Wes Anderson is a director whose films all reflect his specific style. They feature the same unique shot compositions, thematic messaging, and a dose of whimsy. Some people criticize Anderson for this, saying he isn’t capable of making a movie any different than all his others. But in a world where mainstream American movies are […]
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The Fabelmans Review: One Of Steven Spielberg’s Warmest, Most Autobiographical Films [TIFF]
There’s a scene in Steven Spielberg’s “The Fabelmans” that hit me like a ton of bricks. Sammy Fabelman (Gabriel LaBelle), a kid who dreams of making movies, has just met his Great Uncle Boris (Judd Hirsch). In his youth, Boris worked in the circus — and in the movies. He’s an artist, and he recognizes that […]
The Lord Of The Rings’ Valinor Explained: How The Blessed Realm Differs In The Books, Peter Jackson’s Films, And The Rings Of Power
The lore of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth is vast and sometimes confusing. There’s over 9,000 years worth of intricate history that film and television has not even touched on. For those who have been watching Amazon’s “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” it’s been exciting to explore new corners of Middle-earth and the early lives […]
Recommended Reading: Mark Burnett, Dating Apps, and the Year in ‘Feminist’ Films
Modern online media is all about the signal boost, so every Friday here at Flavorwire, we take a moment to spotlight some of the best stuff we’ve read online this week. Today, an up-close look at the man who made Trump TV-friendly, a deep dive into the world of dating apps, a personality profile of this […]
A woman films her grandfather’s reaction every time she visits him and it’s melting the internet’s heart
Jennifer Barclay/ Twitter Jennifer Barclay of Scotland visits her grandfather, Robert, every week and films him greeting her at the door. She created a compilation video of his adorable reaction to her arrivals and posted it to Twitter. The video has now been viewed over eight million times. A woman in Scotland is capturing the […]
‘If Beale Street Could Talk’ Director Barry Jenkins on Collaboration, the Film’s Centerpiece Moment, and More [Interview]
Moonlight director Barry Jenkins is back with another knockout drama: If Beale Street Could Talk, an adaptation of author James Baldwin’s celebrated novel. The film tells the story of Tish (KiKi Layne) and Fonny (Stephan James), a young black couple who are deeply in love and trying to make it in New York City in […]
Jason Momoa is a great superhero in a visually dazzling ‘Aquaman,’ but it still has some flaws of the DC films before it
Warner Bros. Warning: There are mild spoilers ahead for “Aquaman.” Here we go again.See the rest of the story at Business Insider NOW WATCH: A Harvard psychologist reveals the secret to curbing your appetite See Also: The ‘Avengers: Endgame’ trailer hints at the death of another character in ‘Infinity War’ that we didn’t expect The […]
A24 Films Streaming on Kanopy: How to Get Access to the Best Free Streaming Service You’ve Never Heard Of
Good news: the full A24 collection is now streaming on Kanopy! And right about now, I can practically hear all of you asking: “What the heck is Kanopy?” Kanopy is one of the best streaming services you probably don’t know about. What makes it so great? It’s not just the selection – although that’s very […]
Apple inks deal with A24 studio to produce original, feature-length films
Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple has lined up another partnership to boost its video-content offerings. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Apple signed a deal with A24 studio, a New York-based production company responsible for movies, including the 2017 Oscar winner for Best Picture, Moonlight. Details of forthcoming projects haven’t been disclosed, but […]
Voices from the 20th Mumbai Film Festival: #MeToo, Affordable Art and 5 Great Films
The Mumbai Film Festival began as a modest affair, though with the sponsorship of Fox’s Star network and telecom giant Reliance Jio in recent years, it’s exploded into a prestigious destination for cinema the world over. This year, the festival’s 20th, saw both premieres of Indian art-house films as well as arrivals of various 2018 […]