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INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM (1984) – A Retro Review

Sequels In many instances, sequels are automatically looked upon with a certain distaste. Perhaps it’s impossible to catch lightning in a bottle twice. Maybe it’s...

Scholars’ Spotlight – The Carradine Family: Part I

Introduction The Carradine family's legacy in American cinema and television spans generations with accomplished actors such as John Carradine, David Carradine, Keith Carradine, and Martha...

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...

HERE’S LUCY (1968-1974): A Look Back

Introduction From the early 1950s through the mid-1970s Lucille Ball was the Queen of television. Beginning with I Love Lucy (1951-57) and continuing with The...

PAINT Review: Owen Wilson Can’t Save This Middling Absurdist Comedy

Introduction With an intriguing premise and a dedicated lead performance from Owen Wilson, Brit McAdam's Paint should be a delightfully weird time at the cinema. ...

AIR (2023) Movie Review – Happy Feet!

Introduction Now that we are at the beginning of the blockbuster season, we have a lot to choose from. Super Mario. John Wick. Adonis Creed....

ONE DAY AS A LION: An Interview With Director John Swab

Introduction Directed by John Swab and written by, and starring Scott Caan, the director describes One Day as a Lion as a film "where the...

PARIS, TEXAS (1984): A Review Of Wim Wenders Masterpiece

Introduction Wim Wenders tells a powerfully quiet story in Paris, Texas (1984) which impeccably evokes emotion through flawless writing and cinematography. In the film, mysterious...