Jonathan Melton

Until recently Jonathan Melton could say he was a student of creative writing. Now he has to settle for merely unemployed.

Jonathan enjoys all types of cinema, but when it comes down to it his real love is for the trashier end. A compulsive twitterer (@jonamelton) and much less compulsive blogger, the reason being that tweets take far less time than blogs.

Don’t tell anyone, but he has a secret collection of talking dog movies.

Latest Film Reviews

The Burrowers (2008)

Review preview for The Burrowers

In an industry becoming increasingly dominated by computerised effects, it’s heartening to see the practical work on display looks so good.

Jonathan Melton · 3.5 out of 5

When a town's prime lass is kidnapped in the Old West, a posse get together to bring her back. Easier said than done when the kidnappers are underground monsters.
Coyote County Loser (2009)

Review preview for Coyote County Loser

The leads are both charming and fun, and while the chemistry doesn’t exactly sizzle, it’s not lukewarm either.

Jonathan Melton · 2.5 out of 5

A love advice radio show is telling women to wait for their perfect man. But isn’t there more to romance than unrealistic expectations?
The Ghoul (1933)

Review preview for The Ghoul

More clumsy corpse than captivating cadaver.

Jonathan Melton · 2 out of 5

Professor Morlant's dying wish is to be buried with an Egyptian jewel, which gives the bearer eternal life. Great idea, genius.
King Boxer (1972)

Review preview for King Boxer

If you’ve never seen a proper kung fu film, this is great place to start, and if you’re already a fan you have no excuse not to seek this one out.

Jonathan Melton · 4.5 out of 5

To win the hand of his beloved, Chi-Hao must enter and triumph in a regional martial arts tournament.
Gypsy 83 (2001)

Review preview for Gypsy 83

Writer/Director Todd Stephens shows no dramatic flare, either in charge of a pen or a camera.

Jonathan Melton · 1 out of 5

A couple of outcast Goths from Ohio run away to New York seeking fame, fortune and acceptance.
Seed (2007)

Review preview for Seed

Rather than being frightening, it's a lot like staring at a black piece of paper, and almost as much fun.

Jonathan Melton · 1 out of 5

A serial killer is buried alive and digs his way out to seek revenge.
Role Models (2008)

Review preview for Role Models

Instead of using comedic set-pieces (with the exception of a great one at the end) the jokes in Role Models mainly come through the banter of the four main actors, who have great chemistry together.

Jonathan Melton · 3 out of 5

A pair of misanthropic manchildren learn mentoring responsibility.