Articles

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...

DEVIL’S PEAK: A Review Of The New Billy Bob Thornton Drama

Introduction Directed by Ben Young (Extinction, The Wilds), on an adaptation of the 2015 acclaimed novel “Where All Light Tends to Go” by author David...

The Making Of VALLEY OF THE DOLLS (1967)

Introduction In 1967, the world of cinema would begin a seismic shift away from the Old Hollywood heyday of doing things and into what we...

SWALLOWED: Writer/Director Carter Smith Talks About Making The LGBTQIA+ Horror/Thriller

Cinema Scholars interviews writer/director Carter Smith about his new LGBTQIA+ horror/thriller Swallowed. The film stars Cooper Koch, Jose Colon, Jena Malone, and Mark Patton....

Five Anticipated Streaming Series Returning In 2023!

Introduction One might say that the Golden Age of Streaming Television is upon us. 2022 was a banner year for the medium, producing fantastic television...

Two Fair Ladies: Julie Andrews, Audrey Hepburn, And MY FAIR LADY

Introduction The musical My Fair Lady opened on Broadway on March 15, 1956. It was an adaptation of George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion, featuring a book, lyrics, and music...