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Scholars’ Spotlight – The Carradine Family: Part 2

Introduction Cinema Scholars continues our multi-part series on the Carradine family's extraordinary legacy, talent, and life. Next, we will take a deep dive into Keith...

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...

PUNCH: Actor Jordan Oosterhof Talks About His New Sports/Drama

Introduction In Punch, Jim (Jordan Oosterhof) is a promising teenage boxer who is training under the watchful eye of his demanding and alcoholic father,...

SXSW 2023: Writer/Director Dillon Tucker Opens Up About His OCD-Inspired Film PURE O

Cinema Scholars SXSW 2023 coverage continues with an interview from Pure O writer/director Dillon Tucker. Pure O will celebrate its World Premiere at SXSW...

THE RITUAL KILLER: A Review – Redbox Alert!

Introduction The Ritual Killer follows Detective Boyd (Cole Hauser, Yellowstone), who, unable to process the death of his daughter, embarks on the hunt for a...

A LITTLE WHITE LIE: A Review Of The New Michael Shannon Comedy

Introduction Written and directed by Michael Maren, A Little White Lie is based on Chris Belden’s 2013 novel Shriver, A Little White Lie. The film's premise, part literary...

UNSEEN: An Interview With Director Yoko Okumura

Introduction Two women form an unlikely connection when a depressed gas station clerk, Sam (Jolene Purdy, The White Lotus), receives a call from Emily (Midori...