Film
More Money, More Viewers, More Glamour: How TV Overtook Film as a Creative Force By Stuart Heritage
In the world of entertainment, the debate between television and film has been a long-standing one. For decades, movies were the pinnacle of creativity, innovation, and cultural influence, while television was seen as a secondary platform, catering primarily to...
The 10 Best Movies of 2021 By Peter Travers
The year 2021 was a cinematic rollercoaster. After the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused movie theaters to shutter and production to halt, the film industry made an impressive return. With the reopening of theaters and the continued dominance...
Summer of 2021: The Hope for the Return of the Blockbuster By Andreas Babiolakis
The summer of 2021 marked a pivotal moment for the global entertainment industry, especially the film sector. After more than a year of disrupted production schedules, delayed releases, and the dominance of streaming platforms, the hope for the return of the...
Auteur vs. Computer: The Frightening Complexity of Visual Effects By Sonya Teich
The world of filmmaking has long been a battleground for the interplay between artistic vision and technological innovation. Since the early days of cinema, directors have relied on the tools of the trade to bring their creative ideas to life. However, the...
Hollywood Is All But Writing Off 2020: What Does That Mean for the Future of Movies? By Chris Lee
2020 was a year that the world—along with its industries, entertainment, and economies—never saw coming. The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted every facet of life, and nowhere was this more apparent than in Hollywood. Movie production and distribution came...
The Global Film Industry Storylines Set to Dominate 2020 By Jeremy Kay, Melanie Goodfellow, Charles Gant, Fionnuala Halligan, and Wendy Mitchell
The global film industry is constantly in flux, shaped by cultural, economic, and technological forces. Each year, audiences are introduced to new stories, ideas, and cinematic visions that reflect and challenge the world we live in. As we move into 2020, the film...
10 Authors on the Best Books They Read This Year
As the year draws to a close, many of us reflect on the books that have left a lasting impact. For avid readers and writers alike, the end of the year is an opportunity to share the literary treasures they’ve encountered, whether old favorites or discoveries. For...
The Biggest Movie News of 2019: A Year of Surprises, Controversies, and Major Milestones By Ben Travis
The year 2019 was a transformative one for the world of cinema. From record-breaking box office performances to sweeping controversies, the year offered both breathtaking accomplishments and intense debates. It was a year where streaming giants continued to assert...
The Best Movies of 2019: A Year of Bold Storytelling and Cinematic Mastery By Richard Brody
The year 2019 saw the cinematic landscape explode with a wide array of films that spanned genres, explored complex themes, and pushed the boundaries of storytelling. From heart-wrenching dramas to dazzling action sequences, the year provided film lovers with a...