Philip Etemesi

Nairobi

Writer and Critic at Freelance

~ Author of The Fornicator ~ Film commentator at @MovieWeb ~ Chelsea FC fan 🌐LET'S END RACISM🥇

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Articles

Why Guillermo del Toro's 'Thor' Movie Never Happened

4 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

What would Hollywood be without Guillermo del Toro? A recipient of three Oscars, two Golden Globes, and one Emmy, the filmmaker is known for making movies that have a strong connection to Gothic fiction, fairy tales, and horror. He is widely appreciated for being one of the pioneers of dark fantasy and reliance on insect-like and underworld motifs. Del Toro has also had a fascination with monsters, and that’s the reason he was very willing to make the 1000th adaptation of Frankenstein.
10 Best Vampire Movies To Watch on Prime Before They Leave

5 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

Why are vampire movies still popular in the 2020s? Many factors have contributed to the never-ending appeal of "blood suckers," but the main one is that there are so many ways the story could go. You could have a vampire who is just a caring mother eager to get treatment for her son, as is the case in Blood Red Sky, or a vampire who happens to be a former member of Al Capone’s Chicago Outfit, as in Sinners. There are also the traditional kinds of vampires who want nothing but chaos.
10 Must-Watch Movies That Cost Less Than $100,000 To Make

5 days ago | movieweb.com | James Byrkit |Philip Etemesi

Every director would like to have a good budget before they make their movie, but more money doesn’t always translate to more success or better quality. Lately, we’ve seen several cases of big-budget movies failing to make a profit. Some filmmakers also tend to get too ambitious when they are handed fatter budgets. A lot of cash gets allocated to the wrong aspects of filmmaking, resulting in disjointed and tasteless films.
All 6 ‘Despicable Me’ Movies, Ranked According to Rotten Tomatoes

5 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

Despicable Me — centering on the secret agent, Gru, his adoptive daughters, and his yellow-colored minions — remains one of the most revered franchises in Hollywood. So far, the installments have collectively grossed $5.4 billion, making this the most profitable animated franchise of all time. The films have also been nominated for numerous awards, including Oscars, BAFTAs, and Golden Globes. Additionally, there are several theme parks that true fans can visit to engage in various fun activities.
10 Forgotten Vampire TV Shows Worth Digging Back Up

6 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

Like vampires themselves, fans of "bloodsucker" stories have always had something to sip. Many vampire-related productions get made each year (especially in the horror genre), and in 2025, we’ve already seen one of the best: Sinners. But even though something good comes to cinemas annually, television tends to have quantity and (arguably) quality. From Buffy the Vampire Slayer to The Vampire Slayer, there is never a shortage of amazing shows.
10 Classic Movies That Are Non-Stop Action From Start to Finish

6 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

There’s something about classic movies. Some say they were made with more love. Others say they capture the little details better. Whether this is true or not is up for debate, but there’s always a special feeling one gets while watching the gems from the past. One gets to appreciate the history of cinema and understand the minds of actors and filmmakers who laid the foundation for the rest. If you are an action fan, you might be wondering what to explore from the past.
'Titanic' Fans Are Missing Out on This Unofficial 2024 Sequel

6 days ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

James Cameron’s Titanic has a perfect ending. Heartbreaking? Certainly. Still, it’s as perfect as a conclusion can be. In it, Jack allows Rose to float on the wooden paneling by herself, sacrificing himself and dying of hypothermia. This was Cameron’s version of “Catch a bullet for you,” and it achieved the desired effect, leaving audiences across moved and in a debating mood. Was there space for both of them? Who cares? Neither character was real anyway.
10 Greatest Sherlock Holmes Movies You Haven't Seen

1 week ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

People have been obsessed with Sherlock Holmes ever since the character debuted in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1887 novel, A Study in Scarlet. Over 25,000 stage adaptations, movies, television shows, and publications have featured the fictional British detective in some capacity, and Guinness World Records lists him as the most portrayed human literary character on the big and small screens. That means that even if you are the biggest Holmes fan, some adaptations might have dodged your radar.
All 6 TV Shows Starring Tim Allen in a Lead Role, Ranked

1 week ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

Tim Allen is proof that arriving late on the stage doesn’t necessarily mean one will have fewer chances of success. The 53-year-old actor had his first screen role in 1988, a time when most of his peers had already established themselves in their careers. Still, he became a big deal. The actor and comedian attracted much praise while starring in the ABC sitcom Home Improvement, a role that earned him a Golden Globe Award.
Every 'How to Train Your Dragon' Movie & TV Show, Ranked According to Rotten Tomatoes

1 week ago | movieweb.com | Philip Etemesi

The live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon is doing exceptionally well, powering through the box office charts and receiving high praise from both fans and critics. Disney could surely learn a thing from two from Universal regarding how to do a proper live-action remake. However, the latest installment could also be doing well because audiences simply adore this franchise. Fans have gladly consumed the dragon tales ever since British author Cressida Cowell started writing the book series.