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'Rust' premiere crowd startled by shooting scene eerily similar to real-life tragedy: report

The film "Rust" deeply mirrors the real-life tragedy of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' death, creating a haunting viewing experience.

10 Years Later, the Most Unexpected Star Trek Reboot Might Finally Happen

A new Star Trek film exploring Starfleet history before the J.J. Abrams movies may be on track for a 2026 release.

'Rust' premiere crowd startled by shooting scene eerily similar to real-life tragedy: report

The film "Rust" deeply mirrors the real-life tragedy of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' death, creating a haunting viewing experience.

10 Years Later, the Most Unexpected Star Trek Reboot Might Finally Happen

A new Star Trek film exploring Starfleet history before the J.J. Abrams movies may be on track for a 2026 release.
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#gladiator-ii

Prepare to be entertained by latest action-packed Gladiator II trailer

Gladiator II features Lucius Verus as the central character returning to Rome to reclaim his legacy after years of living in exile.

Movie Review: Ridley Scott's disappointing 'Gladiator 2' gets a mild thumbs down

Gladiator II is an uninspired sequel that fails to engage, lacking the depth and tension of the original Gladiator.

Gladiator II Review: We Are Less Entertained

Gladiator II explores power dynamics in Rome, facing challenges with characters navigating a chaotic empire after Marcus Aurelius's death.

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.

Every Ridley Scott Movie, Ranked From Worst To Best

Ridley Scott is unparalleled in Hollywood for his epic filmmaking style and universal themes.

Prepare to be entertained by latest action-packed Gladiator II trailer

Gladiator II features Lucius Verus as the central character returning to Rome to reclaim his legacy after years of living in exile.

Movie Review: Ridley Scott's disappointing 'Gladiator 2' gets a mild thumbs down

Gladiator II is an uninspired sequel that fails to engage, lacking the depth and tension of the original Gladiator.

Gladiator II Review: We Are Less Entertained

Gladiator II explores power dynamics in Rome, facing challenges with characters navigating a chaotic empire after Marcus Aurelius's death.

Inside Gladiator II's Colosseum: What Ridley Scott's Sequel Got Right

The real history of the Roman Colosseum is often misrepresented in films, highlighting a gap between fact and Hollywood dramatization.

Every Ridley Scott Movie, Ranked From Worst To Best

Ridley Scott is unparalleled in Hollywood for his epic filmmaking style and universal themes.
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Denzel Washington Will Be Making Equalizer Movies In His 70s

Denzel Washington emphasizes his commitment to continue the Equalizer franchise due to its connection with audiences.
#ridley-scott

Oscars 2025: The pickings aren't slim, provided you take the time to look

Gladiator II mixes historical spectacle with fantastical elements, prioritizing entertainment over accuracy.

Gladiator II': Sequels are almost never better. Confirmed

Ridley Scott's early career produced iconic films, but his later works show a significant dip in creativity and narrative strength.

Paul Mescal interviews Ridley Scott: I was so ahead of the game. The Oxbridge lot were aghast'

Paul Mescal's interview with Ridley Scott reveals the director's origins and passion for filmmaking.

Oscars 2025: The pickings aren't slim, provided you take the time to look

Gladiator II mixes historical spectacle with fantastical elements, prioritizing entertainment over accuracy.

Gladiator II': Sequels are almost never better. Confirmed

Ridley Scott's early career produced iconic films, but his later works show a significant dip in creativity and narrative strength.

Paul Mescal interviews Ridley Scott: I was so ahead of the game. The Oxbridge lot were aghast'

Paul Mescal's interview with Ridley Scott reveals the director's origins and passion for filmmaking.
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#fashion

5 of the best outfits and 5 that missed the mark at the 2024 Governors Awards

The Governors Awards highlight both cinematic achievements and fashion.
Jennifer Lawrence, Lupita Nyong'o, and Barry Keoghan were fashion standouts, while Selena Gomez and Angelina Jolie were noted for fashion missteps.

If You Take Your Fashion Tips From Ghouls, You'll Be Into These 40 Spooky-Leaning Things

Fashion can be inspired by cinematic characters.
Iconic film costumes influence personal style choices.

Ariana Grande's Scoop Neck Minidress Defied Gravity

Ariana Grande's portrayal of Glinda has generated pre-release excitement through her dedicated and whimsical approach to the character in her public appearance.

5 of the best outfits and 5 that missed the mark at the 2024 Governors Awards

The Governors Awards highlight both cinematic achievements and fashion.
Jennifer Lawrence, Lupita Nyong'o, and Barry Keoghan were fashion standouts, while Selena Gomez and Angelina Jolie were noted for fashion missteps.

If You Take Your Fashion Tips From Ghouls, You'll Be Into These 40 Spooky-Leaning Things

Fashion can be inspired by cinematic characters.
Iconic film costumes influence personal style choices.

Ariana Grande's Scoop Neck Minidress Defied Gravity

Ariana Grande's portrayal of Glinda has generated pre-release excitement through her dedicated and whimsical approach to the character in her public appearance.
morefashion

Popular UK cinema is secretly using AI to monitor viewers

Vue cinemas use AI to analyze viewer habits for optimizing film screenings.
Experts affirm that such data analytics are conventional and aggregate data without compromising individual privacy.
#faith

From 'The Exorcist' to 'Heretic,' why holy horror can be a hit with moviegoers

"Heretic" explores the intersection of horror and religion, highlighting how both mediums address faith, choice, and cultural anxieties.

When Choosing a New Pope Becomes a Soap Opera

The film 'Conclave' portrays the election of a new pope as a mix of scandal, popularity contest, and ethical dilemmas among cardinals.

From 'The Exorcist' to 'Heretic,' why holy horror can be a hit with moviegoers

"Heretic" explores the intersection of horror and religion, highlighting how both mediums address faith, choice, and cultural anxieties.

When Choosing a New Pope Becomes a Soap Opera

The film 'Conclave' portrays the election of a new pope as a mix of scandal, popularity contest, and ethical dilemmas among cardinals.
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#film

Daniel Day-Lewis ends 7-year retirement to act in his son's film

Daniel Day-Lewis returns to acting after seven years, starring in 'Anemone', directed by his son.

You Don't Know Al: Why Al Pacino's career is a lot more queer-coded than many people think - Queerty

Al Pacino's roles showcase a spectrum of masculinity and an engagement with LGBTQ+ themes throughout his career.

Holiday 2024: 'The Brutalist' tops a season of other promising films

Brady Corbet's 'The Brutalist' promises a compelling narrative and bold filmmaking, making it the must-see movie this holiday season.

A Spectacular Wes Anderson Exhibition Is Landing At The Design Museum Next Year

Wes Anderson's works will be presented in a comprehensive retrospective exhibition at the Design Museum, highlighting his impact on modern cinema.

A New Book Reveals Secrets About 'The Third Man,' from an MIA Orson Welles to Drunken Nights with Joseph Cotten

'The Third Man' is a classic film, praised for its cinematography, direction, and storytelling, celebrating its impact in cinema history.

7 films with rare asexual representation, from Girl Picture to The Hangover

Asexual representation in film remains low despite some progress for LGBTQ+ visibility, highlighting the need for more inclusive portrayals.

Daniel Day-Lewis ends 7-year retirement to act in his son's film

Daniel Day-Lewis returns to acting after seven years, starring in 'Anemone', directed by his son.

You Don't Know Al: Why Al Pacino's career is a lot more queer-coded than many people think - Queerty

Al Pacino's roles showcase a spectrum of masculinity and an engagement with LGBTQ+ themes throughout his career.

Holiday 2024: 'The Brutalist' tops a season of other promising films

Brady Corbet's 'The Brutalist' promises a compelling narrative and bold filmmaking, making it the must-see movie this holiday season.

A Spectacular Wes Anderson Exhibition Is Landing At The Design Museum Next Year

Wes Anderson's works will be presented in a comprehensive retrospective exhibition at the Design Museum, highlighting his impact on modern cinema.

A New Book Reveals Secrets About 'The Third Man,' from an MIA Orson Welles to Drunken Nights with Joseph Cotten

'The Third Man' is a classic film, praised for its cinematography, direction, and storytelling, celebrating its impact in cinema history.

7 films with rare asexual representation, from Girl Picture to The Hangover

Asexual representation in film remains low despite some progress for LGBTQ+ visibility, highlighting the need for more inclusive portrayals.
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Cyberpunk Cinema Night | Mission Dist.

Cyberpunk Cinema showcases classic cyberpunk films with screenings at The Knockout every second Monday of the month.
#box-office

Robin Williams' 10 best and 10 worst movies, according to critics

Robin Williams transformed from a sitcom star to a beloved film icon, known for both critical successes and some unsuccessful films.

Final reckoning? Trailer for Mission: Impossible 8 suggests end to franchise

The eighth Mission: Impossible film may mark Tom Cruise's final role in the series, reflecting attempts to revitalize box office performance.

Third 'Venom' film tops box office, Tom Hanks flick debuts third

"Venom: The Last Dance" remains at No. 1 with over $70 million in ticket sales after eight days in theaters.

Robin Williams' 10 best and 10 worst movies, according to critics

Robin Williams transformed from a sitcom star to a beloved film icon, known for both critical successes and some unsuccessful films.

Final reckoning? Trailer for Mission: Impossible 8 suggests end to franchise

The eighth Mission: Impossible film may mark Tom Cruise's final role in the series, reflecting attempts to revitalize box office performance.

Third 'Venom' film tops box office, Tom Hanks flick debuts third

"Venom: The Last Dance" remains at No. 1 with over $70 million in ticket sales after eight days in theaters.
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Sorry Cinema

Ahmad Hassouna prioritizes documenting life under Israeli bombardment over his ambitions as a filmmaker.
#film-analysis

"Megalopolis" Is Francis Ford Coppola's Artistic Rejuvenation

Coppola's 'Megalopolis' represents a youthful return to extravagant filmmaking, reflecting his mastery and ambition, despite its hefty production cost.

The Robert Zemeckis Hall of Fame, and 'Here'

Robert Zemeckis' new film Here represents an ambitious experiment in storytelling, tracing thousands of years of history.

How the Influential Time-Travel Movie La Jetee Was Made (Almost) Entirely out of Still Photographs

The unique storytelling technique in La Jetée, using still photographs, deeply affects the audience's perception of time and memory, contrasting it with 12 Monkeys' traditional cinematography.

Let's fight about the end of Joker: Folie a Deux

The film 'Joker: Folie à Deux' challenges viewers with its complex narrative and a conflicting portrayal of the protagonist's reality.

"Megalopolis" Is Francis Ford Coppola's Artistic Rejuvenation

Coppola's 'Megalopolis' represents a youthful return to extravagant filmmaking, reflecting his mastery and ambition, despite its hefty production cost.

The Robert Zemeckis Hall of Fame, and 'Here'

Robert Zemeckis' new film Here represents an ambitious experiment in storytelling, tracing thousands of years of history.

How the Influential Time-Travel Movie La Jetee Was Made (Almost) Entirely out of Still Photographs

The unique storytelling technique in La Jetée, using still photographs, deeply affects the audience's perception of time and memory, contrasting it with 12 Monkeys' traditional cinematography.

Let's fight about the end of Joker: Folie a Deux

The film 'Joker: Folie à Deux' challenges viewers with its complex narrative and a conflicting portrayal of the protagonist's reality.
morefilm-analysis

34 Years Later, the Weirdest '90s Sci-Fi Thriller Could Finally Get the Reboot It Deserves

A Tremors reboot is in the works after the original screenwriters regained copyright, raising questions about Kevin Bacon's possible return.
Fans of Tremors can look forward to a reboot of the beloved franchise after 34 years.
#architecture

from megalopolis to the brutalist, architects are taking over the silver screen this fall

Architects are the central figures in upcoming films 'Megalopolis', 'The Brutalist', and 'E.1027', exploring their unique struggles and societal challenges.

Haikou GAOXINGLI Insun Cinema / One Plus Partnership

The cinema design uniquely represents Haikou's ocean environment through innovative use of brick materials instead of traditional colors like blue.

sea of undulating bricks floods chinese cinema cafe interiors by one plus partnership

The Gaoxingli Insun Cinema and Coffee Bar features a coastal-inspired design with wave-like structures, enhancing the space's visual and tactile experience.

from megalopolis to the brutalist, architects are taking over the silver screen this fall

Architects are the central figures in upcoming films 'Megalopolis', 'The Brutalist', and 'E.1027', exploring their unique struggles and societal challenges.

Haikou GAOXINGLI Insun Cinema / One Plus Partnership

The cinema design uniquely represents Haikou's ocean environment through innovative use of brick materials instead of traditional colors like blue.

sea of undulating bricks floods chinese cinema cafe interiors by one plus partnership

The Gaoxingli Insun Cinema and Coffee Bar features a coastal-inspired design with wave-like structures, enhancing the space's visual and tactile experience.
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#film-festival

The 15 Films You Should Add to Your Watchlist This Season

This fall's film festival highlights feature unique narratives and bold storytelling that challenge traditional cinematic representations, especially of femininity and society's standards.

Richard Brody's New York Film Festival Picks

The 2024 New York Film Festival highlights innovative films that explore deep human emotions, identity, and cultural reflections through unique storytelling.

Newfest 2024: What to watch at New York's LGBTQ Film Festival

NewFest showcases diverse LGBTQ films, celebrating unique narratives and voices in cinema through features, shorts, and documentaries.

Nicolas Cage Is Getting His Own 35mm Film Festival Courtesy of Metrograph - Watch Trailer

Metrograph is hosting a 'Nicolas Uncaged' festival celebrating Nicolas Cage's eclectic film career from November 8 to January 2.

A Guide To BFI London Film Festival 2024: What To Watch and Where

The BFI London Film Festival 2024 will showcase over 160 feature films and 60 shorts from October 9 to 20, focusing on innovative filmmaking.

The 15 Films You Should Add to Your Watchlist This Season

This fall's film festival highlights feature unique narratives and bold storytelling that challenge traditional cinematic representations, especially of femininity and society's standards.

Richard Brody's New York Film Festival Picks

The 2024 New York Film Festival highlights innovative films that explore deep human emotions, identity, and cultural reflections through unique storytelling.

Newfest 2024: What to watch at New York's LGBTQ Film Festival

NewFest showcases diverse LGBTQ films, celebrating unique narratives and voices in cinema through features, shorts, and documentaries.

Nicolas Cage Is Getting His Own 35mm Film Festival Courtesy of Metrograph - Watch Trailer

Metrograph is hosting a 'Nicolas Uncaged' festival celebrating Nicolas Cage's eclectic film career from November 8 to January 2.

A Guide To BFI London Film Festival 2024: What To Watch and Where

The BFI London Film Festival 2024 will showcase over 160 feature films and 60 shorts from October 9 to 20, focusing on innovative filmmaking.
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Restored Grand Theater in East Granville, Pennsylvania, celebrates a century of cinema

The Grand Theater preserves historical charm while delivering modern movie experiences.
Ed Buchinski's restoration enhances the cultural significance of the theater.
#character-analysis

Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color review magnificent monster in mono

Godzilla Minus One redefines heroism through its human protagonist's ambivalence while presenting a captivating black and white cinematic experience.

The Steady, Inevitable Decline: Sideways at 20 | Features | Roger Ebert

"Sideways" effectively explores themes of middle-aged disappointment through its protagonist's love and admiration for Pinot Noir. It significantly impacted America's wine culture.

The 14 Creepiest Kids In Movies

Children can embody creepiness in cinema, contrasting innocence with unsettling behaviors or knowledge.
Creepy children exist across genres, enhancing the emotional experience for the audience.

Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color review magnificent monster in mono

Godzilla Minus One redefines heroism through its human protagonist's ambivalence while presenting a captivating black and white cinematic experience.

The Steady, Inevitable Decline: Sideways at 20 | Features | Roger Ebert

"Sideways" effectively explores themes of middle-aged disappointment through its protagonist's love and admiration for Pinot Noir. It significantly impacted America's wine culture.

The 14 Creepiest Kids In Movies

Children can embody creepiness in cinema, contrasting innocence with unsettling behaviors or knowledge.
Creepy children exist across genres, enhancing the emotional experience for the audience.
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#community

OUTshine Film Festival shares LGBTQ+ stories, unites communities and throws one heck of a party

OUTshine Film Festival showcases diverse narratives that challenge stereotypes and unite audiences across Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

CIFF 2024: The Knife, Okie, Bliss | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The Chicago International Film Festival unites local filmmakers and audiences, transforming the familiar city landscape into a space for cinematic discovery and community.

Cinema closure: 'There are not many places like it left'

The closure of Catford Mews cinema significantly impacts community cohesion and access to social spaces in Catford, London.

'Devastation' over closure of Lewisham's only cinema as 'there's nowhere like it'

Catford Mews served as a vital community space and its closure threatens local engagement and culture.

OUTshine Film Festival shares LGBTQ+ stories, unites communities and throws one heck of a party

OUTshine Film Festival showcases diverse narratives that challenge stereotypes and unite audiences across Broward and Miami-Dade counties.

CIFF 2024: The Knife, Okie, Bliss | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The Chicago International Film Festival unites local filmmakers and audiences, transforming the familiar city landscape into a space for cinematic discovery and community.

Cinema closure: 'There are not many places like it left'

The closure of Catford Mews cinema significantly impacts community cohesion and access to social spaces in Catford, London.

'Devastation' over closure of Lewisham's only cinema as 'there's nowhere like it'

Catford Mews served as a vital community space and its closure threatens local engagement and culture.
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#clint-eastwood

Clint Eastwood's possible final film will only be in 50 theaters - is it any good?

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror No. 2' showcases morally complex storytelling, standing out amid typical blockbuster releases but receiving limited theatrical distribution.

Clint Eastwood couldn't make it' to premiere of possibly last film

Clint Eastwood's film Juror #2 is receiving minimal promotional support despite positive reviews and its potential significance as his final project.

Clint Eastwood's possible final film will only be in 50 theaters - is it any good?

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror No. 2' showcases morally complex storytelling, standing out amid typical blockbuster releases but receiving limited theatrical distribution.

Clint Eastwood couldn't make it' to premiere of possibly last film

Clint Eastwood's film Juror #2 is receiving minimal promotional support despite positive reviews and its potential significance as his final project.
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10 Years Later, an Overlooked Action Thriller Franchise is Getting a Big Upgrade

Amazon's Jack Ryan series successfully revitalized the franchise and is set to transition to the big screen.
#steve-mcqueen

Steve McQueen Is 'Going to Do It My Way': The Director on 'Blitz,' Hans Zimmer, and Apple's Theatrical Window

Steve McQueen embraces creative freedom, rejecting labels to deliver entertainment that reflects contemporary life and culture.

Steve McQueen's WWII Drama 'Blitz' Is More Unconventional Than It Appears

Blitz illustrates the impact of World War II on families, highlighting personal connections amidst the chaos and struggle for survival.

Steve McQueen Is 'Going to Do It My Way': The Director on 'Blitz,' Hans Zimmer, and Apple's Theatrical Window

Steve McQueen embraces creative freedom, rejecting labels to deliver entertainment that reflects contemporary life and culture.

Steve McQueen's WWII Drama 'Blitz' Is More Unconventional Than It Appears

Blitz illustrates the impact of World War II on families, highlighting personal connections amidst the chaos and struggle for survival.
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10 Years Ago, Jake Gyllenhaal Made a Chilling Noir Thriller That Was Ahead of Its Time

The launch of the podcast 'Serial' in 2014 coincided with the release of 'Nightcrawler', highlighting a societal fascination with true crime and extreme tragedy.
#horror-films

Inside the terrifying, risky world of making indie horror movies | CBC News

Shannon Hanmer, inspired by her childhood horror movie experience, pursued a career in filmmaking amidst the struggles of the low-budget horror genre.

Scary Movies for Spooky Season

Horror films create a communal experience that enhances the thrill of the viewing experience, especially in theaters during the fall season.

Inside the terrifying, risky world of making indie horror movies | CBC News

Shannon Hanmer, inspired by her childhood horror movie experience, pursued a career in filmmaking amidst the struggles of the low-budget horror genre.

Scary Movies for Spooky Season

Horror films create a communal experience that enhances the thrill of the viewing experience, especially in theaters during the fall season.
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Batman's Batmobile Is Finally on Sale for $2.99 Million

The Tumbler from the Dark Knight Trilogy is being sold as a custom vehicle, blending cinematic design with individual specifications for each owner.
#film-history

Al Pacino thought 'The Godfather' was going to be 'the worst picture ever made.' It made him and Francis Ford Coppola Hollywood icons and won 3 Oscars.

Al Pacino initially believed 'The Godfather' would be terrible after filming the wedding scene.

Ranking The Spider-Man Movies From Worst To Best

Spider-Man represents a universal hero, maintaining relevance through various forms of media since 1962.

Breakfast Is Served-Again: Alan Rudolph on the reissue of "Breakfast of Champions" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Robert Altman's adaptation of 'Breakfast of Champions,' though unrealized, reflects the complexity of American life through its characters' absurdities.

Al Pacino thought 'The Godfather' was going to be 'the worst picture ever made.' It made him and Francis Ford Coppola Hollywood icons and won 3 Oscars.

Al Pacino initially believed 'The Godfather' would be terrible after filming the wedding scene.

Ranking The Spider-Man Movies From Worst To Best

Spider-Man represents a universal hero, maintaining relevance through various forms of media since 1962.

Breakfast Is Served-Again: Alan Rudolph on the reissue of "Breakfast of Champions" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Robert Altman's adaptation of 'Breakfast of Champions,' though unrealized, reflects the complexity of American life through its characters' absurdities.
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Catford Mews: Only cinema in Lewisham closed down after council repossess building

Catford Mews has closed due to rent arrears and council repossession, marking a loss for the local community.
#horror

Here's All The New Films You Can Watch In Cinemas This October

Cinema offers an immersive escape into diverse stories, highlighted by upcoming October releases like 'Joker: Folie a Deux' and 'Transformers One.'

The 15 best tech-themed horror films of all time

Sci-fi horror critiques technology while pushing aesthetic boundaries, making it a unique medium for expressing anxieties about tech's impact on society.

Here's All The New Films You Can Watch In Cinemas This October

Cinema offers an immersive escape into diverse stories, highlighted by upcoming October releases like 'Joker: Folie a Deux' and 'Transformers One.'

The 15 best tech-themed horror films of all time

Sci-fi horror critiques technology while pushing aesthetic boundaries, making it a unique medium for expressing anxieties about tech's impact on society.
morehorror

Spider-Man 4 Gets A Release Date, Launches Just After The Next Avengers Movie

Destin Daniel Cretton will direct Spider-Man 4, set for a July 2026 release, with Tom Holland confirmed to return.
#m-night-shyamalan

M. Night's always had it

M. Night Shyamalan is experiencing a critical reappraisal, highlighting the value of his works between The Village and Split.

Lady in the Water is the bridge between 2 eras of M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan's reputation changed dramatically after 'The Village,' impacting his filmmaking approach and leading to more experimental projects like 'Lady in the Water.'

M. Night's always had it

M. Night Shyamalan is experiencing a critical reappraisal, highlighting the value of his works between The Village and Split.

Lady in the Water is the bridge between 2 eras of M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan's reputation changed dramatically after 'The Village,' impacting his filmmaking approach and leading to more experimental projects like 'Lady in the Water.'
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#film-industry

New York Film Festival Pitches Its Ever-Expanding, Global Tent

The New York Film Festival continues to showcase diverse and significant films, reflecting cultural shifts and expanding appreciation for cinema.

Dick Pope, cinematographer and Mike Leigh collaborator, dies aged 77

The celebrated British cinematographer Dick Pope has passed away at 77, remembered for his influential work and collaboration with director Mike Leigh.

These Cult Films Capture the Trials and Tribulations of Early Womanhood

Films redefine girlhood, reflecting shifting portrayals of femininity within the historical context of cinema and contemporary streaming.
Mubi's Not Just a Girl season explores expanded definitions of girlhood in film.

New York Film Festival Pitches Its Ever-Expanding, Global Tent

The New York Film Festival continues to showcase diverse and significant films, reflecting cultural shifts and expanding appreciation for cinema.

Dick Pope, cinematographer and Mike Leigh collaborator, dies aged 77

The celebrated British cinematographer Dick Pope has passed away at 77, remembered for his influential work and collaboration with director Mike Leigh.

These Cult Films Capture the Trials and Tribulations of Early Womanhood

Films redefine girlhood, reflecting shifting portrayals of femininity within the historical context of cinema and contemporary streaming.
Mubi's Not Just a Girl season explores expanded definitions of girlhood in film.
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We watch classic movies for the first time

Watching classic films like 'Erin Brockovich' and 'Raging Bull' can enhance cultural literacy and appreciation for cinema's impactful storytelling.
#new-york-film-festival

The Best Films At The 2024 New York Film Festival | Defector

The New York Film Festival showcases highly anticipated films ahead of the Oscars, including ambitious projects like 'The Brutalist'.

New York Film Festival 2024: Preview and Thoughts on "The Brutalist," "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The New York Film Festival press screenings start weeks earlier, impacting critics' coverage.

Ficks' Picks: What we saw at the New York Film Festival - 48 hills

The NYFF62 showcased a diverse selection of films, underscoring the festival's cultural significance and lasting impact since its inception in 1963.

The Best Films At The 2024 New York Film Festival | Defector

The New York Film Festival showcases highly anticipated films ahead of the Oscars, including ambitious projects like 'The Brutalist'.

New York Film Festival 2024: Preview and Thoughts on "The Brutalist," "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The New York Film Festival press screenings start weeks earlier, impacting critics' coverage.

Ficks' Picks: What we saw at the New York Film Festival - 48 hills

The NYFF62 showcased a diverse selection of films, underscoring the festival's cultural significance and lasting impact since its inception in 1963.
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Are you good at knowing when something should end? Mark Duplass is still learning

Mark Duplass's portrayal of vulnerability in 'Safety Not Guaranteed' resonates deeply, emphasizing themes of kindness and compassion for the sensitive and imaginative.
#storytelling

Disclaimer Is a Flaccid, Pretentious Slog

Television series should prioritize episodic storytelling rather than stretching narratives into lengthy films.

The 51 greatest movie heroes of all time, ranked

Movie heroes embody honor and resilience, inspiring generations through their extraordinary actions and moral integrity.

Disclaimer Is a Flaccid, Pretentious Slog

Television series should prioritize episodic storytelling rather than stretching narratives into lengthy films.

The 51 greatest movie heroes of all time, ranked

Movie heroes embody honor and resilience, inspiring generations through their extraordinary actions and moral integrity.
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Transform Your Home Cinema Experience with Valerion VisionMaster Long-Throw Projectors - Yanko Design

The Valerion VisionMaster Series revolutionizes home entertainment with advanced projector technology and features, making it a game-changer for movie and gaming enthusiasts.

30 Years Later, 'Little Giants' Is Still Teaching Boys That Girls Are Sports Heroes, Too

Little Giants features Becky as a strong female character, challenging gender stereotypes in a male-dominated sport.
#art

Lost horrors and autistic cameras: the people changing neurodiverse cinema forever

The film industry is evolving to embrace neurodiversity, creating inclusive spaces for diverse storytelling and perspectives.

Nathaniel Mary Quinn Curates Film Series at Metrograph Theater, Celebrates New Monograph Release | stupidDOPE

American artist Nathaniel Mary Quinn curated a film series reflecting ambition and creativity, linking them to his artistic journey and the American Dream.

Lost horrors and autistic cameras: the people changing neurodiverse cinema forever

The film industry is evolving to embrace neurodiversity, creating inclusive spaces for diverse storytelling and perspectives.

Nathaniel Mary Quinn Curates Film Series at Metrograph Theater, Celebrates New Monograph Release | stupidDOPE

American artist Nathaniel Mary Quinn curated a film series reflecting ambition and creativity, linking them to his artistic journey and the American Dream.
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#francis-ford-coppola

Megalopolis Can Only Imagine Genius As a Brand

Coppola's Megalopolis reflects his decades-long passion and frustrations with the film industry through the character of Cesar Catilina.

What to watch: Does Francis Ford Coppola's passion project measure up?

Coppola's 'Megalopolis' is visually stunning but narratively uneven, tackling heavy themes without the emotional intensity needed to resonant effectively.

Film Review: 'Megalopolis' Is Francis Ford Coppola's Gloriously Dumb and Luminous Opus

Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' is a bold, personal venture reflecting his legacy, taking risks that come with his wealth and fame.

Megalopolis is a fantasy disasterpiece, but this book explains why it exists

Megalopolis serves as both a reflection of Coppola's personal past and a commentary on the future of cinema and society.

Megalopolis Can Only Imagine Genius As a Brand

Coppola's Megalopolis reflects his decades-long passion and frustrations with the film industry through the character of Cesar Catilina.

What to watch: Does Francis Ford Coppola's passion project measure up?

Coppola's 'Megalopolis' is visually stunning but narratively uneven, tackling heavy themes without the emotional intensity needed to resonant effectively.

Film Review: 'Megalopolis' Is Francis Ford Coppola's Gloriously Dumb and Luminous Opus

Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' is a bold, personal venture reflecting his legacy, taking risks that come with his wealth and fame.

Megalopolis is a fantasy disasterpiece, but this book explains why it exists

Megalopolis serves as both a reflection of Coppola's personal past and a commentary on the future of cinema and society.
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Max Just Quietly Added the Most Nostalgic Stephen King Thriller of the Year

The new 'Salem's Lot offers an enjoyable horror experience despite its lack of authenticity and realism, appealing especially to hardcore Stephen King fans.
#film-festivals

The State of the 2024 Oscar Race | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Oscar contenders for this season are not as easily identifiable, with surprises emerging and critical consensus lacking.
Unlike previous years, this season's predictions are more uncertain due to emerging contenders and performance variances at fall festivals.

Jude Law, Amy Adams and more celebs flock to the Bay Area this week

The Bay Area has an abundance of film festivals, with the Mill Valley Film Festival particularly notable for its rich programming and prestigious premieres.

Screen Grabs: Drunken, humped, French, and... Mill Valley - 48 hills

Local fall film festivals offer diverse programming with themes ranging from hedonistic fun to serious Oscar contenders.

The State of the 2024 Oscar Race | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Oscar contenders for this season are not as easily identifiable, with surprises emerging and critical consensus lacking.
Unlike previous years, this season's predictions are more uncertain due to emerging contenders and performance variances at fall festivals.

Jude Law, Amy Adams and more celebs flock to the Bay Area this week

The Bay Area has an abundance of film festivals, with the Mill Valley Film Festival particularly notable for its rich programming and prestigious premieres.

Screen Grabs: Drunken, humped, French, and... Mill Valley - 48 hills

Local fall film festivals offer diverse programming with themes ranging from hedonistic fun to serious Oscar contenders.
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What do you mean someone made a biopic about Robbie Williams where everything's normal except he's a CGI monkey?

The use of a CGI monkey to portray Robbie Williams in the biopic "Better Man" raises questions about creative direction and identity representation.

This historic west London cinema has just had a glow-up

Notting Hill's The Gate Picturehouse has reopened, blending historic charm with modern accessibility initiatives for diverse audiences.
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Fountain of youth: The Substance and movies' obsession with fictional drugs

Cinema offers a psychedelic escape, using fictional drugs to explore and reflect societal issues like aging, beauty, and the fears around real-world pharmaceuticals.

"Old Movies"

The article explores the tension between beauty in cinema and the dark realities of historical events.
It reflects on the moral complexities of actors during politically tumultuous times.

Fountain of youth: The Substance and movies' obsession with fictional drugs

Cinema offers a psychedelic escape, using fictional drugs to explore and reflect societal issues like aging, beauty, and the fears around real-world pharmaceuticals.

"Old Movies"

The article explores the tension between beauty in cinema and the dark realities of historical events.
It reflects on the moral complexities of actors during politically tumultuous times.
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Daniel Kaluuya to be recognised with statue in London's Leicester Square

Daniel Kaluuya will be honored with a statue in London for his role in 'Get Out,' highlighting modern cinematic success and representation.

Sleep turns sleepwalking into a supernatural slasher - and it's wicked fun

"Sleep offers a unique blend of horror and humor, exploring relationship dynamics amidst a sleep disorder's bizarre consequences."
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Daniel Radcliffe, Whoopi Goldberg, and More Remember Maggie Smith

Dame Maggie Smith, a beloved actress, passed away peacefully at 89, honored by tributes from co-stars and fans alike.

Maggie Smith Rejected Irrelevance

Maggie Smith's performances celebrate complex female characters who defy traditional roles, redefining womanhood in cinema.
Smith's legacy highlights women's independence and ambition beyond maternal expectations.

Nicole Kidman Gives Us What We Want in the Silly, Soapy "The Perfect Couple"

Nicole Kidman's ad for AMC Theatres emphasizes the emotional connection and transformative experience that movies provide amidst the challenges faced by cinema in recent years.

Cinema Marketing Firm PaperAirplane Media Achieves Another Milestone; Plans Overseas Expansion

The Hangar reaches 1 million digital asset downloads, facilitating easier film marketing for exhibitors and studios.
Exhibitors are increasingly utilizing digital marketing tools to enhance film promotions.

Shopping centre set for phased redevelopment including new cinema

The Baytree Centre redevelopment will introduce a cinema and improve Brentwood's public spaces in three phases.
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