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MARSHALS Actor Darren Darnborough on Cannes, Vertical Storytelling and Building Communities in Hollywood

Introduction Some actors build careers. Then there are actors who build ecosystems. Spend five minutes talking to Darren Darnborough, and it quickly becomes apparent that...

LEVITICUS: A Review Of The New Supernatural Horror Film From Down Under!

Introduction Wrong day, wrong time—I am not entirely sure—but I had a difficult time connecting with Leviticus. I had seen the trailer beforehand, and it...

LET’S LOVE Takes a Stellar Cast on a Forgettable Journey

Introduction Filmmaker Jamie Adams (She is Love, Pose) is back with his newest ensemble rom-com, Let's Love. The film is an improvisational exploration of the...

JOKER: Folie à Deux Review: Try And Put On A Happy Face

Introduction Joker: Folie à Deux, which means 'the madness of two', is a follow-up to the immensely successful Joker (2019). That film crossed $1 billion...

NETFLIX FOR SCIENCE: An Interview With Filmmaker Alexis Gambis

Introduction Alexis Gambis is a French-Venezuelan filmmaker and biologist. His films combine documentary and fiction, often embracing animal perspectives and experimenting with new forms of...

Cinema Scholars Recommends: 31 Horror Films For 31 Days Of October

Introduction For horror fans, the 31 for 31 challenge is a beloved tradition in October. It’s a celebratory indulgence as well as a personal challenge...

Scholars’ Spotlight: Samuel Goldwyn

Introduction Looking at the life of movie mogul Samuel Goldwyn, it's utterly amazing to see how many threads of the film industry he touched. Indeed,...

Director Alexandre Aja Talks NEVER LET GO At Fantastic Fest 2024

Cinema Scholars chats with Never Let Go director Alexandre Aja following the film's premiere at Fantastic Fest 2024. Leading actress/producer Halle Berry was also...