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Josh Bell

Josh Bell

Josh Bell is a freelance writer and movie/TV critic based in Las Vegas. He's the former film editor of 'Las Vegas Weekly' and has written about movies and pop culture for Syfy Wire, Polygon, CBR, Film Racket, Uproxx and more. With comedian Jason Harris, he co-hosts the podcast Awesome Movie Year.

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VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) on Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) on Demand This Week

Jan 17th, 2023
Our mini-reviews of 'The Seven Faces of Jane,' 'Actual People,' 'Kids vs. Aliens,' and more.
The Pioneering Hollywood Satire of <i>Show People</i>
Josh Bell

The Pioneering Hollywood Satire of Show People

Jan 10th, 2023
Nearly a century ago, this Marion Davies silent comedy anticipated showbiz send-ups from ‘The Player’ to ‘Babylon.’
ICYMI: <i>The House</i>
Josh Bell

ICYMI: The House

Dec 21st, 2022
Beyond ‘Wendell & Wild’ and ‘Pinocchio,’ Netflix had a third stop-motion animated movie in 2022 that deserves another look.
The Best of VODepths: This Year’s Must-See Releases on VOD and Streaming
Josh Bell

The Best of VODepths: This Year’s Must-See Releases on VOD and Streaming

Dec 20th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of 'Nightride,' 'Teenage Emotions,' 'I'm Totally Fine,' and more of the year's best straight-to-home-theater fare.
A Very Mumblecore Christmas
Josh Bell

A Very Mumblecore Christmas

Dec 16th, 2022
It turns out that a movie genre known for aimless characters and awkward interactions is perfect for telling stories about the holiday season.
Christmas VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Holiday Season
Josh Bell

Christmas VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Holiday Season

Dec 13th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of 'The Apology,' 'The Christmas Tapes,' 'Mistletoe Time Machine,' and more of this year's straight-to-VOD holiday fare.
Review: <i>The Mean One</i>
Josh Bell

Review: The Mean One

Dec 8th, 2022
“What if the Grinch was the killer in a forgettable indie slasher movie?” is not a question that needed to be answered.
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Dec 6th, 2022
This week's straight-to-VOD mini-reviews include "I Am D.B. Cooper," "Dragon Eats Eagle," and "Renegades."
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Nov 29th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of “Confessions of a Hitman,” “Ainbo: Spirit of the Amazon,” “Summertime Dropouts,” and more straight-to-VOD selections.
Review: <i>Paradise City</i>
Josh Bell

Review: Paradise City

Nov 10th, 2022
The onscreen reunion of Bruce Willis and John Travolta is a mostly dispiriting experience.
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Nov 8th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of ‘Vide Noir,’ ‘1-800-HOT-NITE,’ ‘I’m Totally Fine,’ and more of this week’s direct-to-VOD titles.
The Visual and Emotional Wonders of Tom Cruise and Joseph Kosinski’s <i>Oblivion</i>
Josh Bell

The Visual and Emotional Wonders of Tom Cruise and Joseph Kosinski’s Oblivion

Nov 1st, 2022
Before 'Top Gun: Maverick,' Tom Cruise and Joseph Kosinski teamed up for this visually and emotionally powerful sci-fi action movie, now streaming on...
Classic Corner: <i>I Married a Witch</i>
Josh Bell

Classic Corner: I Married a Witch

Oct 28th, 2022
René Clair’s 1942 supernatural romantic comedy is the perfect Halloween viewing choice for anyone who isn’t into scary movies.
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Oct 25th, 2022
Our mini-reviews of “A Chance Encounter,” “Sinphony: A Clubhouse Horror Anthology,” “The Murder Podcast,” and more of this week’s...
VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week
Josh Bell

VODepths: What to See (and Avoid) On Demand This Week

Oct 11th, 2022
A quick look at 'Sawed Off,' 'Hinterland,' 'Don't F*ck in the Woods 2,' and more new straight-to-VOD fare.
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I Love Lucifer: The Evolution of Satan in Cinema

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Oct 8th 9:00 AM
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Justice for Jeanie: Ferris Bueller at 35

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Fright Night Part II: The Lost Sequel (and How a Double Murder Prevented Part III)

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Mind Over Body: Looking Back at the Original Sleepaway Camp Trilogy

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Forgotten Silver and Peter Jackson’s Mockumentary Roots

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