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1 hour ago
Independent films

Marie? Mission: Impossible's Most Mysterious Character Retcons Ethan Hunt's Origins

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1 hour ago
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Marie? Mission: Impossible's Most Mysterious Character Retcons Ethan Hunt's Origins

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fromVulture
3 days ago

Jennifer Lawrence Gets to Act Her Age in Die, My Love

Jennifer Lawrence's role in 'Die, My Love' marks a significant point in her career as she embraces deeper, more complex characters.
#nadav-lapid
fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago
Independent films

Cannes 2025: Yes, Woman and Child, The Six Billion Dollar Man | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

fromIndieWire
5 days ago
Film

'Yes' Review: Nadav Lapid's Furiously Orgiastic Satire of Modern Israel Asks How People Can Live Normally

fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago
Independent films

Cannes 2025: Yes, Woman and Child, The Six Billion Dollar Man | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

fromIndieWire
5 days ago
Film

'Yes' Review: Nadav Lapid's Furiously Orgiastic Satire of Modern Israel Asks How People Can Live Normally

#character-development
Film
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

'Love on Trial' Review: Koji Fukada Explores Injustice in the World of J-Pop

Koji Fukada's "Love on Trial" introduces a dilemma with known consequences, diverging from his typical abrupt disruptions in family narratives.
Independent films
fromInverse
6 days ago

45 Years Ago, The Greatest Sci-Fi Sequel Ever Played A Clever Trick

The Empire Strikes Back excels in character drama and serial storytelling, surpassing its predecessors through its unique narrative structure.
Film
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

'Love on Trial' Review: Koji Fukada Explores Injustice in the World of J-Pop

Koji Fukada's "Love on Trial" introduces a dilemma with known consequences, diverging from his typical abrupt disruptions in family narratives.
Independent films
fromInverse
6 days ago

45 Years Ago, The Greatest Sci-Fi Sequel Ever Played A Clever Trick

The Empire Strikes Back excels in character drama and serial storytelling, surpassing its predecessors through its unique narrative structure.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Mastermind review Josh O'Connor is world's worst art thief in Kelly Reichardt's unlikely heist movie

The film presents a stark, ironic portrayal of a clueless protagonist undertaking a desperate art heist.
#cultural-impact
Independent films
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Pope Francis, Unlikely Movie Star: From Conclave' to Francesco'

Pope Francis's focus on marginalized communities and environmental issues made him a compelling and cinematic figure.
His papacy inspired a variety of films that emphasize his social and cultural relevance.
Independent films
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Pope Francis, Unlikely Movie Star: From Conclave' to Francesco'

Pope Francis's focus on marginalized communities and environmental issues made him a compelling and cinematic figure.
His papacy inspired a variety of films that emphasize his social and cultural relevance.
#post-credits-scenes
#cannes-film-festival
fromVulture
1 week ago
Independent films

Kristen Stewart on Why The Chronology of Water Is 'Like a Female Orgasm'

fromRoger Ebert
5 days ago
Film

Cannes 2025: Sentimental Value, Romeria, The History of Sound | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Film
fromRoger Ebert
4 days ago

Cannes 2025: Sauson Rec, Dandelion's Odyssey, Lucky Lu | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

The article explores thematic connections between films at Cannes, focusing on recovery after catastrophe.
fromVulture
1 week ago
Independent films

Kristen Stewart on Why The Chronology of Water Is 'Like a Female Orgasm'

fromRoger Ebert
5 days ago
Film

Cannes 2025: Sentimental Value, Romeria, The History of Sound | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

#final-destination
fromPolygon
1 week ago
Film

Final Destination: Bloodlines directors say IMAX's unique version of the movie will never be released anywhere else

fromPolygon
1 week ago
Film

Final Destination: Bloodlines directors say IMAX's unique version of the movie will never be released anywhere else

Independent films
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Friendship Review: A Life of Not-So-Quiet Desperation

Suburban life often strips adults of agency and happiness, reflecting a deeper existential struggle instead of solely contemporary issues.
#disney
fromInverse
5 days ago
Independent films

10 Years Later, Disney's Weirdest Sci-Fi Flop Is Better Than You Remember

fromInverse
5 days ago
Independent films

10 Years Later, Disney's Weirdest Sci-Fi Flop Is Better Than You Remember

#body-horror
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

The Shrouds': David Cronenberg's haunting meditation on grief

David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds' explores grief through inventive body horror and complex themes, reflecting on the deep impact of loss.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

The Shrouds': David Cronenberg's haunting meditation on grief

David Cronenberg's 'The Shrouds' explores grief through inventive body horror and complex themes, reflecting on the deep impact of loss.
#cinema
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

Your Guide to Ebertfest 2025: Day 3, April 25th | Ebertfest | Roger Ebert

Ebertfest celebrates cinema through diverse films and meaningful discussions among filmmakers, critics, and fans.
Independent films
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago

Your Guide to Ebertfest 2025: Day 3, April 25th | Ebertfest | Roger Ebert

Ebertfest celebrates cinema through diverse films and meaningful discussions among filmmakers, critics, and fans.
#cultural-commentary
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago
Podcast

How "Sinners" Revives the Vampire

The vampire archetype challenges societal norms and perceptions, reflecting cultural changes through history.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
Arts

Pop culture has a "bean soup problem."

There is a concerning media literacy crisis impacting audiences' understanding of key cultural narratives.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Pop culture has a "bean soup problem."

There is a concerning media literacy crisis impacting audiences' understanding of key cultural narratives.
#wes-anderson
fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

'The Phoenician Scheme' Review: Wes Anderson's Plans Go Awry in a Spirited but Shallow Caper

fromIndieWire
1 week ago
Independent films

'The Phoenician Scheme' Review: Wes Anderson's Plans Go Awry in a Spirited but Shallow Caper

Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 week ago

'The Secret Agent' Review: Wagner Moura Tries to Leave History Behind in Kleber Mendonca Filho's Beautifully Remembered Period Thriller

Kleber Mendonça Filho uses fiction to depict cultural memory in Brazil, illustrating how narratives can reflect historical realities.
#sci-fi
fromInverse
1 week ago
Independent films

2025's Most Underrated Sci-Fi Blockbuster Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Mickey 17 represents a shift from Marvel franchises, showcasing unique storytelling and themes.
fromInverse
1 week ago
Film

45 Years Later, A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Masterpiece Continues To Confound

Tarkovsky's 'Stalker' masterfully blends sci-fi with deep spiritual themes that challenge viewers' perceptions of reality and desire.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 week ago

2025's Most Underrated Sci-Fi Blockbuster Just Got A Huge Upgrade

Mickey 17 represents a shift from Marvel franchises, showcasing unique storytelling and themes.
Film
fromInverse
1 week ago

45 Years Later, A Groundbreaking Sci-Fi Masterpiece Continues To Confound

Tarkovsky's 'Stalker' masterfully blends sci-fi with deep spiritual themes that challenge viewers' perceptions of reality and desire.
#music
Film
fromKqed
1 week ago

'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Will Make You Want to Skip The Weeknd

The Weeknd's film debut explores themes of fame, insomniac existence, and personal struggles, intertwined with his latest album, 'Hurry Up Tomorrow.'
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Dossier 137 review tense gilets-jaunes thriller divides cop's loyalties over police brutality

Dominik Moll's 'Dossier 137' effectively highlights the consequences of police brutality in France, using a gripping narrative focused on the investigation of a protest-related injury.
France politics
#comedy
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Independent films

Film Review: Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd's 'Friendship' Movie Thrives in This Golden Age of Pathetic Men

fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Independent films

Film Review: Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd's 'Friendship' Movie Thrives in This Golden Age of Pathetic Men

#character-study
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Asian American Men and Their Fathers: Healing Old Wounds

The Japanese saying, "Fear earthquakes, tsunamis, and your father," highlights the complex and often painful dynamics of father-son relationships in many cultures.
Parenting
#marvel
Atlanta Falcons
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Wondering why 'Thunderbolts*' has an asterisk in its title? The ending explains it - and sets up a major MCU crossover

The asterisk in "Thunderbolts*" signifies a temporary name for the team, revealed to be The New Avengers in the film's conclusion.
Atlanta Falcons
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

Wondering why 'Thunderbolts*' has an asterisk in its title? The ending explains it - and sets up a major MCU crossover

The asterisk in "Thunderbolts*" signifies a temporary name for the team, revealed to be The New Avengers in the film's conclusion.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

FilmWatch Weekly: Under-the-radar action in 'Fight or Flight' and 'Sharp Corner,' plus 'Secret Mall Apartment,' Log Lady doc, and more * Oregon ArtsWatch

The dominance of big-budget franchise films starves mid-budget genre films of the sunlight they need to prosper, yet engaging flicks can still be found.
Independent films
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

'The Surfer' Mostly Sputters And Flails | Defector

"Don't live here, don't surf here," goes the tag-line spat at him by the local crew.
Film
#historical-accuracy
#horror
Independent films
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Screen Grabs: Corny clowns, familial thorns abound - 48 hills

Wes Craven's Scream revitalized slasher films with a self-aware style, blending humor and horror, a balance many later attempts struggled to maintain.
Independent films
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Screen Grabs: Corny clowns, familial thorns abound - 48 hills

Wes Craven's Scream revitalized slasher films with a self-aware style, blending humor and horror, a balance many later attempts struggled to maintain.
#cinematic-techniques
Photography
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Ozu Created His Own Cinematic Language

Ozu's films embody the aesthetic principle of 'mono no aware', emphasizing the beauty of transience through nuanced storytelling and artistic simplicity.
Photography
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Ozu Created His Own Cinematic Language

Ozu's films embody the aesthetic principle of 'mono no aware', emphasizing the beauty of transience through nuanced storytelling and artistic simplicity.
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

20 Years Later, Ridley Scott's Most Misunderstood Epic Is Timelier Than Ever

"It's a passion of the period; it's a passion of the idea of what drives a person, to pursue his doubts that he has about his faith."
Independent films
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Crash at 20: is it the worst best picture winner of all time?

"Crash" remains a controversial Best Picture winner, often criticized for its execution despite its ambition to address complex themes like racism.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Thunderbolts* is Marvel's latest attempt at clawing out of an existential void

The MCU's recent crossover features have generally resulted in dangling threads, almost feeling like previews for the next big blockbuster.
Independent films
#pope-francis
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

A Joyfully Chaotic Tribute to Pavement in "Pavements"

Alex Ross Perry's 'Pavements' uses irony to celebrate the band Pavement, offering an authentic experience despite challenges with music rights.
Music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Welcome to the age of depressing musicals: Films that sing through tragedy and the apocalypse

The End illustrates how contemporary musicals can convey darker themes amidst despair.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Twilight's Final Vampire Battle Is Better Than Anything Marvel Has Ever Done

The overall tone of the movie shifts dramatically, leaving behind the romantic angst in favor of an unexpected and chaotic showdown.
Film
fromArtforum
3 weeks ago

Quotation Marks

Godard's homage to Caillebotte in The Image Book represents a culmination of his longstanding dialogue with French art, capturing themes of law and injustice.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Gavin Rossdale Answers All Our Questions About Constantine

Rossdale’s Balthazar embodies and exudes pleasure in villainy, marked by striking confidence and sensuality, making him a standout presence in Constantine among a stellar cast.
Writing
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 weeks ago

'Metropolitan' at 35: Director Whit Stillman talks about his phenomenal debut in advance of Portland visit * Oregon ArtsWatch

Stillman's unique voice and compelling portrayal of privileged youth were not only influential in the indie scene but also shaped perceptions of 1990s cinema.
Independent films
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

Ben Affleck Admits His Best Work Might Be An Infamous Armageddon DVD Extra

In retrospect, now, I feel like maybe my best work in my career is the commentary on this disc.
Independent films
fromThe Nation
4 weeks ago

Chile in Our Hearts

By focusing on the deaths of Charles Horman and Frank Teruggi, Missing raises troubling questions about the U.S. government's role in the Chilean coup and their murders.
US news
#star-wars
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Independent films

Someone finally solved Revenge of the Sith's 'Force ghost' mini-mystery

fromPolygon
1 month ago
Independent films

Someone finally solved Revenge of the Sith's 'Force ghost' mini-mystery

#david-cronenberg
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

David Cronenberg's grief is "as powerful as it always was"

The film explores the depths of grief and how one man's obsession with his deceased wife manifests in darkness and technology.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

David Cronenberg's grief is "as powerful as it always was"

The film explores the depths of grief and how one man's obsession with his deceased wife manifests in darkness and technology.
Film
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Every David Cronenberg Movie, Ranked

David Cronenberg continues to push cinematic boundaries at 82, blending intellectual depth with visceral horror in his latest work.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Symbolism in Sinners'

Sinners is a work that's interested in moral dichotomies, revealing the definitions of good and evil in a supernatural version of the Jim Crow South.
Music
Film
fromInverse
4 weeks ago

50 Years Ago, A Dystopian Sci-Fi Cult Classic Beat Hunger Games To The Punch

Dystopian narratives often reflect societal fears around totalitarianism and escapism through violent entertainment.
#artificial-intelligence
fromVulture
5 months ago

Babygirl Just Isn't An Erotic Thriller

In a stark exploration of female sexuality, 'Babygirl' reveals how societal pressures shape Romy Mathis's experience of intimacy and fulfillment.
Writing
#hollywood
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Two of 2024's most innovative horror movies are now on Hulu

In a Violent Nature is a slasher where we follow the killer instead of the victims—it's a brilliant idea that transforms the typical slasher format.
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SF LGBT
from48 hills
1 month ago

Playing a gig worker-and being one, too-in an increasingly chilly SF - 48 hills

Asia Kate Dillon connects their acting experiences with the character Cass, emphasizing shared struggles of gig work and emotional complexities.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Raphael's School of Athens review rewarding study of Renaissance fresco

Howard Burton's film critically explores Raphael's Vatican fresco linking Neoplatonism meaningfully with art history.
#sinners
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sinners is a horror film about the highs and lows of the Black experience | Andrew Lawrence

Ryan Coogler centers the Black experience in film, using horror and historical context to explore themes of struggle and joy.
Music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

An Ode to the Blues' Many Guises, Inspired by Sinners'

The article explores the deep connections and evolution of Black music depicted in Ryan Coogler's film, Sinners.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Every Jurassic Park Movie, Ranked By The Brutality Of The Dinosaur Killings

The Jurassic Park films highlight human hubris through genetic engineering of dinosaurs, resulting in brutal on-screen deaths that contrast with the family-friendly branding of the franchise.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Here's what 'Conclave' got right and wrong about the selection of a new pope

"The voting procedure was done very well; the urns used were perfect replicas of what is actually used in the burning of the ballots."
Arts
#iraq-war
Independent films
fromVulture
1 month ago

Sinners Is Bold, Ambitious, and Just Misses Greatness

The South is integral to America's identity, often misrepresented, especially regarding its Black communities and history.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Independent films

"Invention" Probes the American Mind in the Post-Truth Era

Modern cinema merges documentary and fictional storytelling, revealing complexities in distinguishing fact from fiction.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

'Pride & Prejudice' director reveals Matthew Macfadyen improvised this iconic Mr. Darcy moment

“It wasn't in the script, but that was an important moment in the book,” Wright explained about the improvised hand tremble by Macfadyen. “This sudden realization, as they were parting, of what they meant to each other...”
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Wedding Banquet review muddled gay comedy remake plays it too straight

The Wedding Banquet remake effectively adapts the original's themes to modern contexts and social dynamics.
Independent films
fromVulture
6 months ago

The 50 Greatest War Movies Ever Made

War movies often inadvertently endorse war despite claiming to be antiwar.
Films reflect societal attitudes towards war and evolve with time.
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