Gonzo Film Reviews

Guy Ritchie fails to disappoint—so what gives at the box office? I review his take on the true story of Winston Churchill’s secret maverick group of spies who helped pave the way for American support to reach British shores Featuring So-Crates, my AI doppelgänger in an experiment for Riverside.fm

Recently, Gonzo Film Reviews sat down with Sean Bw Parker, author of The Stammering Enigma. This is the full conversation, enjoy!

After a slight delay, Dune 2 hit theaters this March. Is it an improvement on the first? What is “desert power?” How much spice does it take to get a sandworm high?

Bob Marley: One Love hits American cinemas, alone on an island of treasure amidst a sea of mediocrity thus far in 2024. Socrates breaks down how special and timely this message of peace is today

D&D is turning 50 this year—how is Wizards of the Coast celebrating? And how did Baldur’s Gate 3 hold up? Find out here!

Godzilla Minus One proved $15M can go a long way and Hollywood math is built on a house of cards and money laundering! But what of Argylle, ISS, The Underdoggs, Apple, and the entire fate of the film industry in 2024? I shared some random thoughts I've been having in this one. Look out for some deep dives into Dune: Part Two and other blockbuster releases in 2024.

Socrates breaks down the weird and wonderful second turn of Doctor Who’s 60th birthday celebration. It’s all heading for The Giggle December 9 on Disney+

Socrates reviews the historical epic Napoleon. Does Ridley Scott provide a Kubrickian classic, or does the crown weigh too heavy upon his head?

What the hell is even this? The furries have taken over!

Martin Scorsese delivers a monumental 3.5 hour adaptation of the David Grann historical book, and Socrates explores whether the adaptation was a success—not just at the box office.