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MAGNUM, P.I. (1980-1988) – How Tom Selleck Transformed Television

Introduction The rebooted Magnum P.I. (2018-2023), starring Jay Hernandez, was a good and fun series. Hernadez was a charismatic and engaging lead. Further, Perdita Weeks...

Review: MOTHER MARY Is A Stylized Rock Opera Thriller With Horror Sensibilities

Cinema Scholars reviews David Lowery's new music thriller Mother Mary, starring Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel. The film co-stars FKA Twigs, Kaia Gerber, and...

Scholars Spotlight: The Sherman Brothers – Part II

Introduction If Part I of our series was the story of an ascent, then Part II is the story of orbit. Join us as we...

NOBODY 2 Review: For Better Or For Worse

Introduction Before attending the screening for Nobody 2, I decided to watch Nobody (2021). Literally, the night before the screening is when I watched it. That way,...

SCARFACE (1983): The Journey From Print To Screen

Introduction Recognized today as an iconic touchstone in the history of the gangster film, Scarface (1983), along with The Godfather (1972) and Goodfellas (1990), form...

WITCHBOARD: Elisha And Renee Herbert Talk Witches, Gore, And Chuck Russell’s Return To Horror!

Introduction From legendary director Chuck Russell (A Nightmare on Elm Street 3, The Mask), Witchboard resurrects the '80s horror classic with a chilling new vision....

STAR PEOPLE: We Chat With Actor And Recording Artist Kat Cunning!

Introduction A photographer receives a tip that could shed light on her childhood UFO sighting, but a heatwave and some unexpected guests threaten to derail...

PETULIA: Why Richard Lester’s 1968 Masterpiece Is So Underrated

Introduction Imagine a film set in the late 1960s. You can hear the psychedelic rock and roll and see the acid-laced colors and the paisley-printed...