The Box Review Deep Dive Series

We've taken a deeper dive into these films to bring you the facts, hidden details, and behind-the-scenes insights that go beyond the surface.

“Fright Night” (1985): The Bloody, Campy, Cult Classic That Brought Vampires to the Suburbs

This article revisits Fright Night (1985), a cult horror-comedy that brought vampires into suburbia. It explores the film’s blend of camp, gore, and genre-savvy charm.

a man with a bloody face and a woman with a knife in her hand
a man with a bloody face and a woman with a knife in her hand
“Big Trouble in Little China” (1986): The Cult Classic That Kung-Fu’d Hollywood Expectations

This article dives into Big Trouble in Little China as a cult classic that defied Hollywood norms. It looks at how the film blended genres, flipped tropes, and built a lasting legacy.

a group of people standing around a man in a red dress
a group of people standing around a man in a red dress
The Warriors” (1979): The Cult Classic That Fought Its Way Into Film History

Framed for murder, a Coney Island gang must fight their way home through hostile NYC turf. Gritty, stylish, and wildly original, The Warriors became a cult favorite that still echoes in pop culture.

a man with a hat and a beer glass
a man with a hat and a beer glass
“The Evil Dead” (1981): The DIY Horror That Possessed a Generation

Five friends. One cabin. An ancient book that unleashes pure evil. Sam Raimi’s low-budget horror classic shocked audiences with its raw energy, wild effects, and unforgettable performance by Bruce Campbell. A cult legend was born.

a man in a black shirt holding a hammer hammer and a large axe
a man in a black shirt holding a hammer hammer and a large axe
“They Live” (1988): The Cult Classic That Unmasked Consumerism, Alien Invasion-Style

A drifter discovers sunglasses that reveal a hidden alien elite controlling society through subliminal messages. With sharp satire and one epic street fight, They Live became a rebellious sci-fi cult icon.

a man in a suit and tie with a zombie face
a man in a suit and tie with a zombie face
Why “To Live and Die in L.A.” Is the Gritty ’80s Crime Thriller Everyone’s Been Sleeping On

This article explores To Live and Die in L.A. as an underrated gem of 1980s crime cinema. It highlights the film’s gritty style, moral ambiguity, and lasting influence.

two men standing next to each other with a cigarette in the background
two men standing next to each other with a cigarette in the background
“Full Metal Jacket” Through the Eyes of a ’90s Marine: “Kubrick Got One Thing Dead Right”

Boot camp brutality, psychological warfare, and battlefield chaos Kubrick’s vision hit closer to home than most war films ever dare. For this Marine, it wasn’t just a movie.

a man in uniform uniform standing in a room with other uniformed personnel
a man in uniform uniform standing in a room with other uniformed personnel
Twins, Terror, and Transformation: Revisiting Cronenberg’s Chilling Classic “Dead Ringers” (1988)

Jeremy Irons stuns as twin gynecologists spiraling into madness. With surgical precision, Cronenberg delivers a haunting tale of identity, obsession, and psychological horror.

a man in a red robe and glasses
a man in a red robe and glasses
Why “Revenge” (1990) Is the Most Overlooked Kevin Costner Thriller You’ve Never Watched

Love, betrayal, and brutal payback collide in this steamy neo-noir. With raw emotion and sun-scorched tension, Revenge proves Costner could go dark really dark.

a man and woman in a bar with a drink
a man and woman in a bar with a drink
John Cusack vs. Pirates: The ’80s Teen Comedy Hot Pursuit

In Hot Pursuit (1987), Cusack dodges danger, disaster, and drug lords on a wild Caribbean chase. It’s absurd, underrated, and pure ’80s chaos.

a man and woman standing in front of a beach
a man and woman standing in front of a beach
“Animal House” Captured the Chaos of Its Time, and Audiences Loved It!

This article examines how Animal House captured the rebellious spirit of the late 1970s. It explores why the film’s chaotic humor resonated with audiences and became a cultural phenomenon.

a man in a college uniform holding a frisbee
a man in a college uniform holding a frisbee
You Probably Haven’t Seen “After Hours” But You Really Should

This piece highlights Martin Scorsese’s underrated 1985 dark comedy After Hours. It explores why the film deserves more attention for its surreal storytelling and cult appeal.

a man and woman sitting on a couch
a man and woman sitting on a couch
Spielberg’s Wildest Misfire? A Look Back at “1941”

This article revisits Spielberg’s 1979 WWII comedy 1941, one of his most polarizing films. It explores the chaos behind its production and the legacy of its critical misfire.

a man in a leather jacket and a helmet
a man in a leather jacket and a helmet