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A Review Of Olivia Wilde’s New Romantic Dramedy THE INVITE

Cinema Scholars reviews the new film The Invite. Olivia Wilde directs and stars alongside Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton. A24 is releasing...

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...

Scholars’ Spotlight: Photographer George Hurrell

Introduction George Hurrell is the definitive photographer of Hollywood’s Golden Age. A master of black and white photography whose expertise in contrast and shadows was...

JOCKEY: A Review Of The Soulful Horse Racing Drama

Like The Wrestler, only with horseracing, Clint Bentley's Jockey gives the life of jockeys insight and soul, while also showcasing longtime character actor Clifton...

Scholars’ Spotlight: Francoise Dorléac and Catherine Deneuve

June 26, 1967 Francoise Dorléac was on top of the world in the summer of 1967 and June 26th should have been no exception. Just...

Elvis Presley’s California Homes

Introduction The house that Elvis Presley is most closely associated with is, of course, Graceland. However, The King spent a considerable amount of time in...

FINCH: Review Of The Tom Hanks AppleTV+ Drama

Proving Tom Hanks can still carry a film on his shoulders, Miguel Sapochnik's Finch is an enjoyable and sentimental journey that shows the love...