Alex Riviello

NYC native who lives with his wife and daughter in Astoria, Queens. Has written about film for six years for dozens of websites before finally settling down at CHUD.com. Also freelances for various websites and publications, including Fangoria.

Untold Tails from the Bronx Zoo

This blog is half shameless plug and half “I’m secure enough in my manhood to think baby animals are cute” statement.  The shameless plug part comes because a couple of my best friends shot, edited and directed the Bronx Zoo’s new video podcast, which can be found at the official site or through iTunes. I … Continue reading

Alex goes Postal

Sometimes being a writer sucks. Why? I spent my entire morning ruminating about Uwe Boll’s Postal (evidence here). Not that it’s the worst movie I’ve ever seen, far from it, but getting yourself so deep into the inner workings of a film so inept isn’t good for the brain. I had to crack open a … Continue reading

My Night With Dr. Boll.

So I’m heading to a screening of Uwe Boll’s Postal tonight. I’m really hoping it’s not an April Fool’s joke, because I’m not stupid… I do know just know what I’m in for. I really should have learned after watching his horror opus Seed (review) last year at the NYC Horror Film Festival, but what … Continue reading

Nerf Warfare

A few nights ago I went over my future inlaws’ apartment for dinner. I’d heard rumors that the couple had gotten a few Nerf guns a little while back, but didn’t think much of it. Till they pulled them out. Look at these monsters. This is a Nerf Sniper Rifle. It comes with two clips … Continue reading