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INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM (1984) – A Retro Review

Sequels In many instances, sequels are automatically looked upon with a certain distaste. Perhaps it’s impossible to catch lightning in a bottle twice. Maybe it’s...

Scholars’ Spotlight – The Carradine Family: Part I

Introduction The Carradine family's legacy in American cinema and television spans generations with accomplished actors such as John Carradine, David Carradine, Keith Carradine, and Martha...

Scholars’ Spotlight: Artist Frank Frazetta

Early Life Frank Frazetta was born in Brooklyn, New York on February 9, 1928. He was encouraged by his grandmother - who helped raise him...

Guillermo del Toro And The State Of Spanish Cinema

Guillermo del Toro Guillermo del Toro arguably went ‘mainstream’ with the well-received Hellboy (2004) and its sequel, Hellboy: The Golden Army (2008). While the sequel...

The Los Angeles Homes of The Doors

The Doors are arguably the most iconic Los Angeles-based band of all time. In this article, we’ll go over the places they lived over...

SAMARITAN: A Review Of The New Stallone ‘Old Superhero’ Release

Cinema Scholars reviews the latest Sylvester Stallone action/fantasy Samaritan, now streaming on Prime. Introduction The dominance of the superhero genre in modern cinema shows little sign...

HOUSE OF DARKNESS: A Review Of Neil LaBute’s New Horror/Thriller

Cinema Scholars reviews Neil LaBute's new horror/thriller House Of Darkness. The film stars Justin Long, Kate Bosworth, Gia Crovatin, and Lucy Walters. Saban Films...

THE AMUSEMENT PARK (1973): A Blu-Ray Review

Introduction The Amusement Park (1973) is likely not the first film that comes to mind when one thinks of the collective works of horror master...