Welcome to Day 12 of Blogmas 2025, where I continue to prove that yes, I have nothing better to do in December than write about Christmas every single day. For newcomers to this festive marathon, Blogmas is my annual tradition of posting holiday-themed content daily through December 25th. This year's posts are guided by AI-generated … Continue reading The Christmas Movie Survival Guide: Assembling Your Holiday Crisis Team
Die Hard
From Everyman to Icon: How John McClane Redefined the Action Hero
When Die Hard exploded onto screens in July 1988, audiences witnessed something revolutionary disguised as summer entertainment. Bruce Willis, then known primarily for his comedic television work on Moonlighting, stepped into the blood-stained undershirt of NYPD Detective John McClane and fundamentally changed what an action hero could be. Over the course of five films spanning … Continue reading From Everyman to Icon: How John McClane Redefined the Action Hero
Die Hard’s Influence on Action Flicks
In the pantheon of action cinema, few films have left as indelible a mark as John McTiernan's 1988 masterpiece Die Hard. What began as a relatively modest summer release with modest expectations transformed not only the trajectory of Bruce Willis's career but revolutionized how Hollywood approached action films for decades to come. More than 35 … Continue reading Die Hard’s Influence on Action Flicks
Rewatching Smallville – Episode 33
Welcome back to Rewatching Smallville, my weekly dive into the iconic series that explores Clark Kent’s journey before becoming Superman. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the show, you’re invited to join in each Tuesday as I revisit episodes and share my thoughts and observations. Be sure to share your own memories and … Continue reading Rewatching Smallville – Episode 33
Die Hard, Earn Harder: The Franchise’s Path to Global Success
The Die Hard franchise, spanning five films over 25 years, has become a cornerstone of action cinema not just in the United States, but around the world. From its humble beginnings in 1988 to its global dominance in the 2000s, the series has demonstrated remarkable staying power and an ability to captivate audiences across cultures. … Continue reading Die Hard, Earn Harder: The Franchise’s Path to Global Success
On the 18th Day of Blogmas…
What makes a movie a Christmas movie? The answer is really in the eye of the beholder. It all depends on the standard by which one measures the Christmas in the movie. Is it because the movie happens to take place at Christmas time? Is it because Christmas decorations are obvious in many of the … Continue reading On the 18th Day of Blogmas…
Die Hard Is a Christmas Movie
What makes a movie a Christmas movie? The answer is really in the eye of the beholder. It all depends on the standard by which one measures the Christmas in the movie. Is it because the movie happens to take place at Christmas time? Is it because Christmas decorations are obvious in many of the … Continue reading Die Hard Is a Christmas Movie
The Best Movies from My First Decade
It's been almost a year, but I got this idea back when Dom over at Fairly Professional wrote a post titled, "A Movie For Every Year I've Been Alive." It was a post I thought I'd get around to when I finished going through my personal Top 100 Movies of All Time. But then I … Continue reading The Best Movies from My First Decade
My Favorite Movies #52 – Die Hard
Die Hard 1988 Directed by John McTiernan Quick synopsis... NYPD cop John McClane's (Bruce Willis) plan to reconcile with his estranged wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia), is thrown for a serious loop when minutes after he arrives at her office, the entire building is overtaken by a group of pitiless terrorists. With little help from the LAPD, … Continue reading My Favorite Movies #52 – Die Hard
A to Z Challenge – Under Siege
Under Siege 1992 Directed by Andrew Davis Quick Synopsis... Director Andrew Davis's Oscar-nominated, action-packed thriller takes place on the soon-to-be-decommissioned USS Missouri. Disgruntled ex-CIA operative Strannix (Tommy Lee Jones), his assistant Krill (Gary Busey) and their group of terrorists seize the battleship with nuclear blackmail in mind. They've planned for every contingency but ignore the ship's cook, … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Under Siege
The Confusing Middle 