Reviews
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.
Sign of Change: How Marlee Matlin Redefined Acting and Disability in Hollywood
Marlee Matlin broke barriers for deaf actors in Hollywood- reshaping casting, redefining disability, and proving talent and representation can go hand in hand.
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.
Can ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ Recreate the Magic of Steven Spielberg’s ‘Jurassic Park’?
With a new, all star cast led by Scarlett Johansson paired with blockbuster director Gareth Edwards, ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ looks to revive the stale franchise.
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 subtle shifts in tone to evoke longing, alienation, and identity.
Pixar’s ‘Elio’ Struggles at the Box Office—But It Deserves Your Attention
In a remake-heavy era, ‘Elio’, Pixar’s latest film may be one of its boldest—and most overlooked.
4 of a Kind: ‘The Beatles- A Four-Film Cinematic Event’ and What We Know About The Tetralogy So Far
Sam Mendes is set to direct a groundbreaking four-part Beatles biopic, with each film focusing on a different band member’s point of view and all four releasing in April 2028 as a unified cinematic experience. Featuring a high-profile cast and a trio of acclaimed screenwriters, the project has stirred passionate discussion about casting choices, actor ages, and authenticity—but its ambition may mark a new chapter in both biographical storytelling and theatrical moviegoing.
Why Danny Boyle Shot Most of ‘28 Years Later’ on an iPhone
One of 2025’s biggest Cinematic surprises, ‘28 Years Later’ was shot not on an ARRI Alexa or RED Helium—but entirely on an iPhone.
Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ is a Classic Summer Blockbuster Made for the Big Screen
Brad Pitt and Joseph Kosinski team up for ‘F1’, a racing blockbuster that could be the movie of the summer thanks to its fantastic direction, music, and a movie star at the front-and-center
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” lives on through podcasts and online fan uploads, continuing to deepen our relationship with cinema.
Written Vision, Blurred Lens: The Playwright’s Struggle in Film Direction
David Mamet returns to filmmaking with ‘Henry Johnson’, a dialogue-driven ensemble piece that highlights his enduring strengths as a writer but raises questions about his continued limitations as a visual storyteller. The article examines the broader trend of playwrights-turned-directors, arguing that strong scripts alone may not translate into compelling cinema without a deeper command of the visual language.
‘28 Years Later’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Strangely Beautiful Blockbuster
’28 Years Later’ defies expectations, quickly becoming one of the best blockbusters we have gotten this decade.
