Megalopolis (2024) Review

Megalopolis (2024) Review

Francis Ford Coppola passion project ‘Megalopolis’ (2024) is a failure. It is a downright unenjoyable vanity project that proves the director’s best days are behind him. Review by Jacob Davis.

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Where to Start with Francis Ford Coppola

Where to Start with Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola, a filmmaker branded a genius and a tyrant, encapsulates the conflict between art and business in cinema. Here’s where to begin with his oeuvre. Article by Jacob Davis.

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Strange Darling (2023) Review

Strange Darling (2023) Review

JT Mollner’s ‘Strange Darling’, with cinematography from Giovanni Ribisi and a strong performance from Willa Fitzgerald, is exactly what we should be clamoring for more of. Review by Jacob Davis.

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Raging Bull (1980) Review

Raging Bull (1980) Review

The imagery, style, and performances work in concert to great effect in Martin Scorsese’s ‘Raging Bull’ (1980), assuredly one of the director’s best films. Review by Jacob Davis.

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Mulholland Drive (2001) Review

Mulholland Drive (2001) Review

David Lynch 2001 mystery thriller ‘Mulholland Drive’ starring Naomi Watts is a provocative piece of art presented with expert craft. Review by Jacob Davis.

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David Fincher Movies Ranked

David Fincher Movies Ranked

David Fincher’s 12 feature films, including ‘The Killer’, ranked by how closely they’re identified with the image of “a David Fincher movie.” List by Jacob Davis.

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Second Cut’s Top 10 Best Films of All Time

Second Cut’s Top 10 Best Films of All Time

Regular 2nd Cut Podcast hosts Jacob Davis, Kieran Judge and Sam Sewell-Peterson discuss their selections for the 10 Best Films of All Time, with controversial picks (including a 3-in-1).

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Taxi Driver (1976) Review

Taxi Driver (1976) Review

The legacy of Taxi Driver (1976) may not endure in a post-Trump world, but Martin Scorsese’s film starring Robert De Niro remains a landmark work of US cinema. Review by Jacob Davis.

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Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023) Review

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (2023) Review

‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ set box office records, and it is a theater-worthy experience. Swift uses the film to construct her artistic image and narrative. Review by Jacob Davis.

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10 Best Films of All Time: Jacob Davis

10 Best Films of All Time: Jacob Davis

The 10 Best Films of All Time according to The Film Magazine producer, podcaster and staff writer, Jacob Davis. List includes a rich variety of offerings.

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