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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...

Writer/Director Dan Mirvish Discusses His New Film 18 1/2

Introduction Dan Mirvish wears many hats. In addition to being a first-class writer and director, he is a co-founder of the Slamdance Film Festival, worked...

THE BATMAN (2022) Review (Spoilers)

Introduction Roger Ebert once said, "Never make a movie about a character you can't stand." The movie he was referring to was The Cat in the...

GREASE vs GREASE 2: A Critical Analysis and Review

Introduction  When Grease came out in 1978, the Randal Kleiser-directed film was such a hit that the studio planned to make three sequels. However, the...

THE LEGEND OF BOGGY CREEK: A 50th Anniversary Appreciation

Introduction Celebrating its 50th anniversary in August, The Legend of Boggy Creek has been called many things. The world’s first pseudo-documentary. The beginning of “reality”...

Must-See Films From SXSW Film Festival 2022

For the past 35 years, the annual SXSW film, music, and technology festival has been a hotbed for the latest must-see films. Cinema Scholars'...