfectly for me. 4/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

☢️#233. Mutant Chronicles, 2009. Dopey dialog spewing retro-soldiers battle pointy armed mutants in consistently obvious green screen shots. Bad cgi shows off some nice WW1/steampunk designs. I’m assuming it’s far more fun to play the RPG it was based on. #RonPearlman 1.5/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Nice! Glad to be of service👍- a few of the low scores are fun too

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

☢️#232. IO, 2019. A young scientist at the tail-end of a planetary mass exodus meets a subdued #AnthonyMackie. There’s #postapocalyptic atmosphere and nice characterization, but a lack of conflict makes this a slow ride. In keeping, the “climax” involves a hot air balloon. 2/5☢️

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Fantasy & Apocalyptic films reviewed @gabecrate.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Hey there! Also in the gaming trenches (adjacent) - I’ve done storyboarding for many a game ad over the years. Nice ya meet ya!

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