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ONCE UPON A TIME IN HARLEM Review: A Joyous Look At Self-History

Introduction William and David Greaves' Once Upon a Time in Harlem is more than just a document of a once-in-a-lifetime party. Not only is it...

WHALEFALL Review: Inner Space

Introduction Whalefall is probably the best movie one can make about a human being trying to survive being swallowed by a whale. That's not a...

FOLLOWING HARRY: Director Susanne Rostock On Harry Belafonte, Activism, And The Power Of Legacy

Introduction Harry Belafonte is almost impossible to introduce without mentioning Day-O. The legendary performer became a global superstar through music, film, and television, but his...

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...