Dive into 'Shelf Criticism' with Stephen, your cinematic archaeologist by night and a scholar by day. Each week, he explores one eclectic DVD from his vast collection, ranging from arthouse treasures to trashy delights. Join him as he dissects everything from blockbuster hits to forgotten flops—films that get the playful yet insightful critique they hardly deserve but will absolutely enjoy. Grab your popcorn and discover the gems hidden on five shelves in a living room curio cabinet. It’s time for some serious movie fun!
"Science, Yes, Fiction, No": Grizzly
Grizzly (1976) · Feb 2, 2025
"The First Bite Draws Blood": Piranha 3D
Piranha 3D (2010) · Jan 19, 2025
"Men Like Us": The Baytown Outlaws
The Baytown Outlaws (2012) · Jan 14, 2025
"Off to Slay the Dragon": Eaten Alive
Eaten Alive (1976) · Jan 6, 2025
Beside My Shelf - Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure
Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure (2003) · Dec 27, 2024
"This Orson Welles Crap": Gremlins
Gremlins (1984) · Dec 24, 2024
"Something Slightly Resembling Gumption": The Holiday
The Holiday (2006) · Dec 15, 2024
"We're in a Franchise": Scream VI
Scream VI (2023) · Oct 26, 2024
"Revelation and Revulsion": The Lords of Salem
The Lords of Salem (2013) · Oct 14, 2024
"Actually, I'm Just a Friar": Van Helsing
Van Helsing (2004) · Oct 11, 2024
"Just Glass and Silver": Mirrors
Mirrors (2008) · Oct 6, 2024
"Relax, It's Just Urine": Orange County
Orange County (2002) · Sep 16, 2024
"The Water Goes Outside the Boat": Into the Blue
Into the Blue (2005) · Sep 13, 2024
“Immaculate Canvas”: The Break-Up
The Break-Up (2006) · Sep 5, 2024
"Happy but Restless Suburbanites": Zebra Lounge
Zebra Lounge (2001) · Sep 2, 2024
"I Could Never Love a Baywatch Fan": Sliding Doors
Sliding Doors (1998) · Aug 31, 2024
"Crazy's Just a Choice": Nobel Son
Nobel Son (2007) · Aug 25, 2024
"No Ordinary Gaffe": The Hustle
The Hustle (2019) · Aug 22, 2024
"I Believe in Tickle": Garden State
Garden State (2004) · Aug 19, 2024
“Doggie Fart Gladdens My Heart”: A Very Long Engagement
A Very Long Engagement (2004) · Aug 7, 2024
"It's Time to Keep Your Appointment": The Wicker Man (1973)
The Wicker Man (1973) · Aug 3, 2024
“Like the Maid of Dishonor”: Bridesmaids
Bridesmaids (2011) · Jul 28, 2024
"Silencio": Mulholland Drive
Mulholland Drive (2001) · Jul 14, 2024
"Tomato Face 54" : Pineapple Express
Pineapple Express (2008) · Jul 9, 2024