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THE EXORCIST: MARTYRS Aims To Continue One Of Horror’s Most Enduring Legacies

Introduction Few horror films have left a mark on popular culture quite like The Exorcist (1973). The film redefined what audiences expected from the genre....

John Carpenter: The Early Years – Part Two

Introduction In part one of this retrospective, we looked back at the early years of John Carpenter's career (you can read it here!). This included...

SUPERGIRL Review: Short Skirt, Long Jacket

Introduction One of the posters for Supergirl features the titular character in her Supergirl suit, a very stylish trench coat, and oversized sunglasses. I can't...

Movie Stars in the Studio System: Secrets and Rules

Introduction The way Hollywood operated during its heyday was vastly different than how it currently does. The Studio System was a business structure. One where...

SOMEWHERE IN TIME (1980): A Love Story For The Ages

Introduction Mostly panned by critics and performing poorly at the box office, the Jeannot Szwarc-directed Somewhere in Time (1980) was the little movie that could....

THE BRIDE! Review: Love, Death, And Show Tunes In A Monster’s Heart

Introduction Sitting down to watch The Bride! I was excited. The trailers that I had seen made it look like an interesting and unique take...

Scholars’ Spotlight: The Carradine Family – Part 3

Cinema Scholars continues our Spotlight on the Carradine acting dynasty. This latest edition focuses on Robert Carradine and his niece, Martha Plimpton. You can...

Scholars’ Spotlight – The Carradine Family: Part 2

Introduction Cinema Scholars continues our multi-part series on the Carradine family's extraordinary legacy, talent, and life. Next, we will take a deep dive into Keith...