Guest Publications

‘Seven Samurai’ at 70 – Review

Posted on April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 by Guest

Akira Kurosawa samurai film ‘Seven Samurai’ speaks of the reality of the human experience in masterful ways, making it an unmissable experience even 70 years on. Review by Bella Madge.

Why John Cassavetes Is a Production Pioneer

Posted on April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 by Guest

Legendary filmmaker John Cassavetes was an emblem of cinema’s independent spirit. Here’s how he became a production pioneer. Article by Leah McDonald.

The Book of Clarence (2023) Review

Posted on April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 by Guest

Jeymes Samuel follows ‘The Harder They Fall’ with the visually striking but narratively disjointed ‘The Book of Clarence’ starring LaKeith Stanfield. Review by Rehana Nurmahi.

The Iron Claw and Modern American Folklore

Posted on April 6, 2024April 6, 2024 by Guest

How Von Erich family wrestling movie ‘The Iron Claw’ is about the ideas of American folklore, the constructs of myth cultivated in the USA over centuries. Essay by Matthew Peyton.

‘The Sugarland Express’ at 50 – Review

Posted on March 31, 2024March 31, 2024 by Guest

Fifty years on from its release, Steven Spielberg’s debut theatrical feature ‘The Sugarland Express’ remains a unique and underrated Spielbergian gem. Review by Daniel Allen.

‘Shaft’ Unveiled Blaxploitation’s Cultural Revolution

Posted on March 18, 2024April 2, 2024 by Guest

‘Shaft’ (1971) sparks discourse and debate, and challenges prevailing norms, unveiling the cultural revolution of Blaxploitation cinema. Essay by Juahl Ganaway.

Nyad (2023) Review

Posted on March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 by Guest

Annette Bening and Jodie Foster are Academy Award-nominated for their performances in sports film ‘Nyad’. a film led by their talent but otherwise lacking quality. Review by Ariana Martinez.

Moonlight (2016) Review

Posted on March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 by Guest

Best Picture winner ‘Moonlight’ (2016) is an experience we all must have, a film as truthful as the skin on your palm. Barry Jenkins directs a rich ensemble. Review by Bella Madge.

The Sound of Music (1965) Review

Posted on February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 by Guest

Acclaimed movie musical ‘The Sound of Music’ (1965), Robert Wise’s Oscars Best Picture winner starring Julie Andrews, is a memorable gem that never loses its staying power. Review by Alannah Purslow.

Nimona (2023) Review

Posted on February 26, 2024March 16, 2024 by Guest

You’ve never seen anything quite like Netflix’s Oscars Animated Feature nominee ‘Nimona’ (2023), a film that deserves recognition for its own form of greatness. Review by Lamorna Peake.

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