All art is naturally subjective… but what does it mean if a particular piece of art finds extreme popularity? Is said popularity a direct result of great quality, or does it suggest a level of accessibility that suggests that the work doesn’t do enough to challenge the audience? It’s a debate that has no real
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Politics have proven to be fertile ground for storytelling on film. Whether it’s true stories like All The President’s Men. fictional ones like The Ides Of March, or even a mixture of both, like Primary Colors, stories about politics are ultimately among the most human of stories. We see all our aspirations and all of
Ever since Tim Burton’s feature film debut as a director with 1985’s Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure, he’s been one of Hollywood’s top filmmakers. The best Tim Burton movies, from either a critical or commercial standpoint, include two Batman movies that arguably paved the way for modern superhero franchises, and his live-action remake of Alice in Wonderland,
Just in case you needed another reminder that celebrity fashion is all over the early aughts, Brie Larson gave us a Barbiecore pink look that actually channels a much earlier movie: Legally Blonde. The actress was recently on hand for a SAG-Aftra event in support of Lessons in Chemistry, but it was more like “Lessons
Some things only get better with age and apparently, we can add Salma Hayek to that list alongside fine wine. The actress recently enjoyed a lovely vacation and she’s stunning fans with bikini pictures. While she’s also poking a bit of fun at herself and her white hair, it’s difficult to imagine anybody is noticing
Alien: Romulus has been one of those 2024 movies that, while not making a Marvel-level splash, has been pretty successful with its financial haul for more than a week now. Co-writer/director Fede Álvarez’s attention to detail is part of what’s made this new entry on the Alien movie timeline so rewarding, winning over fans and
The box office bombs of the 2024 movie schedule have had some entries that shall live in infamy for quite some time. Earlier this year Madame Web landed with a thud that some can still hear echoing through the internet today. And now, thanks to The Crow’s opening weekend numbers, another cinematic tragedy is about
Fans of the cosmic video game Rogue Trooper might be really excited to know that Duncan Jones is working on an animated feature adaptation. The filmmaker is known for coming out with some of the best sci-fi movies in recent memory with 2009’s Moon and Source Code from 2011, and he is clearly a video
Oliver Stone’s Natural Born Killers is one of the most extreme, bizarre, and unforgettable films of the past 30 years, for better or worse. One of the best ‘90s movies, this blood-soaked, genre-bending cult classic about a pair of psychotic lovebirds on a murderous rampage through the “lower 48” is celebrating its 30th anniversary this
When it comes to the best horror movies we’ve ever seen, 1996’s Scream has gone down in history as one of the most clever versions of a slasher. Coming off the wild success of the original movie, director Wes Craven and the main cast reunited for Scream 2 in 1997. However, when David Arquette looks
While watching Alien: Romulus, it occurred to me that the Xenomorph never fails to terrify. However, it also made me wonder, Is it the scariest movie alien of all time? There are countless classic horror movies and even more awesome sci-fi movies that have unveiled otherworldly creatures of all different shapes, sizes, and, most importantly,
Anthony Ramos, Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones make up the cast of Twisters, whose characters face the challenge of reducing the intensity of tornadoes. After giving convincing performances playing a group of storm chasers who knew their stuff about cyclones, you’d think all of the film’s actors had science backgrounds. Well, Ramos revealed a super
The power of nostalgia in Hollywood is very real, with plenty of audiences wanting to go back to a simple time. We’ve seen countless long-awaited sequels arrive in theaters and streaming with services like a Disney+ subscription, including the highly anticipated Freaky Friday sequel, Freakier Friday. Fans are excited to see this story continued decades
As we look ahead to this weekend in new 2024 movies, we may have a dud on our hands with The Crow remake. Just ahead of the adaptation landing in theaters Thursday night, Lionsgate Films lifted the embargo for the Bill Skarsgård-led flick, and critics are not happy with the long-awaited reimagining of James O’Barr’s
For as long as there have been famous people, celebrity couples have fascinated the public. Just look at how many headlines have surrounded Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, or the years-long saga of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez. One pair that tends to be #couplegoals is Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, who are often collaborating
Earlier today, the first trailer for Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis was released online, giving the public a taste of the director’s first feature in over a decade following its polarizing premiere at the Cannes Festival in May. However, now Lionsgate, which is handling the upcoming 2024 movie’s distribution, is is pulling the trailer from theaters
Warning: Spoilers for Alien: Romulus — specifically some related to the film’s ending — are in play here. If you haven’t seen the movie yet, you’ve been warned. Some filmmakers seem to think its their job to shake things up, especially on a studio level. As director/co-writer Fede Álvarez’s 2024 movie release Alien: Romulus is
It’s interesting how life can take unexpected turns. Inspiration often comes from the most surprising places—just ask Jenna Ortega, the breakout member of the cast from Netflix’s Wednesday. As one of Hollywood’s most sought-after young talents, Jenna has captivated audiences with her journey from Disney Channel’s Stuck in the Middle to her gripping performances in