Double Talk: The History of the DVD Commentary
And a DVD is… To start at the very beginning- a very good place to start, I’ve been made to understand- we actually need to go back even further. Not to DVDs, but to LaserDiscs. In 1977, VHS was a revelation. At the time, home entertainment usually meant dinner...
Written Vision, Blurred Lens: The Playwright’s Struggle in Film Direction
Unpacking ‘Henry Johnson’: Mamet Returns With a high-profile Broadway revival of Glengarry Glen Ross currently underway, we’re once again reminded of David Mamet’s singular ear for dialogue- the same talent that earned him a Pulitzer Prize for this very play. While...
Back in These Good Old Days: ‘Legends’ or Leftovers?
Still Kicking The recently released ‘Karate Kid: Legends’ marks the sixth feature film installment in the ‘Karate Kid’ franchise. But this is by no means the sudden rebirth of a dormant property- it’s the latest chapter in a long, winding saga...
10 Post-Apocalyptic Movies Everyone Should Watch
With the release of ‘28 Years Later’, let’s take a look at some of the best movies set in a post-apocalyptic world: Things to do: Subscribe to The Hollywood Insider’s YouTube Channel, by clicking here. Limited Time Offer – FREE Subscription to The Hollywood Insider...
