Jamie Righetti

Jamie Righetti is an author and freelance film critic from New York City. She loves horror movies, Keanu Reeves, BioShock and her Siberian Husky, Nugget.

‘Dark Waters’ is an Italian Horror Gem Worth Discovering

Director Mariano Baino also shares some of the film's unlikely inspirations. Read More

Review — ‘Thumper’ is an Unmissable and Taut Crime Thriller

‘Thumper’ is an Unmissable and Taut Crime ThrillerBambi is nowhere to be found in this story riddled with poverty, meth and… Read More

‘Phoenix Forgotten’ Blurs the Line Between Fact and Fiction

Director Justin Barber tells his own ‘X-Files’ Story inspired by real-life events.On Thursday, March 13, 1997 a strange event occurred… Read More

Is Chris Evans ‘Gifted’ Enough to Lead a Non-Marvel Film?

His history of underperforming at the box office makes predicting a post-Marvel career tricky.If the image of a bearded, flannel-clad Chris… Read More

Should Netflix Make Shorter Marvel Series?

Even at its best, thirteen episodes seems to drag out the action.I have a confession to make: I still haven’t finished… Read More

Director Alice Lowe On Reshaping the Revenge Genre

The director dishes on industry bias, ‘Taxi Driver’ and turning a perceived setback into opportunity. Read More

Sean Byrne Talks ‘The Devil’s Candy’ and Its Dark Spin on Occult Horror

The director opens up about how his fears inspired the heavy metal infused homage.It’s hard to adequately describe The Devil’s Candy,… Read More

Texas: The Best Supporting State in The Movies of 2016

Some of last year’s best films also showcased why the state’s diverse locale is the ideal setting.2016 was a banner year… Read More

‘The Blackcoat’s Daughter’ Director Osgood Perkins on His Stark and Terrifying Exploration of Loss

Director Osgood Perkins reveals the inspirations behind his latest film and why he prefers storytelling in horror.Late last year, director Osgood… Read More