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July 5, 2025FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

Sir Gary Oldman: A Knight to Remember

Gary Oldman has finally been knighted- but why did it take so long? A deep dive into the actor’s shape-shifting genius, legacy, and the volatile magic behind his craft....

July 1, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

Killer Buzz: The ‘Texas Chainsaw Massacre Franchise’ Bidding War

Hollywood heavyweights are in a high-stakes bidding war for an IP that allows the victor to revive the iconic horror franchise 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' and the iconic Leatherface with it....

'From Here to Eternity'
June 30, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

Artful Desire: Sex, Style, and Scandal in Luca Guadagnino’s Films

Luca Guadagnino’s 'Queer' explores intimacy through restraint, focusing on atmosphere and emotional undercurrents rather than overt expression. The film highlights his continued interest in characters on the edge of desire, using...

June 26, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

Double Talk: The History of the DVD Commentary

Once a hidden gem of physical media, the DVD commentary track gave filmmakers a second voice—one that could critique, educate, or simply goof off alongside the main feature. Though largely absent from streaming, this “second voice”...

June 22, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

Back in These Good Old Days: ‘Legends’ or Leftovers?

'Karate Kid: Legends' marks yet another entry in a long-running franchise that has leaned heavily into nostalgia rather than innovation. While the 'Cobra Kai' series offered a fresh perspective by flipping the original underdog...

June 17, 2025FEATURES CINEMA, FEATURES CULTURE, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

‘Sinners’ in Context: A Study of Influence and Coogler’s Legacy

Ryan Coogler’s films explore the impact of generational trauma and the complex legacies inherited from one’s ancestors. Through his collaborative creative team and culturally rich storytelling, Coogler reshapes these inherited burdens-...

June 16, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

The Gilded Cage of Auteurism: Wes Anderson and the Price of Style

Wes Anderson’s distinct visual style—marked by precise symmetry, pastel palettes, and quirky compositions—has become both his signature and his limitation. While this consistency has earned him acclaim, it risks turning his work into a...

June 15, 2025CINEMA TOP, FEATURES CINEMA, NEWS CINEMA, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Joseph Tralongo

“Chicken Jockey”: What This Wild Trend Indicates about the Future of Cinema Audiences

A spontaneous line from a Jack Black film has sparked an unpredictable and chaotic audience phenomenon, transforming movie theaters into unpredictable stages where viewers perform rather than watch. This viral trend, while energizing...

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