I’m Tyler Mayleas, a director, writer, and freelance crewmate. By day, I’m bussing tables, but at night… I’m collaborating with wonderful creators, working on amazing films, and exploring the film business!
What will you find here?
I blog about some of my favorite (and not-so-favorite) movies, film-related books, and personal experiences in the industry. Find my reviews, essays, and other pieces in the menu above.
Check out my short films, Lonely Day and To The Happy Couple. Both were made in school, so forgive the quality, but appreciate the spirit!
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Recent Posts
‘Dreams’ (1990) – Let Kurosawa’s Introspection Make You Imagine Better, In Movies and Life
One of the more overlooked pieces of the Japanese director’s filmography, Dreams is an empassioned art project from the master; complete with vivid colors and surrealistic elements, Kurosawa brings no holds barred with the social commentary in one of his final films.
Film Career Update – Chance Encounter Leads to First Gig!
A new step in my career! Read about my stumbling into the world of Tromaville, home of independent filmmaking.
‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ (2022) – Raimi’s Marvel Return Can’t Decrease MCU Fatigue
The Doctor Strange sequel benefits greatly from Sam Raimi’s visionary direction, which adds a unique cinematic quality to the MCU. However, the franchise’s formulaic approach is still quite evident. While Michael Waldron’s script is modestly balanced, the film suffers from shallow character development and thematic exploration.
Friday the 13th Films Ranked
One of the most iconic horror franchise, the series that defined low-budget slasher films, stacks up for a personal ranking! Tyler talks about the highs and lows for the franchise and brings a little critical thought to the often glossed-over themes within.
FILM LIT CLUB – Film as Film by V.F. Perkins: Chapter Two
Welcome back to the Film Lit Club, a series discussing books on (if you couldn’t guess) film. At the last meeting, if you’re not caught up, we looked into Film
‘Brother’s Keeper’ (1992) – Up Close and Personal with a Murderer Makes for Haunting Tale
☆☆☆☆☆ 4/5 Much like the Maysles Brothers, whose “direct cinema” style painted virtually unprompted portraits of the Beales of Grey Gardens, directing duo Joe Berlinger and Bruce Sinofsky weave a