Tag: Entertainment

Admit It, We Love Bad Movies

Have you ever heard about a movie so bad, you just had to watch? Perhaps you’re fascinated by the “Sharknado” series or find yourself craving another “Cats” rewatch. Whether it’s the comedic value or the comforting awfulness, we just keep on watching. Yes, they’re bad, but you have to admit it – we all love […]

Where Did the Sitcom Go?

Where Did the Sitcom Go?

HOUSTON — Once a cornerstone of primetime television, the traditional multi-camera sitcom — complete with its trusty laugh track and punchy one-liners — is slowly becoming a relic of the past. As audiences gravitate toward complex narratives and genre-bending comedies, the decline of conventional sitcoms says more about evolving cultural preferences than network strategy alone. […]

When the Director Becomes the Brand

When the Director Becomes the Brand

The role of a film director is evolving beyond the confines of the editing room. Directors like Christopher Nolan, Quentin Tarantino and Greta Gerwig are no longer just behind the scenes — they are the brand. Increasingly, their names alone become the primary draw for audiences, sometimes eclipsing the very stories they tell. This phenomenon […]

Hollywood’s Obsession with Reboots: Nostalgia or Narrative Stagnation?

Hollywood’s Obsession with Reboots: Nostalgia or Narrative Stagnation?

In the golden age of cinema, originality was currency. Today, a stroll through your local theater marquee might yield a different impression. Oh look, another Ghostbusters reboot. Hey, there’s a live-action reimagining of a Disney classic. You remember Lilo and Stitch? Good, here’s your favorite childhood character rendered in 3D! Check out this gritty sequel […]

White Lotus Continues To Shine Light On The Ugly Effects Of American Tourism

Out of all the new television shows that debuted in the past few years, The White Lotus is a surprising hit. Initially debuting in July 2021, the show has seen a staggering increase of 155% since its first premiere, with over 2.4 million viewers recorded watching the debut episode of its third season, according to […]

How Entertainment Media Should Handle Controversial Topics

The political environment has always been a divisive territory of conversation for decades and it is easy to see why. Opinions on certain issues and policies vary greatly, with people having their thoughts tailored to their background, demographics, geography, and other relevant influences. These tough topics are now becoming more prominent in our entertainment as […]

Disney to reduce number of future Marvel TV and Movie releases

Disney to reduce number of future Marvel TV and Movie releases

Disney has announced a much-needed overhaul of its future Marvel content slates. In an announcement on Tuesday morning, Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed the change in how the media corporation will produce its Marvel content in its fiscal second-quarter earnings call. According to Iger, Disney will begin producing only two new Marvel TV series and […]

Movie Cartoons are for everyone, not just for kids (Op-Ed)

Movie Cartoons are for everyone, not just for kids (Op-Ed)

Many adults in today’s overworked society see animated films as little more than a harmless diversion. Movie cartoons, on the other hand, are attractive to different age groups, in my opinion. Despite their youthful target demographic, these stories have timeless themes and ideas that appeal to viewers of all generations. Letting our inner kid shine […]

Selena Gomez wishes to switch career to acting

Selena Gomez wishes to switch career to acting

Selena Gomez hinted at the end of her music career during her appearance on the SmartLess podcast with hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett. The star revealed that she never intended to be a full-time singer, but thanks to a push from Disney it spiraled into something she never imagined happening, with her […]

Book vs Movie: Which is a Better Fit for You

Book vs Movie: Which is a Better Fit for You

Movies and books are two forms of entertainment that have been around for a long time, with books being the older of the two. They have entertained so many generations of people that they are almost always on anyone’s list of favorite things to do. The distinction between films and books is in how they tell the story.

Tuffy Questell: “Everything I do is about being inspired in order to inspire others.”

Tuffy Questell: “Everything I do is about being inspired in order to inspire others.”

As a New York native, Tuffy Questell has been in the entertainment industry for over thirty years as an actor, producer, casting director, and musician passionate about increasing the expansion of the New York film market.

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