Tag: Film

What is up with Fennell’s Casting in “Wuthering Heights”?

What is up with Fennell’s Casting in “Wuthering Heights”?

Let me start by saying I am not the biggest fan of Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights. However, the casting for the new film adaptation of the book, set to be released ahead of Valentine’s Day, has left me puzzled.  This adaptation is directed, written, and produced by Emerald Fennell, who made her feature directorial debut […]

Propaganda with a Side of Popcorn

Propaganda with a Side of Popcorn

Let’s take a look at some new movies released by Amazon that feature some troubling messages.  Der Tiger (The Tank) Released on Amazon Prime on January 2, 2026, this movie follows a Tiger tank team of German soldiers during WWII, tasked with completing a covert mission behind enemy lines to “rescue” a Colonel with important […]

Why Viewers Keep Coming Back to Apocalyptic Movies

Why Viewers Keep Coming Back to Apocalyptic Movies

I’d wager a guess that most people don’t look upon the idea of the end of the world very fondly. Yet, a popular genre of film focuses on just that, humanity’s destruction. We see this type of narrative played out again and again on the big screen. Why? Most apocalyptic films have two main things […]

The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Footage

The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Footage

What was once something relegated to the “bonus features” section of a DVD is now becoming one of the ways filmmakers are combating the increase in AI-generated content. Studios have begun to focus on releasing behind-the-scenes footage as “proof” that their content was created by humans. With the introduction of programs that can create fully […]

The New York Film Festival Starts Today

Rejoice movie-goers, because as of today, the 63rd New York Film Festival has returned to the Lincoln Center. This Film Festival will be ongoing for the next two weeks, concluding on October 13th. The New York Film Festival is an annual event that celebrates the most popular and significant films from around the world. Founded […]

Why We’re Obsessed With Biopics Right Now

Biopics, films that dramatize the lives of real people, have become a cultural obsession. From stories about politicians to musicians, these movies are dominating the screen. Popularity around recent examples, like “A Complete Unknown” or “Oppenheimer” have shown just how much audiences love these films. Whether its tragedy, success or transformations people just can’t keep […]

Return To Silent Hill Ain’t It

I don’t know how to start this. So, let’s start off with this statement: I love Silent Hill. It’s one of my favorite video game properties of all time – and it’s among my fav survival horror franchises. The series has always dealt with the blend of psychological and supernatural elements. It’s how it stood […]

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