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Fantastic Fest 2026: The Director Of THE SQUIRREL Talks About His Sweet Sci-Fi Charmer

Cinema Scholars is back with more coverage of Fantastic Fest 2026 and an interview with Markus Lehmusruusu, director of The Squirrel. The Squirrel, a...

Fantastic Fest 2026 Coverage: Two Days Full Of Horror!

Introduction I love Fantastic Fest! It is my favorite eight days of the year. Every year, I walk into the festival carrying this massive amount...

RESIDENT EVIL (2026) Review: Never Thought I Would See The Day

Introduction My first memory of the Resident Evil video game franchise goes all the way back to my college years. I was in a friend's...

Scholars Spotlight: Robert Redford

Introduction Robert Redford was one of the most influential and multifaceted figures in American cinema. Actor, director, producer, philanthropist, and environmental activist, his career spanned...

OVERTIME – Working Beyond Death: A Filmmaker Roundtable Interview

Introduction In the British short film, Overtime - Working Beyond Death, we meet Gary Golfman. Gary (Iain Collins) led an uneventful existence right up to...

THE OMRO HEIST: A Rountable Interview With The Creative Team

Introduction When FBI agent Cole returns to his hometown during a bank robbery, he uncovers a conspiracy orchestrated by the corrupt mayor. The Omro Heist...

CASPER (1995): Holy Ghost! A 30th Anniversary Retrospective

Introduction So, I know nobody asked, but I have a hot-take on Casper, the 1995 family-friendly spooktacular. Suppose you’re not familiar with this classic cinematic...

Austin Film Festival 2025: CHRISTY Follows The Knockout Formula

Cinema Scholars reviews the new boxer biopic Christy out of the 2025 Austin Film Festival. The film is directed by David Michôd and stars...