Westerns dominated Hollywood in the past century, from the big screen to television, but in recent years, it has been hard to find a film within that genre. That isn’t to say there haven’t been any modern Western films released; Django Unchained, The Revenant, and The Power of the Dog are some that audiences consider […]
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The Slow Death of Rom-Coms
The beauty of romance and of falling in love, paired with laughter and relatable, real characters. There is a method to the magic of romantic-comedy films, or ‘rom-coms.’ Audiences have been flocking to the movie theaters for decades when the newest movie is dropped. Our hearts have been stolen by rom-coms longer than we can […]
Do We Really Need More Serial Killer Movies?
Who even watches movies that recreate the actions of serial killers? Who would ever–wait, everyone does? These are actually being produced? Over and over again? The answer to these questions would be yes. There are many individuals across the world who tune into these films, and many directors and studios who are interested in bringing […]
Should Movie Adaptations Follow the Book More Directly?
Turning fan favorite books into a big screen adaptation is not a new idea, as we have seen for decades movies based on an author’s work. Some of these films portray the story beautifully, such as To Kill a Mockingbird or Gone With The Wind, keeping the elements alive through production. However, fans argue that […]
Is the Era of Marvel Movies Dead?
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has a special place in my heart ever since I was a child. One of the first movies I ever watched as a child was a Marvel movie. The first Iron Man movie was a comfort film for me, having watched it dozens of times over the years. As a […]
Johnny Depp to Produce ‘The Master and Margarita’
During the Red Sea International Film Festival held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, an announcement was made that Johnny Depp plans to produce the first English feature adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel, ‘The Master and Margarita’. According to the announcement, the film is expected to begin production in late 2026. The announcement took place this […]
‘Zootopia 2’ Breaks Box Office Records with Massive Holiday Weekend Opening
After releasing on November 26th, 2025, ‘Zootopia 2’ has been breaking records at the box office with its phenomenal reception in theaters. With ‘Zootopia 2’ being the long-awaited sequel to the original Zootopia, which was released 9 years ago on March 4th, it is no surprise that the movie was going to be a success […]
Star Wars Movie Had to Completely Change Its Ending
In the summer of 2027, Star Wars is expected to return to the screens of theaters across the United States with the release of ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’. However, that may change as in a recent interview, the director of the film, Shawn Levy, the man behind the ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ movie, revealed that they needed […]
“Practical Magic” and the Art of Sisterhood
There’s something so powerful within movies that use themes like sisterhood, especially when they include literal magic. Films like Practical Magic are more than just entertainment to put on when Halloween comes around. They’re a representation of how female relationships can be supportive and give you strength during the hardest times. In movies like these, the bonds […]
The Subtle Psychology of Disney Villains
When I was younger, I despised the Disney villains just like any other kid would. They hurt the princess in some way, so they were immediately written off by me. Now that I’m an adult, I find them fascinating because they’re representations of the feelings and parts of us we try to hide away: greed, […]
Why “Remember the Titans” Still Hits Hard Today
Honestly, I didn’t really think much of the movie Remember the Titans when I first saw it on the TV. Growing up, my brother was a football player, and my uncle was a coach. It was pretty typical for a football movie of some kind to be on in our house. It took sitting down and watching […]
‘Bugonia’ Releases Tomorrow, With One Movie Theater Having a Bizarre Price of Entry
A new movie is set to release tomorrow called ‘Bugonia’, a movie about the CEO of a major company who was kidnapped by two men who believed that she was an alien who was going to destroy the earth. The movie is set to be a black comedy, making jokes out of utterly insane theories […]