Articles

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...

The Golden Year Of Television: A Celebration

 Introduction September 1970. This started the Golden Year for American network television, specifically, half-hour sitcoms. This retrospective looks back at that time, over 55 years...

HOW TO MAKE A KILLING Review: Misplaced Energy

Introduction The elements present in John Patton Ford's How to Make a Killing should combine for an effective black comedy, or a light drama, or...

THE BOYS IN THE BOAT Review: A Harmless 90s Sports-Movie Throwback

Introduction Disney had a solid run of harmless always-on-cable sports movies in the 90s and early 2000s. They followed a formula and delivered some entertainment. George...

“I’ll Ask Around” – A Tenth Anniversary Review Of IDA

Introduction In the bottom left corner of the screen, three nuns try to erect a statue of Jesus as snow falls, with the convent standing...

Scholars’ Spotlight: Busby Berkeley – A Tortured Genius

Introduction During the 1930s and 1940s, Busby Berkeley was a household name. When it came to musicals and elaborate dance numbers, his films were often...

THE IRON CLAW: A Review Of The Von Erich Brothers Biopic

Cinema Scholars reviews The Iron Claw, a new biopic about legendary pro wrestlers, the Von Erich brothers. The film is written and directed by...

Holiday Noirs for Christmas: 5 Movies to Watch

Introduction While #Noirvember may be long past, there's no reason to give up on film noir. Cinema Scholars presents for your enjoyment five Holiday noirs...