Movie Reviews

Covering everything from major Hollywood to independent films, Cryptic Rock Magazine has it all. Providing thoughtful, well-written reviews of Horror, Sci-Fi, Drama, Comedy, Thriller genres, as well as Documentaries and beyond.

Salem's Lot 2024 art

Salem’s Lot (2024 Movie Review)

Stephen King published Salem’s Lot in 1975 after the success of his 1974 debut, Carrie. Adapted into a three-hour two-part mini-series of the same name followed in 1979 that was directed by the legendary Tobe Hooper (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 1974, Poltergeist 1982), next was a ... Read More
The Return / Bleecker Street (2024)

The Return (Movie Review)

Does an ancient poem still have something new to offer in modern cinema? With The Return, Director Uberto Pasolini (The Full Monty 1997, Still Life 2013) attempts to answer, but the result feels more like a missed opportunity than a revelation. Set for release in ... Read More