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...

BONES AND ALL Review: Taylor Russell Shines In The Romantic But Detached Film

Introduction Luca Guadagnino's Bones and All is a high-concept film that combines the horrors of cannibalism with the tenderness of a coming-of-age love story. An...

MY POLICEMAN: A Review Of The Michael Grandage Drama

Cinema Scholars reviews Michael Grandage's new drama, My Policeman. The film stars Emma Corrin, David Dawson, and Harry Styles. My Policeman is in theaters...

ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT: A Review Of The Unflinching And Unforgettable WWI Film

Introduction Brutal and unforgettable, Edward Berger's All Quiet on the Western Front updates the classic novel and Oscar-winning film to the highest of technical standards....

Scholars’ Spotlight: Hal Roach

Pre-Hollywood Years Harry Eugene Roach was born in Elmira, New York on January 14, 1892. Roach was a curious and adventurous child. One of his...

EVIL DEAD II: A 35th Anniversary Retrospective

    Introduction Hero. Warrior. Champion. Slayer of Deadites. Loverboy. Fool. Moron. These are but a few of the adjectives used to describe the iconic character of...