Archive - Blitz's Backlot

The Apprentice: A modern day horror story

The story of the rise of Donald Trump is as compelling as it is scary.

Oct 15, 2024 • Jack Blitz

Andor is Star Wars At Its Very Best

A mature, complex, and dark origin story about the rebellion against the empire. Andor is as timely as it is poignant.

May 27, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Captain America: Brave New World Is a Mixed Bag

Highlighted by great individual performances, the newest Captain America film struggles to tell an interesting story.

Feb 20, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Twisters: Storming into Theaters Everywhere

Blockbuster filmmaking through and through, Twisters is exactly what the doctor ordered for movie theaters.

Jul 21, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Wild Robot: A Beautiful Triumph About Survival, Acceptance, and Parenthood

Stunning animation, flawless voice-acting, and the best score of the year makes The Wild Robot the front-runner for Best Animated Feature Film at the…

Nov 6, 2024 • Jack Blitz

We Live in Time: An authentically human story about loss and cancer

Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh will put you in your feels.

Oct 26, 2024 • Jack Blitz

Nobody Wants This: A Charming, Hilarious RomCom About Modern Relationships

This tale of a Rabbi and atheist sex podcaster who fall in love is witty, sharp, and very relatable. It is the best RomCom of the year.

Nov 15, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Acolyte: A Revealing Look at the State of the Star Wars Fandom Today

We had The Phantom Menace, The Last Jedi, and now The Acolyte.

Jul 17, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Worst Dads in Cinema History

Sometimes a good story needs a bad dad. Happy Father's Day!

Jun 15, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Superman: The Soul of Big Blue is Back

A comic book brought to life! The new DCU is off to a strong start.

Jul 14, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Meaningful Quotes From My Favorite Movies and TV Shows

If pictures are worth a thousand words, your list of favorite movies and tv shows are worth ten thousand.

Oct 31, 2024 • Jack Blitz

Here: Moving Through Time Using A Camera that Stays Still

Powerful themes and undeniable charm are offset by underwhelming writing and lackluster technology.

Nov 1, 2024 • Jack Blitz

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