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...

THE HOLDOVERS Review: Greatness Comes Down To Simplicity

Introduction Most movies have, "a thing." There is an essential element or characteristic that makes a particular film greater than others. Scarcely, films excel because...

SHOWDOWN AT THE GRAND: An Interview With Writer/Director Orson Oblowitz

Cinema Scholars interviews Orson Oblowitz, writer/director of the new action comedy Showdown at the Grand. The film stars Terrance Howard, Dolph Lundgren, Piper Curda,...

YOUR LUCKY DAY: An Interview With Director Daniel Brown And Star Jessica Garza

Cinema Scholars interviews Your Lucky Day writer/director Daniel Brown and lead actress Jessica Garza. Well Go USA will release Your Lucky Day in Theaters...

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S Review – Zoinks!

Introduction When I was a kid, one of my television staples was Scooby-Doo. I always enjoyed how Scooby and the gang would get chased around...

BARK: A Review Of The New Survival/Thriller Premiering At Fantastic Fest

Introduction While there is nothing wrong with big studio productions making a splash at Fantastic Fest, the humbler indie films are the heart and soul...