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Did Morgan Wallen Just Shiv Hollywood's Awards Racket?
It's an honor just to be nominated. Or is it? Awards were once the most logical way to honor great artists across pop culture. Grammys. Emmys. Oscars. Tonys. Golden Globes. And, in many ways, that's still the case. Yet we've seen awards bodies grow increasingly political in recent years, suggesting it's not enough to be the best at your particular field. You have to think the 'right' way, too. Or, in the case of the Academy Awards, check the 'right' Identity Politics boxes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg2RO_ytAWQ Just recently, major news sites suggested Stephen Colbert's 'Late Show' will finally snag an Emmy for
'Toxic Avenger' Doubles Down on Franchise's Favorite Target
The original “Toxic Avenger” made do with a microscopic budget and stars who weren’t recognizable then … or now. The inevitable remake boasts three top-flight actors and a similar sense of comic glee. Writer/director Macon Blair doesn’t take full advantage of the monumental gains made for indie filmmakers since the roarin’ ‘80s. 'The Toxic Avenger' remains a silly, splattery good time that's both lightweight and a missed opportunity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZn2a9wwzuw&pp=ygUedGhlIHRveGljIGF2ZW5nZXIgdHJhaWxlciAyMDI1&pbjreload=102 It’s not a “Toxic” film if those eeeevil corporations don’t take it on the chin. This time, it’s a mega company called BT Healthstyle that holds sway over society. Enter Winston
FireAid: Latest Example of Woke Celebrity Privilege?
Why do celebrities turn awards show speeches into political rants? Because they can, for starters. They also know there's no journalist within shouting distance to fact-check their claims. Nor will reporters press them on their lecture's details. A similar protection comes via celebrity relief efforts. Stars share their talent and time for various causes, typically with the best of intentions. What if those intentions aren't enough? Enter FireAid. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrEKrBs1LVQ The Jan. 30 event drew a who's who of music to help Californians battered by this year's raging wildfires. Think Green Day, Pink, Stephen Stills, the Black Crowes, Lady Gaga, Sting,
Cumberbatch, Colman Make 'The Roses' Riveting
“The Roses” leaves the “War” part out on purpose. Part of the glee associated with Danny DeVito’s coal-black “War of the Roses” was watching two beautiful people attack each other with everything in their arsenal. It wasn’t pretty, but the 1989 film sure was memorable. The quasi, sort-of remake, “The Roses,” can’t help but wallow in the marital mud. It’s more of an urbane affair, featuring two elite stars who know the deepest cuts come from insults, not flying dishes. Casting Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch transforms a modest film into a keeper. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETBY06YJ2Q8 Cumberbatch and Colman have a meet
Luis Guzman: Latino Trump Voters Are 'Ignorant'
Luis Guzmán has spent decades in the Hollywood trenches. The veteran actor pings from comedy to serious drama, a versatility that suits his latest role on Netflix's 'Wednesday.' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueCc-AYUMRs Guzmán plays family patriarch Gomez Addams on the show, now in its second season. The series focuses on the clan's dark cloud of a daughter, played by Jenna Ortega, but allows for the iconic family to be part of her journey. The star isn't known for his political opinions a la Mark Ruffalo, Sean Penn or Cynthia Nixon. He still weighed in on President Donald Trump during a recent interview on
Can 'Weapons' Break Genre Movie Curse?
The late Dieter Laser delivered a performance for the ages in 'The Human Centipede.' Yes, the 2009 shocker wasn't for everyone and leaned hard into its grotesque elements. But Laser's detached, deliciously evil surgeon made the film an instant classic. And he had no chance of awards season love for a genre movie of its kind. Too dark. Too grisly. Too off-putting. The same fate awaits Jai Courtney, star of the 2025 thriller 'Dangerous Animals.' The film, which earned $6.8 million worldwide earlier this year, cast him as a shark-obsessed serial killer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR2btzjmmuc Courtney proved electric as Tucker, a complicated
Why 'Generation-Covid' Doc Could Prevent Future Lockdowns
Andrew James made his first documentary as a lark. The Montana resident co-directed “Cleanflix,” the story of movie studios suing companies for editing out their films' mature content, during his BYU days. “We had no idea what we were doing,” a humble James tells Hollywood in Toto. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVwCa87qrC0 “Cleanflix” earned a slot at the Toronto International Film Festival and generated strong reviews. The accidental fame upended his professional goals. “That was it … I wanna make movies now.” The experience gave James a golden ticket, of sorts, into the documentary film arena. He spent time at the Sundance Institute, sharpening
John Fogerty Pumps Brakes on Trump Derangement Syndrome
It's not enough for celebrities to smite President Donald Trump over and again. Too many target Trump voters directly. Jason Bateman: Trump voters 'need a talking to.' Ethan Embry: MAGA types are 'f***ing idiots' Bryan Cranston: 'What I now worry about is the sanity of anyone who can still support this deeply troubled man to lead our country.” That's just a sample. It's why what one 1960s rocker just said comes as a shock. John Fogerty's music with Creedence Clearwater Revival remains beloved to generations of rock fans. Tracks like 'Bad Moon Rising' and 'Proud Mary' capped the Flower Power era
Is Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' a Cult Classic ... Already?
There are two ways to rate 'Madame Web.' The first? It's an abysmal part of the superhero craze, a brain-dead flop that insulted just about everyone. Or ... it's a must-see comedy where every flat line reading and absurd plot point makes us howl. Choose one, but know the 2024 dud is destined to be a cult classic. As Thanos says, it's 'inevitable.' Can we say the same about the new 'War of the Worlds,' mere weeks after its Prime Video debut? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9erkpdh5o0 Ice Cube stars as a cyber-security whiz watching a global takeover from his desktop computer. Yes, almost
Disney Ditches Spike Lee's Colin Kaepernick Docuseries
It takes a lot to keep Spike Lee quiet. The Oscar winner's hot takes are legendary, and he weighs in on everything from black cinema to the current White House occupant. Yet he can't spare a syllable about his just-canceled Colin Kaepernick docuseries? Did the cat get his tongue? No. The NDA did. ESPN will ‘no longer proceed’ with Spike Lee’s Colin Kaepernick docuseries: ‘It’s not coming out’ https://t.co/IAIGjeR2q3 pic.twitter.com/XCtI7QePJW — New York Post (@nypost) August 16, 2025 Lee offered an extended 'no comment' on the red carpet over the weekend as news of his Kaepernick series' demise hit the
Shaming Works: TIFF Backpedals, Will Screen Oct. 7 Doc
When journalists do their job right, good things happen. They hold politicians accountable, reveal scandals that deserve the light of day and, in the case of the arts, protect free speech principles. Consider how Amazon briefly blocked the 2020 documentary 'What Killed Michael Brown?' for absurd reasons. A few major media stories on the matter later, and the mega-company changed course. Amazon Buckles, Agrees to Stream ‘What Killed Michael Brown?’ https://t.co/WNUFJA5q5c pic.twitter.com/A6eZJ5QdsG — Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) October 23, 2020 The bigger message remains clear. Shining a light on censorship-like efforts can make them less likely to occur. It's one reason
This 'Relay' Will Make You Snooze
David Mackenzie’s “Relay” opens with a corporate worker being assured by a suit-and-tie executive that he will be safe and that, after an exchange of information and veiled threats, it will be, hopefully, the last time the two will ever see each other. The middleman of this transaction, a “fixer” named Tom (Riz Ahmed), isn’t even present during the interaction. His influence and assistance in this tense, potentially dangerous one-on-one isn’t just essential, it’s his expertise. Tom is the unseen but vital element that keeps whistleblowers and innocent victims safe when dealing with powerful corporations that can make any problem
There's No Escape from Ron Howard's Screechy 'Eden'
Ron Howard’s “Eden” is a morbidly fascinating depiction of a group of adventurous Europeans who traveled to the island of Floreana and created a home in the tropics. We meet the acclaimed Dr. Ritter (Jude Law), whose manifesto on Floreana is why others gradually journey there. Dr. Ritter lives a bitter existence with his fed-up wife (Vanessa Kirby) and spends most of his time typing away at a purported game-changer of a new book. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w860o1CceTk Heinz (Daniel Bruhl) and Margaret (Sydney Sweeney) arrive on Floreana, in the midst of the Galapagos Islands, with their young boy and a lot of
'What Lies Beneath' Would Make Alfred Hitchcock Proud
Robert Zemeckis’ “What Lies Beneath” was made before he immersed himself deeply (perhaps too deeply) into CGI overload and was still making films about people faced with unfathomable personal obstacles. I don’t mean that to sound like sour grapes, only that Zemeckis’ current work feels like an off period (more on that later), whereas movies he made decades ago are among the very best of the post- “Jaws” (1975) late-20th-century-through-today model of blockbuster filmmaking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6nTJMdrGVU Norman (Harrison Ford) and Claire (Michelle Pfeiffer) find themselves empty nesters for the first time, as their daughter heads off to college and leaves them
'Elephant in the Room' Is Perfect Rom-Com for Trump Era
Hollywood has spent the last decade attacking Donald Trump from every possible angle. Save one. What if a dyed-in-the-wool liberal met a handsome MAGA man and, gasp, felt butterflies with every glance? 'The Elephant in the Room' dares to address that question, and it's a minefield in more ways than one. Kudos to writer/director Erik Bork for not only navigating what could have been a calamitous premise but bringing balance to the story. Not 'The View's' four Leftists versus one GOP RINO brand of balance, mind you. And, yeah, it's both charming and romantic. Now, will it change those unwilling
Five for Fighting Defies Music Industry's Silence on Hostage Crisis
The Boss won’t do it. Taylor Swift can’t shake it off. Beyonce? Queen Bey has other royal matters to attend to. Musicians have gone virtually silent on the Israeli hostages held in Gaza for more than 680 days. We're more likely to hear pro-Palestinian chants at a music festival that pleads for their return. Even singers who politicize their concerts, like Trump critics Bruce Springsteen and Pearl Jam, avoid the subject. Not John Ondrasik. I am Honored to collaborate with current hostage Alon Ohel’s mother Idit, brother Ronen, family and friends with this new version of “Superman” to support Alon,
Carolla, Dr. Drew Decode Comey's Cringe Swiftie Video
Former FBI Director James Comey united the country this week ... but not on purpose. His viral video extolling Taylor Swift and attacking President Donald Trump drew snickers across the aisle. Even the cartoonishly Left Daily Beast dubbed the video 'creepy.' See for yourself. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivJ-GVHxDl4 Among those slamming the video? The hosts of 'The Adam and Dr. Drew Show.' The podcast played some of Comey's video, wondering why a 64-year-old adult would do such a thing. Adam Carolla and Dr. Drew Pinsky think they solved the riddle. 'I couldn't watch the whole thing. It was so cringey,' Dr. Pinsky
Not Even Denzel Can Save 'Highest 2 Lowest'
Spike Lee has seen too many movies. How else to explain 'Highest 2 Lowest,' a farcical thriller where nearly every twist feels like it was cribbed from a lesser film. Shouldn't Lee know better? Even worse, he doesn't know what to do with one of our greatest living actors. Yes, Lee and Denzel Washington made magic in the past, but the actor's role here never makes sense. Not in the beginning, middle or end of the film. That's movie magic in reverse. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sh8yqcozfn8 Washington stars as David King, a music mogul struggling through a professional crisis. Should he sell his
Jimmy Kimmel Pretends to Care About Free Speech
Jimmy Kimmel flexed his free speech rights on Comedy Central's 'The Man Show.' Did he ever. The series let Kimmel and co-star Adam Carolla crack wise from a decidedly male point of view. One infamous sketch? The show set up a faux stand asking passers-by to decry women's suffrage. Some didn't realize the phrase meant a woman's right to vote. Kimmel also repeatedly donned 'blackface' to mimic Oprah Winfrey and Karl Malone. We get a night full of Jimmy Kimmel lecturing conservatives. Yes, this Jimmy Kimmel of Karl Malone blackface fame pic.twitter.com/HRa8oN8IQh — Comfortably Smug (@ComfortablySmug) March 5, 2018 But
Eddie Murphy Needs Yet Another Comeback
A new Eddie Murphy movie was an EVENT in the '80s. The 'Saturday Night Live' alum gave Hollywood an electric star who could mine laughter from any scenario - even 'The Golden Child.' Murphy later flexed his dramatic chops, earning an Oscar nomination for his turn in 2006'a 'Dreamgirls.' And, along the way, he starred in one of the most embarrassing flops in modern film history. 'The Adventures of Pluto Nash,' anyone? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXC1p4Y-TuE Yet director Craig Brewer revived Murphy's career with 'Dolemite Is My Name,' a 2019 Netflix comedy that reminded us just how good the superstar can be on
Report: Obamas Cancel Cheryl Hines Over Trump Ties
Women have it hard in Hollywood. That's not woke. It's the truth. Starlets are expected to stay forever young, or at least look that way, or see their acting prospects dim. Amy Schumer's 'Last F***able Day' sketch hit home because it had a kernel of truth to it. (Warning: adult language) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPpsI8mWKmg It explains why the producers behind 'Bill & Ted Face the Music' ditched the franchise's original actresses for newer, younger stars. 'Top Gun: Maverick' brought back original star Val Kilmer even though he had lost most of his voice from throat cancer, but not co-star Kelly McGillis.
These Lovebird Couples Can't Click on Screen
Melissa McCarthy was Hollywood's 'It' funny lady when studios still cared about big-screen comedies. That clout came with a decided perk. It allowed McCarthy to team with her husband, director Ben Falcone, on a series of film romps. Projects like 'Life of the Party,' 'SuperIntelligence' and 'Thunder Force' followed. Yikes. Be careful what you wish for. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnx6-YLXFwg Long-term relationships are tricky in Tinsel Town. It must be tantalizing to work with a romantic partner, rather than spend weeks at a time away from home on a movie set. And kudos to McCarthy and Falcone for surviving in an industry that chews
Could Woke Backlash Crush 'Wizard of Oz' Remake?
Some movies should be left alone. 'Casablanca.' 'Citizen Kane.' Even 'Back to the Future.' Hollywood studios may have remake mania - There's a new 'Basic Instinct' on the way, as well as a race-swapped 'Death of a Salesman.' Even film executives know there are some titles that shouldn't be touched. For many movie fans, 'The Wizard of Oz' falls into that category. Yes, we've had a musical spin on the tale (1978's 'The Wiz') and various prequels and spinoffs (1985's 'Return to Oz,' 2013's 'Oz the Great and Powerful'). The original remains so magical, so remarkable, that a remake seems
The Novel as the Foundation of Art
I love movies, I want to save movies, and this is about movies. I was always in my seat at the theater early enough not to miss a single trailer and rarely missed a new release there. Movies have been my passion since my youth. And I, like you, recognize the general loss of creativity in American cinema. The effects ('Independence Day’s' city destruction, 'The Thing’s' disgusting animatronics) have been replaced with CGI. The CGI has been replaced with bad CGI. It's Not Just the Visuals Once, not just memorable but transformative music has become largely functional. The scores for
Lorne Michaels: Trump Is 'Committing Crimes' in 'Broad Daylight'
'Saturday Night Live' once kept presidents honest with its wild and crazy humor. And then President Barack Obama entered the political scene. The iconic show has never been the same since, though that's no fault of the nation's first black president. It was a creative choice by show founder Lorne Michaels. Under Michaels' tutelage, 'SNL' suddenly became a partisan affair that pulled its punches when Democrats behaved badly. And it's only grown more one-sided since then. Bill Maher Blasts 'Lying' SNL for Portraying MAGA as Racist: 'As a Liberal, I Don't Like It' https://t.co/O21l256tTb — Mediaite (@Mediaite) May 19, 2025
'Went Up the Hill' Looks Death Square in the Eye
Samuel Van Grinsven’s “Went Up the Hill” is a ghost story and psychological drama that meditates on grief. It works best as the latter and hardly at all as the former. In a gorgeous, remote location, full of mountains and vast, empty spaces (the stunning setting is in New Zealand), a funeral is taking place. We meet the deceased’s wife, Jill (Vicky Krieps) and Jack (Dacre Montgomery), the son who was left behind and shows up unexpectedly. After the service, Jack and Jill learn how much they have in common, their lives defined by the one who died. Their relationship
NEW: Anti-Communist Film Festival Arrives at Perfect Time
Few people know the power of pop culture as well as Mark Judge. The indefatigable journalist has been covering the arts for decades. His work explores the intersection between art and politics, pushing past 'hot takes' and knee-jerk criticism. He continues the Andrew Breitbart legacy, providing the heartland with a forum for exploring the arts. He also got dragged into one of the most jaw-dropping scandals of the modern era - the Brett Kavanaugh hearings. He's written about that personal nightmare via 'The Devil's Triangle: Mark Judge vs. the New American Stasi.' Now, he's leading the charge to create a
How This Indie Filmmaker Stared Down Identity Politics
I remember middle school and the first time I heard of something called the “popular” kids. Who were they? And why were there so few of them? Soon, I began to realize it had to do with socioeconomic status - If you didn’t own Polo, no need to apply. There was going to be school elections, so I decided I would run for the one position a sixth grader could run for - Treasurer. Not quite sure what that position was responsible for, perhaps allocating the nickels collected for milk. All the kids told me that I shouldn’t run because
'Alien: Earth' Hasn't Closed the Deal ... Yet
Noah Hawley’s “Alien: Earth” has finally landed. After being announced five years ago, the highly anticipated sci-fi/horror “Alien” (1979) spinoff TV series has arrived on Hulu. At press time, I’ve only seen the first two installments of the 8-episode season. Like any first impression, my views will likely fluctuate after I watch the entire season. Certain aspects that looked great early on may take a dive, or initially unpromising components might develop into highlights. For now, after years of waiting and 120 minutes into the 2025 series I’ve been anticipating the most all year, here’s my first impression of where
Why 'Nobody 2' Is Guaranteed to Please Action Fans
Nobody needed a vacation more than Hutch Mansell. The unlikely hero of 2021's 'Nobody' is back, and this time he's taking his family to an old-school water park. Except he can't help doing a little 'work' on the side. 'Nobody 2' understands why the first film defied expectations, even if it lacks that movie's element of surprise. What's left? More bone-crunching action, a ripe sense of humor and the feeling that this franchise could overlap the 'John Wick' saga without anyone batting an eye. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5X2pt95cIo Bob Odenkirk returns as Hutch, the assassin next door whose double life is an open
Marc Maron Denies Censorship, Gets Schooled by Feminist
Marc Maron wishes he could police the jokes you can and cannot tell. His fellow Leftists can't, at least not anymore. And he's furious about it. Maron once told all the naughty jokes that flashed across his mind. Later, he got 'woke' and started attacking comedians who dared to flex their creative freedom. 'Fascists,' he cried, missing the irony in his statement. Marc Maron Says Podcasts Have 'Unleashed a Format That Can Be Used for Dubious Means, Propaganda and Pure Evil' — And He Partly Blames Himself https://t.co/6Xm8SD3Xse — Variety (@Variety) June 10, 2025 Plus, he argues it wasn't a
Is the Left Learning the Error of Its Woke Ways?
Living in a bubble has its drawbacks. Take Hollywood, an industry where the quest for diversity is literally skin deep. Sure, La La Land denizens come from all walks of life, but they generally read from the progressive playbook. Black actors. Asian screenwriters. Female directors. Hispanic screenwriters. They voted for Kamala Harris last fall, or at least told everyone they did on Instagram. The reporters who cover the industry fall under a similar umbrella. That means reality often lurks just beyond reach. Case in point: The American public had little interest in the woke agenda, then or especially now. Some
Ice Cube on ICE: 'They Want to Traumatize People'
Maybe Ice Cube is still sore about 'War of the Worlds'' Rotten Tomatoes score. The rapper-turned-actor got skewered for his reimagining of the H.G. Wells classic earlier this month. The film is now playing exclusively on Prime Video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9erkpdh5o0 Now, he's weighing on more important matters, like an administration willing to enforce the country's immigration laws. And he's not too happy about it. Ice Cube spoke to Real 92.3's 'The Cruz Show' last week about his BIG3 basketball league and his music career. Host J Cruz brought up recent ICE raids that caught the attention of just about everyone, including
Is Amazon Punishing 'Michael Brown' Doc (Again)?
Amazon's track record with conservative art is sketchy, at best. Censorial may be a better adjective. The mega-company yanked 'Created Equal: Clarence Thomas In His Own Words' four years ago from its digital shelves. No warning. No explanation. The company did so during Black History Month, making the move all the more confounding. Amazon Boots Clarence Thomas Doc From Streaming During Black History Month https://t.co/05OE1K5BMl pic.twitter.com/L2yg7MqJlO — Daily Wire (@realDailyWire) February 26, 2021 He immediately reached out to Amazon's customer service department to find out what happened and, hopefully, restore the reviews. The director supplied Amazon's team with screen shots
Howard Stern Deserved a Better Ending Than This
Howard Stern interrupted his summer vacation this week to announce a new Metallica channel on SiriusXM. Left unsaid? Stern's immediate future. The self-described King of All Media is subject to fiery rumors regarding his satellite radio status. We know his current, five-year contract runs out in December, and he hasn't extended the deal or shared news of possible negotiations. The Sun reports the decision has been made, and 'The Howard Stern Show' has been canceled. No other outlet has confirmed those details. May, 2024. Howard Stern conducts one of the most shameful and cringiest interviews in the history of American
'Johnny Mnemonic' at 30: So Bad ... It's Good?
Robert Longo’s “Johnny Mnemonic” (1995) was considered an outright disaster upon its summer of 1995 release. Now, it’s something of a cult favorite, not only because its new black and white version is preferred among its fanbase but because it has yet another Keanu Reeves performance that has aged far better than expected. That’s not to say the movie is good, only that the entertainment value and an appreciation of Reeves' most infamous scene (I’ll get to that shortly), have increased over time. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFJY_BZ55sI Reeves is so robotic as the title character, it comes as a surprise when we learn
Why Didn't Pedro Pascal Stand Up for Gina Carano?
Audiences have two reasons to be sick of Pedro Pascal. He's everywhere these days, which can lead to overexposure or viewer exhaustion. It's one reason why moviegoers can't get enough of Denzel Washington. The Oscar winner is a sublime talent, of course, but he generally makes one movie a year. Pascal stars in four films this year alone, plus his work on HBO's 'The Last of Us.' The other reason? Pascal won't stop speaking divisively on controversial subjects. Trans rights. President Donald Trump. J.K. Rowling. Pedro Pascal has spoken out against J.K. Rowling, commenting on a video by writer and
We're About to See a LOT of Sydney Sweeney
Yes, Pedro Pascal has appeared in his fair share of projects of late. 'Eddington' 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' 'The Last of Us' 'Freaky Tales' 'The Materialists' Release schedules can be tricky. Sometimes a film sits for a spell before finally hitting theaters. It's one reason an actor can suddenly appear busy when his or her schedule doesn't reflect that. Perception is often reality. That's why we're about to see a lot of a certain American Eagle jeans model. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AK8s3iqL99c Sydney Sweeney rose to fame thanks to her work in 'The White Lotus,' 'Euphoria' and 'Anyone But You' with Glen
Fallon Invites Gutfeld on 'Tonight Show,' Media Meltdown Ensues
You knew it was coming. 'The Tonight Show' is trying something new - extending an olive branch to the half of the country it wrote off in 2017. Cue the wailing and gnashing of teeth. Jimmy Fallon's low-rated showcase, as liberal as any late-night show in the Trump era but less cruel, will host Fox News' Greg Gutfeld on Thursday. In a sane world, that's hardly noteworthy. Fox's Greg Gutfeld praises 'great guy' Jimmy Fallon, trashes other late night hosts ahead of Tonight Show appearance. 'It’s the biggest crossover since the Harlem Globetrotters visited The Golden Girls.' https://t.co/J9hd7QyS8W pic.twitter.com/LcCiuSDasO —
'Weapons' Confirms a New Horror Auteur Has Arrived
Maybe Sebastian Maniscalco should make a horror movie next. We've already seen Jordan Peele pivot from Comedy Central to horror with 'Get Out' and 'Us.' Now, Zach Cregger follows his flawed but fascinating 'Barbarian' with the year's best shocker, 'Weapons.' Cregger got his start with The Whitest Kids U' Know comedy troupe. Now, he's part of the new wave of horror mavens, including Peele, Osgood Perkins and Mike Flanagan. Yes, 'Weapons' boasts laugh-out-loud moments, and not the kind that happen at the film's expense. Don't call it a horror-comedy. The laughs let us process the unbearable tension in this fresh,