Tag: James Whitmore

• Apocalypse Big Bugs Dystopia Futurism Monsters

  

  Them!

  James Arness and Edmund Gwenn chase giant ants in this atmospheric 1954 SF horror thriller. The original giant bug film, considered by many to be the best. Good direction, solid acting and a smart script that taps into the era’s atomic fears. 8/10

  May 20, 2021
• Aliens Invisibility Monsters

  

  Phantom from Space

  Agents and scientists chase an invisible alien around Griffith Observatory in this 1953 cheapo by Billy Wilder’s brother. Decent effects and some nice ideas aside, the film is brought down by its leaden pace, dull, talky script and cramped sets. 1/10

  January 31, 2021