R Rating Movie Reviews

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy is one of the most quotable comedies of the 2000s, launching endless memes, iconic one-liners, and the legend of Ron Burgundy himself. But beyond the absurdity and improv chaos… does it still hold up?

In this R Rating movie review, I break down Anchorman with an honest look at Will Ferrell’s performance, Adam McKay’s loose, improvisational style, the...

Jurassic Park III ditches the epic scope and philosophical weight of the first two films for a lean, fast-paced survival thriller. No theme park. No corporate conspiracy. Just humans stuck on an island with dinosaurs again. But does stripping it down make it better—or expose how thin the formula really is?

In this R Rating movie review, I break down Jurassic Park III with an honest look ...

Steven Spielberg returned to Isla Sorna with The Lost World: Jurassic Park, a darker, meaner sequel that trades wonder for chaos. Bigger dinosaurs, bigger set pieces, and a much grimmer tone—but does it capture the magic of the original Jurassic Park?

In this R Rating movie review, I break down The Lost World with an honest look at its story, characters, pacing, and unforgettable action ...

Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park remains one of the most influential blockbusters ever made, blending groundbreaking visual effects with suspense, wonder, and unforgettable moments. Decades later, the question isn’t just how it looks—but why it still works.

In this R Rating movie review, I break down Jurassic Park (1993) with an honest look at its storytelling, pacing, practical effects,...

George Miller returns to the wasteland with Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, a brutal, kinetic prequel that tells the origin of one of modern cinema’s most iconic characters. Trading Max for Furiosa, this film dives deep into survival, power, and vengeance—but does it live up to the insanity of Mad Max: Fury Road?

In this R Rating movie review, I break down Furiosa with an honest look at its sto...

Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch are two wildly different takes on the same idea—one a dark Christmas horror-comedy, the other a full-blown cartoon satire. Together, they form one of the strangest and most fascinating duologies in movie history.

In this R Rating movie review, I break down Gremlins (1984) and Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990), comparing tone, humor, chaos, and intent...

Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York are Christmas classics that defined a generation. From Kevin McCallister’s legendary traps to the Wet Bandits’ cartoon-level pain, these films became holiday staples—but do they still hold up as movies, not just nostalgia?

In this R Rating movie review, I break down both Home Alone (1990) and Home Alone 2 (1992), comparing their stories, come...

The Alien franchise returns with Alien: Romulus, a film that blends old-school sci-fi horror with modern survival thrills. But does it truly recapture the terror and atmosphere that made Alien and Aliens legendary—or is it just another legacy sequel riding nostalgia?

In this R Rating podcast, we dive deep into Alien: Romulus, breaking down its story, characters, horror elements, visual s...

In this episode, we descend into the nightmare of Ridley Scott’s Alien: Covenant (2017) — a brutal, unsettling sequel that bridges Prometheus and the original Alien, while pushing the franchise into darker philosophical territory.

We break down the film’s savage return to horror, the evolution of David as one of the most disturbing androids in sci-fi history, and how Covenant doubles dow...

In this episode, we dive headfirst into Ridley Scott’s Prometheus (2012) — the bold, divisive prequel to the Alien franchise that asks some massive questions about creation, humanity, and our place in the universe.

We break down the film’s themes, the mysterious Engineers, Michael Fassbender’s unforgettable performance as David, and why Prometheus continues to spark heated debates among ...

In this episode of R Rating, we’re diving into Alien Resurrection — the fourth film in the legendary Alien franchise, and easily the weirdest, wildest, and most divisive entry of them all.

We break down everything from Ripley’s controversial clone storyline, to the bio-engineered Xenomorphs, to the film’s tonal shift under director Jean-Pierre Jeunet. Whether you love this movie, hate it...

In this episode of R Rating, we’re descending into the dark, grim world of Alien³ (1992), the most divisive and misunderstood entry in the Alien franchise. Directed by a young David Fincher in his feature debut, Alien 3 took bold risks that split fans and critics alike — and we’re here to unpack every one of them.

We’ll explore how Alien³ followed up the action-packed Aliens with a retu...

In this episode of R Rating, we dive into James Cameron’s legendary sci-fi action horror sequel — Aliens (1986).

We’re breaking down how Aliens transformed Ridley Scott’s slow-burn horror classic into a full-blown action masterpiece, balancing intense suspense with explosive combat. From Sigourney Weaver’s Oscar-nominated return as Ellen Ripley to the introduction of the Colonial Marine...

In this episode of R Rating, we’re heading deep into space to revisit one of the most influential sci-fi horror films ever made — Ridley Scott’s Alien.

We break down what makes Alien such a masterpiece — from its slow-burn tension and groundbreaking creature design to Sigourney Weaver’s iconic performance as Ellen Ripley. We’ll talk about how Alien redefined both horror and science fict...

In this episode of R Rating, we dive into the blood-soaked madness of Evil Dead Rise (2023) — the latest entry in Sam Raimi’s iconic horror franchise. Directed by Lee Cronin, this brutal, claustrophobic take on the Evil Dead mythos trades the cabin for a Los Angeles high-rise but keeps all the gore, chaos, and demonic terror fans expect.

We talk about Alyssa Sutherland’s terrifying perfo...

The book of the dead is open once again. In this episode of R Rating, we’re diving into the blood-soaked nightmare that is Evil Dead (2013) — Fede Álvarez’s brutal reimagining of Sam Raimi’s horror classic.

This isn’t your average remake. With gallons of practical gore, intense performances, and a relentless tone, Evil Dead (2013) pushes the limits of modern horror while paying tribute t...

Grab your boomstick — it’s time to talk Army of Darkness! In this episode of R Rating, we’re diving into Sam Raimi’s over-the-top, action-packed horror comedy that turned Ash Williams into a pop culture legend.

We’ll break down the wild tone shift from Evil Dead 2, the genius (and madness) behind Bruce Campbell’s performance, and how Army of Darkness became one of the most quotable cult ...

️ R Rating Podcast – Evil Dead & Evil Dead II Review & Discussion

In this episode of R Rating, we’re heading deep into the woods with Evil Dead (1981) and Evil Dead II (1987) — two cult horror classics that redefined the genre and launched the legendary career of Bruce Campbell and director Sam Raimi. What started as a low-budget cabin-in-the-woods nightmare became one of the mos...

In this episode of R Rating, we’re heading back to the hunt with Prey (2022) — the gripping prequel that redefines the Predator franchise. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg and starring Amber Midthunder as the fierce Comanche warrior Naru, Prey strips the series back to its primal roots, delivering raw survival, intense atmosphere, and some of the best creature tension we’ve seen in years.

We...