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Runstedler’s Special Christmas Review: Devs Iratvs by Arthemesia
As much as I love Jesus, I couldn’t resist putting this record on during Christmas morning, and I wasn’t disappointed. Arthemesia are above and beyond many of Finland’s other black metal acts because of their sheer professionalism. The members of … Continue reading
Runstedler’s Special Christmas Review: Record in a Bag by Hollerado
I listened to Hollerado’s debut album Record in a Bag after I uploaded my top ten list of albums for 2010, and because I’m so pleased with my Canadian brothers’ creative output, it’s only fair that I give them a … Continue reading
Runstedler’s DVD Pick of the Month: Zwartboek (aka Black Book)
Paul Verhoeven’s latest film Zwartboek (aka Black Book) is a bit of a departure from his Hollywood films, returning to the roots of his Dutch culture to create one of his finest films in years. He still manages to retain … Continue reading
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Runstedler’s Albums of the Year 2010
As the first year of this wonderful new decade draws to a close, it’s time to remember and reflect upon some of the albums that helped make this year so memorable. From Spike Jonze’s brilliant directed music video for “The … Continue reading
Runstedler’s DVD Pick of the Month: I racconti di Canterbury (The Canterbury Tales)
Piers Paolo Pasolin’s 1972 adaptation of Geoffrey Chaucer’s medieval classic poem The Canterbury Tales remains to be one of the few (if any) adaptations of Chaucer’s most realized work, and perhaps the truest. It’s a wild series of bawdy tales, … Continue reading
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Top Ten Greatest Black Metal Albums of All Time
I had hoped to release this list by Hallowe’en, but unfortunately it’s been on the back burner until now. I’ve always had a passion for black metal, from the searing vocals to the ferocity of the instrumentals and the sombre … Continue reading
Runstedler’s Halloween SPECIAL: Witchfinder General (aka The Conqueror Worm)
Although this bears little resemblance to any Poe poem, Michael Reeves’ 1968 film Witchfinder General (aka The Conqueror Worm) is a riveting piece of art that truly stands the test of time. Screen legend Vincent Price stars as the Witchfinder … Continue reading
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Runstedler’s Halloween SPECIAL: Braindead (aka Dead Alive)
In a perverse way, the almost cartoonish violence of Peter Jackson’s 1992 film Braindead (aka Dead Alive) is absolutely hilarious. This is certainly one of the most violent films you’re likely to experience, from a man with a lawnmower strapped to … Continue reading
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Runstedler’s Halloween SPECIAL: The Fearless Vampire Killers
Halloween is just around the corner, ladies and gentlemen, and because it is an occasion that I love so much, I’m bringing you the best Halloween/horror films from the depths of the vaults this season. Instead of my monthly column, … Continue reading
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Runstedler’s DVD Pick of the Month: River’s Edge
Let’s face it, Keanu Reeves won’t be getting any awards for acting anytime soon. However, that doesn’t hinder the greatness of Tim Hunter’s 1987 film River’s Edge. Crispin Glover, Ione Skye and the late Dennis Hopper costar in this brilliant portrait … Continue reading
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