Articles

John Carpenter: The Early Years – Part One

Introduction When I think of my favorite directors, the list usually begins with easy choices like Spielberg or Scorsese before winding its way through directors...

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...

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...

MERRY LITTLE BATMAN: The Making Of The New Animated Superhero Film!

Synopsis In Merry Little Batman, rambunctious eight-year-old Damian Wayne (charmingly voiced by Yonas Kibreab) has one wish this Christmas. He wants to be a superhero...

HELEN’S DEAD: An Interview With Actor Beth Dover!

Introduction It’s a dinner party gone wrong - a thrilling story about a unique group of individuals, brought together by happenstance, trying to survive the...

THE MENTAL STATE: An Interview With Alison Thornton And James Camali

Introduction The Mental State, playwright Josh Adell’s acclaimed play adapted by prolific director James Camali (A Fatal Obsession, The Heavens Must Have Cried), and starring...

THE TERROR (1963): A 60th Anniversary Blu Ray Review

Introduction The mission statement of the film label Film Masters is to "celebrate the preservation and restoration of classic film." With fantastic Blu-ray releases of...