Iron Man 3

• 2013
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

This doesn’t do anything new. More iron suits, new villains, and another psychological study of the gifted but troubled Tony Stark. But, that’s a good thing, because it’s still funny and explosively entertaining.

Antiviral

• 2012
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

This is smart but not clever-smart – it’s weird-smart. It’s also perverted but not sexually. The film is a creative, yet a grotesque rendition of our twisted obsession with celebrities. It's kind of hard to watch and even harder to hold down. I like it.

The Watch

• 2012
• Comedy
• Sci-fi

A lazy and predictable comedy with aliens and dick jokes.

Cloud Atlas

• 2012
• Drama
• Mystery
• Sci-fi

Imagine that I give you a handful of beautiful Hallmark cards. Inside each of them are heart-melting poems about the human condition, cosmic connections, and love. As you start reading the first poem, I swipe it away and toss you another random one to read. I’ll rinse and repeat this for two hours and that is what Cloud Atlas is like.

Regardless if you can follow it or not, this film is a treat for the senses with its amazing visuals and epic story.

Dredd 3D

• 2012
• Action
• Crime
• Sci-fi

A very stylish and wildly violent, action film. The graphics in slo-mo are terrifying, yet beautiful. This merciless shoot-em-up is nothing like the original and delivers on all your expectations to kick ass.

Resident Evil: Retribution

• 2012
• Action
• Horror
• Sci-fi

Watching these films is becoming a chore and it looks like there’s going to be more trash to take out; they’re making another one.

Seeking a Friend for the End of the World

• 2012
• Drama
• Romance
• Sci-fi

The beginning is really funny and then things become somber to damn-near depressing for rest of the film. No charm and no fun.

Safety Not Guaranteed

• 2012
• Comedy
• Romance
• Sci-fi

This is not going to spark up your imagination but it will charm your heart out. It makes you really believe this guy is nuts, or maybe he's not, and that's only one element to the story. There is more and besides being funny, it also presents itself in a thoughtful way.

Looper

• 2012
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Another futuristic Sci-fi, set in a hustling metropolis, and it's about time travel. This might get ugly. I understand if you're apprehensive about this because of past films like Surrogates or Total Recall. Leave all that behind and go watch this. Story will always triumph over style or setting, and this story is good. Look forward to go see this so that you can look back and be glad that you did.

Total Recall

• 2012
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

The best thing about the original was its charmingly ridiculous style. Looks like the producers didn’t care for that and wanted a more serious and sexier reboot. Does it work? Nope. It’s not smart nor clever enough to take the original’s crown, but it does have some cool, high-tech, Sci-fi stuff if you just want to see rad shit.

Love

• 2011
• Drama
• Sci-fi

Really awesome premise. Gorgeous cinematography and visuals. But, if they’re going to do an artsy film that relies mostly on atmosphere, then it might be ideal to keep the dialog to a minimum. Because they went the opposite of that, it's not easy to recommend this. Take a bong rip and go watch the space opera scenes from Tree of Life instead.

Lockout

• 2012
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

“There’s only one man that can get her out [president’s daughter]. He’s the best there is. But he’s a loose canon.”

Guy Pearce never hits the brakes on his barrage of meat-headed, one-liners. I was naturally annoyed at first, but he kept at it so much that his jokes eventually won me over. I found myself laughing at full volume near the end. Screw the haters, here's a good example of a B-movie that isn’t trying to be anything else but silly and fun.

Men in Black 3

• 2012
• Action
• Comedy
• Sci-fi

The first one was great and the second was utter crap. I had no expectations for this third sequel, especially when we find out that Will Smith is going back in time. A time travel story is very risky if not done right. With low expectations, I would have been content with just seeing those funny aliens again.

I did get my funny aliens and the human elements have also been dialed up. Smith and Brolin were fun to watch and they made a smart decision by not forcing a very old Tommy Lee Jones to play anything but a very old Tommy Lee Jones. Good fun!

Prometheus

• 2012
• Action
• Horror
• Sci-fi

People are thinking that this is going to be a direct prequel to Alien. The producers say it’s not completely meant to be but don’t fret because this is absolutely fine as its own stand-alone film. Prometheus is gorgeous right out of the gates, and the escalation of tension is gripping.

The horror aspects are tasteful as there are no cheap scares or unnecessary gore, but don’t dismiss that as tamed either. The story can be deep as many people will be coming up with interesting theories about that universe’s idea of faith, imortality, and the Alien mythos. Yes, there are some loopholes and you can poke holes in the script but not enough for a thumb's down.

Redline

• 2009
• Action
• Animation
• Sci-fi

This is insanely ridiculous and you won't care who wins the race because you'll just enjoy watching it. The animation and visuals are outstandingly loony and that's all it's got going for it.

Macross Frontier the Movie: The False Songstress

• 2009
• Animation
• Sci-fi

Hey, I’m in the mood to watch a Japanimation and I loved Robotech as a kid so why not.

There are pop songs with lyrics such as “At my wink signal, dive into my chest. Pure heart, go and violate my exposed thighs...The limit is vague 1000%” (extra zero is not a typo). I wouldn’t normally poke fun at that because I’m sure it doesn’t translate over well but when the lyrics are shown on screen like karaoke, sung in broken english, and happening constantly – well, fuck them. As for characters, we have the male hero (who has the longest hair in the film) stuck in a love triangle with a woman and a girl who looks like she’s 10. The two girl's singing is also the key to defeating the alien invaders. There is a second movie in this series but I would rather chug bleach.

John Carter

• 2012
• Action
• Adventure
• Fantasy
• Sci-fi

I definitely got my nerd fix with all of the incredible CG. I'm just glad that it's "John Carter of Mars," rather than Earth. Stay there, John. I've had enough of you, thanks.

PS: Good job, Disney. You just figured out how to make a lot of blood suitable for PG-13 by replacing it with ink.

Chronicle

• 2012
• Drama
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

It's a mix of The Craft and Japan's famous Akira. A fun and semi-serious film about how super powers will magnify an adolescent's personality, in which this case, can be disastrous. A lot of different types of movie-goers will enjoy this.

Battleship

• 2012
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

I'm okay with mindless, Summer, blockbuster films but the dialogue in this is so bad that if those aliens spoke English, they would just pack up their spaceships and leave.

The Avengers

• 2012
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

If you haven't heard by now how much fun this movie is or how it broke the $1 billion mark in its second week, it's all true and it delivers on the hype. Superhero movies have been great because directors and writers are able to instill drama into them that is believably human.

Joss Whedon does it on grand scale with multiple egos, and yet, every character is given ample screen time to voice their cause and resistance. Yearly 'top 10' films are usually reserved for hard-hitting dramas with highly emotional performances but I think The Avengers deserves a spot.

Beyond the Black Rainbow

• 2010
• Mystery
• Sci-fi

This is not good, but I like it. I'm really into the nostalgic, Sci-fi style, and the retro score that compliments it so well. Some of the nightmare-ish scenes remind me of the psychedelic masterpiece, Pink Floyd: The Wall. If none of these things appeal to you, then it's best you stay very far away from this one or else you'll regret it.

The Cabin in the Woods

• 2012
• Fantasy
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Like comedy? You'll laugh at this. If you like horror, you'll love this. If you do not like horror, you will feel safe. If you're into Sci-fi, that's in here too. If you're a movie snob, you'll appreciate the well-written script. If silly, low-brow cinema is more your thing, then you'll have fun. The Cabin in the Woods is a ridiculous masterpiece!

For those curious. The less you know, the better. Just go watch it.

The Darkest Hour

• 2011
• Action
• Horror
• Sci-fi

This is hilariously bad and I love to hate it! The atmosphere in the beginning is upscale as it takes place in a high-end office and then in a sexy club with beautiful, young people. Towards the end, it turns into a homeless version of Ghostbusters.

Real Steel

• 2011
• Action
• Drama
• Sci-fi

Look at this shit. Just look at it!



*Spoiler* This fucking sucks.

The Hunger Games

• 2012
• Action
• Drama
• Sci-fi

It's rare to see great acting in a Sci-fi film and that's the main reason why I went to watch this. Jennifer Lawrence really pulls you into her dystopian world but I was treated with more than her good performance. I like Sci-fi, rad costumes, teenage violence, and this film delivers all that. As someone who did not read the books, I can say that this definitely lives up to the marketing hype and I am looking forward to the rest of the series.

Apollo 18

• 2011
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

This is irritating. I get that they're trying to go for the retro style of found footage but enough with the relentless eyesore of effects. If you're not annoyed or bored to death by the climax, then congratulations, you have managed to finish a crappy movie.

Another Earth

• 2011
• Drama
• Sci-fi

This film favors form over function. Its overly poetic scenes hope to distract you from the loose storyline. It's not hard to follow, I just wish it was smarter because an original concept like this deserves to be.

In Time

• 2011
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Two hours in the film's universe is very valuable. Two hours in our universe is not a big deal...but I still want my two hours back for watching this. I wasn't expecting this to be good, I was just hoping for something half-ass decent, because I really like the concept. Huge let-down.

Cowboys & Aliens

• 2011
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

If the aliens invaded these cowboys for something that ridiculous then they have to, they just have to, have some sort of back story as to why. That's only one of the many dumb things about this. The film is as stupid as the title.

The Thing

• 2011
• Horror
• Mystery
• Sci-fi

The thing about this is that it just magnifies on how gross the original was and it succeeds somewhat. The monster is absolutely disgusting, but it is CG. Beyond all of that, it's not a good film especially how they tried to throw in some origin about the monster. I knew I should have waited for the DVD but my urge to see a horror got the best of me.

Attack the Block

• 2011
• Action
• Comedy
• Sci-fi

Young or old, this film was able to create a nostalgic vibe and I dig that. It's about a bunch of hooligans that witness the beginning of an alien invasion and with nobody to support them, they take matters into their own hands.

Melancholia

• 2011
• Drama
• Sci-fi

This is a gorgeous movie and one of Lars Von Trier's less looney scripts. It's not hard to follow and and the music complimented all the beautiful scenes very well. Kirsten Dunst's performance was exceptional and everything else about the film left me satisfied.

Green Lantern

• 2011
• Action
• Adventure
• Fantasy
• Sci-fi

I love Sci-fi, aliens, and all that nerdiness but man, this film is ridiculous. Movies like X-Men: First Class, Thor, or Iron Man, give nerds a better reputation. Green Lantern just reminds everyone how embarrassing being a nerd can be.

Like other superhero movies, you will have some fun with this. It's not boring at all, it's just very average. The only thing that was above average was Sinestro, played by Mark Strong.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon

• 2011
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

Michael Bay’s Transformers movies will always be liked by the masses and disliked by the critics. People will keep on paying to see stuff explode, no matter how stupid it is. I’m really tired of this franchise and I’m glad I waited for the $1 rental because that’s all it’s worth.

Pitch Black

• 2000
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

I heard this was good when it came out in 2000. Watching it now, the movie obviously doesn't live up but that's OK, it is an enjoyable Sci-fi thriller. Sure, it has its cheesiness but the film is surprisingly brutal and fun.

Paul

• 2011
• Adventure
• Comedy
• Sci-fi

What a mother-sucking-butt-farting awesome movie! It is funny, well-written, and actually quite touching. Oh, and Kristen Wiig is hilarious in it. Why would you not love this movie?

Captain America: The First Avenger

• 2011
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

This is a perfect depiction of America. Sensationalized media, arrogant strategies, and unnatural body enhancements. Go USA for making this fun-ass movie!

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

• 2011
• Action
• Drama
• Sci-fi

Cesar (the main monkey) is definitely the star in this and it's one of those rare times where a story is told so well just by facial expressions and body language. You'll get attached to Cesar as he ventures through his life journey. I am definitely looking forward to the sequel.

Priest

• 2011
• Action
• Horror
• Sci-fi

Have you seen Legion? This movie is just like Legion except it isn't as bad. Don't read too much into that, this still sucks.

The Adjustment Bureau

• 2011
• Romance
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

I really dig the pairing of Matt Damon and Emily Blunt. I wasn't too crazy about the ending but I can look past that. This is a unique concept that will alter the perspective on your own love life and if a movie can do that, then it's good.

Source Code

• 2011
• Mystery
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

What would you do if you knew you only had minutes to live? I know what I would do, I would watch this movie again!

Do you admire the director, Duncan Jones? Have you seen Moon? Do you like bitter-sweet, Sci-fi films? If you answered "yes" to any of those then you will really enjoy this movie. If you answered "yes" to all three questions, then you're going love this. One of my new personal favorites.

Super 8

• 2011
• Mystery
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Super Gr8

Limitless

• 2011
• Mystery
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

I thought this was going to be a cheesy and over-glamorous movie when I first saw the trailer. I was wrong! This is fun as hell and I recommend it if you're in the mood for a smart thriller. Drugs are great!

I Am Number Four

• 2011
• Action
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

"I'm a hot teenager with bone-cracking super powers. I like that girl because she is hot, but I don't know how to ask her out. These superpowers really interfere with my social popularity, which makes me shy. Dad! Get out of my room! I'll save the world later!"

RoboCop 3

• 1993
• Action
• Crime
• Sci-fi

           

Robocop 2

• 1990
• Action
• Crime
• Sci-fi

           

TRON: Legacy

• 2010
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

Like the first Tron, there is nothing really spectacular here except for the brain-melting visuals. Both films are similar with characters we don't care about. And both have amazing Sci-fi soundtracks. This isn't a good movie but it's an accurate sequel.

Monsters

• 2010
• Drama
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Not only is the acting horrible and the movie boring as hell but this is some of the worst writing I've seen. If you like shouting "what the fuck?" throughout a movie, then go ahead and watch this.

Skyline

• 2010
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Get the movies Independence Day, Cloverfield, War of the Worlds, and marinate them in raw sewage. Then replace every decent actor with drunk, LA underwear models and you got Skyline!

Arena

• 1989
• Sci-fi
• Sport

Imagine Mike Tyson's Punch-out and The Fifth Element had a baby. Arena is that baby.

Surprisingly, the film's bad acting and all around cheesiness is not the cringe factor here. It's all the extra actors in the background. If you missed it the first time and hate yourself enough to watch this again, pay attention to the crowd.

Halloween III: Season of the Witch

• 1982
• Horror
• Mystery
• Sci-fi

Oh god, 5-year old kids shouldn't watch this! There are pumpkin masks that make people go insane or melt their heads! I thought Michael Myers was going to be in this. What is going on!

Battle for Terra

• 2007
• Animation
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi

The graphics production is not that grand compared to other Pixar movies and the story is not as clever or touching but it is enjoyable. It's also a bit more serious than what you would expect from these types of animated films.

Piranha 3D

• 2010
• Action
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Have you seen Black Sheep? If you have, then this is the aquatic version of it, go watch this now!

If you haven't then you'll like this but only if you turn your brain completely off. Embrace the over-the-top gore and awesome kindergarten dialog and you'll have a blast – and big laughs.

Gattaca

• 1997
• Drama
• Romance
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

This is a Sci-fi gem from 1997 with an intriguing concept and well-told story. There are also a lot of beautiful shots so don't pass this one up.

Inception

• 2010
• Drama
• Mystery
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

At the time of this writing (July 18, 2010), I am stating that this is the best movie I have ever seen.

Predators

• 2010
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

Fans have been complaining about the franchise after the first Predator movie and then came the crap storm that was the Aliens vs. Predators movies. I thought this was balanced between action and suspense while giving the fans what they've been asking for; a Predator movie that doesn't suck, horribly.

Splice

• 2010
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

The storyline transforms as much as the creature does. This turned out to be a lot better than I thought it was going to be. It's a must-watch for any horror or Sci-fi fans.

Hot Tub Time Machine

• 2010
• Comedy
• Sci-fi

You can't go wrong with a comedy that's based in the 80's. It's like Oldschool with a time machine.

Mr. Nobody

• 2009
• Drama
• Fantasy
• Romance
• Sci-fi

Mr. Nobody is a very cerebral film. It will make you wonder about the universe all the while showing you beautiful scenes of alternate love. I can't say that I fully understood it, but I like it enough.

Iron Man 2

• 2010
• Action
• Adventure
• Sci-fi
• Thriller

It's bad enough there are loud teenagers holding their crying babies in the theaters. Downey and Paltrow yapping over each other adds more annoyance. Overall, it's a really fun movie and if you're a nerd, make sure to stay for the bonus footage after the credits.