The Dimora Palanca: An Authentically Florentine 5-Star Accomodation
In Florence, you can’t escape history and art. The Dimora Palanca hotel is no exception.
The Dimora Palanca: An Authentically Florentine 5-Star Accomodation
In Florence, you can’t escape history and art. The Dimora Palanca hotel is no exception.

Outside of his ongoing MA degree in English and Philosophy at St Andrews, Samuel Sandor spends his spare hours writing – short stories, essays, articles on film, music, or any other subject he finds himself preoccupied by. Through all these strands, he strives to find a unique and unexpected way to look at the subject at hand. Without a concerted effort, it’s easy to form surface-level impressions of both the art and the news that one consumes. Sam’s pieces attempt to answer this interpretative simplicity by inducing curiosity in subjects one might ordinarily devote little thought to. It is this desire to transform viewpoints with novel ideas and to stoke deeper and more extensive conversations which attracted him to The Hollywood Insider.
Rediscovering ‘Damnation’: Béla Tarr’s Early Masterpiece Comes to Life with New Restoration
Long obscured by a minimal English release, the Hungarian master’s first “mature” film ‘Damnation’ now hits streaming with visual splendor on full display.


An Analysis | In Looking to the Sky, Jordan Peele Leaves His Head in the Clouds
A classic Jordan Peele film. ‘Nope’ shoots for the stars, but never really leaves the ground, marking a new addendum to his legacy.


Patrick Lynott is a writer and screenwriter. He cares about Cinema. He cares about meaningful stories. And he cares about preserving and elevating things that people work long and hard on.Despite the incessant barrage of “content” vying for his (and everyone’s) attention, he believes it’s never been more important to pedestalize labors of real art across from a spectrum of voices. The Hollywood Insider is one of the few networks committed to doing this through substantive coverage of quality entertainment. The future of good Cinema and healthy culture relies on outlets and people willing to champion those values. Here’s to that future.
B.J. Novak’s ‘Vengeance’ Is A Hilarious Thrill Ride With A Lot of Heart
Now, there is so much to talk about the ever growing divide in America. This is the ground upon which B.J. Novak’s new film, ‘Vengeance,’ builds itself.


Spencer Hoffman is a writer for The Hollywood Insider and current film student. He is an avid consumer of cinema and television and enjoys sharing his insight on these topics within his features and reviews. He strongly believes in the power of the written word and the importance of truth in everything. Spencer aligns with The Hollywood Insider’s views of empowerment and raising all types of voices up. He hopes to entertain and incite meaningful conversation with his pieces.
An In-Depth Analysis of Gun Control | 20 Years after ‘Bowling for Columbine’: What’s Changed?
Things have gotten worse for gun control. There’s no sense in waiting for the duration of this article to make that clear. Unfortunately.



Outside of his ongoing MA degree in English and Philosophy at St Andrews, Samuel Sandor spends his spare hours writing – short stories, essays, articles on film, music, or any other subject he finds himself preoccupied by. Through all these strands, he strives to find a unique and unexpected way to look at the subject at hand. Without a concerted effort, it’s easy to form surface-level impressions of both the art and the news that one consumes. Sam’s pieces attempt to answer this interpretative simplicity by inducing curiosity in subjects one might ordinarily devote little thought to. It is this desire to transform viewpoints with novel ideas and to stoke deeper and more extensive conversations which attracted him to The Hollywood Insider.
‘American Horror Stories’: The Spin-Off to ‘American Horror Story’
‘American Horror Stories’ is a spin-off to the cult-classic horror series ‘American Horror Story’ and features a unique format with its anthology storytelling.


Thomas Jacobs is an avid writer, Cinema aficionado, and filmmaker. He graduated with Dean’s Honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz with a major in Film and Digital Media. His passion is directly tied to the appreciation and creation of film and television, and this fact is reflected in his intent to be a writer for the acclaimed entertainment journal, The Hollywood Insider. His beliefs mirror the core goals and mission statement of The Hollywood Insider by sharing an admiration for quality entertainment as well as bolstering a sense of positivity and equality among all humans. Thomas believes that Cinema is an advantageous promoter of civil and social empowerment, and he shares a mutual societal view with The Hollywood Insider, that people should not be judged by the color of their skin, but the content of their character.
Xochitl Gomez: The Marvel Actress is Stealing Our Hearts with her Charm, Talent, and Fashion
Despite her young age, Xochitl Gomez is becoming both a role model and an icon, and we can’t wait to see where her multidimensional hopping career takes her next


Rachel Beltowski is a screenwriter and film critic, with a passion for character-driven stories and thought-provoking themes. From adventure to horror, Rachel enjoys stories which take the audience on an emotional rollercoaster and allow for personal expression that would otherwise go silent. Rachel was drawn to The Hollywood Insider’s dedication to individual perspectives and positive world impacts. The Hollywood Insider has provided a foundation for Rachel to share her insights and leap into the center of the entertainment industry. Rachel hopes to bring a fresh voice into the world of film and television, and share her love of stories with others.
Full Reactions At Marlon Brando’s ‘The Godfather’ 50th Anniversary Premiere | Francis Ford Coppola, Joe Mantegna, Talia Shire & More
Watch the full interviews with director Francis Ford Coppola and team at the premiere of the 50th Anniversary of ‘The Godfather’.
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Latest Features
An Analysis | In Looking to the Sky, Jordan Peele Leaves His Head in the Clouds
by Patrick Lynott | Aug 5, 2022
A classic Jordan Peele film. ‘Nope’ shoots for the stars, but never really leaves the ground, marking a new addendum to his legacy.
An In-Depth Analysis of Gun Control | 20 Years after ‘Bowling for Columbine’: What’s Changed?
by Samuel Sandor | Aug 5, 2022
Things have gotten worse for gun control. There’s no sense in waiting for the duration of this article to make that clear. Unfortunately.
Xochitl Gomez: The Marvel Actress is Stealing Our Hearts with her Charm, Talent, and Fashion
by Rachel Beltowski | Aug 5, 2022
Despite her young age, Xochitl Gomez is becoming both a role model and an icon, and we can’t wait to see where her multidimensional hopping career takes her next
‘Who Do You Think You Are?’: Understanding One’s Heritage
by Thomas Jacobs | Aug 4, 2022
‘Who Do You Think You Are’ is a series that helps celebrities learn and explore their own ancestors’ history through the aid of modern-day technology and information.
In Memoriam: A Tribute to Legendary Actor James Caan
by Mark Raymond | Aug 4, 2022
James Caan – The prolific and incredibly talented actor leaves behind an impressive resume of notable roles for us to cherish for a lifetime.
Jordan Peele’s Films Ranked: ‘Get Out’, ‘Us’ and ‘Nope’
by Nathaniel Lee | Aug 4, 2022
Jordan Peele is unquestionably one of the greatest things to happen to the horror genre since Wes Craven in the 80s and 90s.
Latest News
Is Ben Affleck Reconsidering Donning The Cape As Batman?
by Nader Chamas | Aug 4, 2022
It has been known for some time now that Ben Affleck will return as Batman in the upcoming film, ‘The Flash’. How big of a role Affleck’s Batman will have?
Looking Backwards and Glimpsing Forwards: A Review of Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’
by Samuel Sandor | Aug 4, 2022
When Beyoncé gives you ‘Lemonade,’ make sure you listen to her next record ‘Renaissance’.
We Must Talk About Brittney Griner: Where is the Public Outrage?
by Lara Glennon | Aug 4, 2022
WNBA star Brittney Griner has been detained in a Russian prison since early 2022, but there’s been a noticeable lack of public outrage.
The Legacy of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
by Thomas Jacobs | Aug 4, 2022
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated by an assailant with a homemade gun on Friday, July 8, leaving the world in a state of shock and mourning.
Comic-Con 2022: Biggest Takeaways
by Nader Chamas | Aug 3, 2022
Now that Comic-Con 2022 has come and gone with a handful of trailers and announcements, these are some of the most noteworthy highlights from the weekend.
Live-Action ‘Lilo And Stitch’ Movie On The Way
by Nader Chamas | Aug 3, 2022
Lilo and Stitch is the next Disney animated classic to receive a live-action retelling and here are all the details available so far about the upcoming adaptation.
Latest Reviews
Rediscovering ‘Damnation’: Béla Tarr’s Early Masterpiece Comes to Life with New Restoration
by Brian Collins | Aug 5, 2022
Long obscured by a minimal English release, the Hungarian master’s first “mature” film ‘Damnation’ now hits streaming with visual splendor on full display.
An Analysis | In Looking to the Sky, Jordan Peele Leaves His Head in the Clouds
by Patrick Lynott | Aug 5, 2022
A classic Jordan Peele film. ‘Nope’ shoots for the stars, but never really leaves the ground, marking a new addendum to his legacy.
B.J. Novak’s ‘Vengeance’ Is A Hilarious Thrill Ride With A Lot of Heart
by Spencer Hoffman | Aug 5, 2022
Now, there is so much to talk about the ever growing divide in America. This is the ground upon which B.J. Novak’s new film, ‘Vengeance,’ builds itself.
‘American Horror Stories’: The Spin-Off to ‘American Horror Story’
by Thomas Jacobs | Aug 5, 2022
‘American Horror Stories’ is a spin-off to the cult-classic horror series ‘American Horror Story’ and features a unique format with its anthology storytelling.
New Netflix Anime ‘Uncle From Another World’ Is a World of Fun
by Brian Collins | Aug 4, 2022
‘Uncle from Another World’ melds an action-packed fantasy realm with a family comedy, as if the two make the most natural pairing — and it all works splendidly!
HBO Max Documentary ‘Citizen Ashe’: An Untold Story That Remains Mysterious
by Brian Collins | Aug 4, 2022
The new documentary feature by Sam Pollard stands more effectively as a snapshot of American racial tensions in the 1960s than as a look at Citizen Ashe’s life.
Latest Videos
Full Reactions At Marlon Brando’s ‘The Godfather’ 50th Anniversary Premiere | Francis Ford Coppola, Joe Mantegna, Talia Shire & More
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Feb 23, 2022
Watch the full interviews with director Francis Ford Coppola and team at the premiere of the 50th Anniversary of ‘The Godfather’.
‘Marry Me’ Full Commentary & BTS – Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson, Maluma, Jimmy Fallon
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Feb 10, 2022
The full commentary and behind-the-scenes of ‘Marry Me’.
Oscar Nominated ‘Belfast’ Full Commentary & BTS – Jamie Dornan, Caitriona Balfe, Judi Dench
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Feb 10, 2022
The full commentary and behind-the-scenes of ‘Belfast’.
‘No Time to Die’ Royal Premiere & Reactions – Daniel Craig, Rami Malek, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Léa Seydoux & More
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Oct 25, 2021
Watch the royal premiere of ‘No Time to Die’ with reactions from stars and royals.
Video | The Artist Evolves: All Daniel Craig Movies and Roles, 1992 to 2021 Filmography
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Oct 25, 2021
Watch all of Daniel Craig movies and performances.
James Bond’s ‘No Time to Die’: Full Commentary, Behind the Scenes & Reactions, Daniel Craig, Rami Malek & More
by Hollywood Insider Staff Writer | Oct 24, 2021
Watch the behind the scenes and hear the commentary on ‘No Time to Die’.