By Jackson Diianni The critical discourse surrounding Robert Bresson has been some of the most contentious in film history, due, in large part, to a crucial impasse among scholars. Bresson criticism has traditionally been divided into two rival groups; the “transcendentalists” and the “materialists”, referring, in the broadest sense, to the spiritual and secular interpretations … Continue reading
By Haley Goetz Josh and Benny Safdie, commonly referred to as the Safdie Brothers, are a different breed entirely amongst the modern independent filmmakers of today. Bonafide New Yorkers, the brothers seem to know every nook and cranny of their city intricately well. This knowledge integrates itself exceptionally well through their films, both short and … Continue reading
by Byron BixlerThe concept of the shape-shifter has always maintained a significant role in the history of the horror genre. Personally speaking, the idea of entities pretending to be something they’re not has been a common trait in my own nightmares over the years. At the root of this idea is the fear of the … Continue reading
by Nighttrain Schickele“Motion pictures cannot be made to please solely the producer’s image of the public. For, as has been proved, this pleasure results neither in economic or artistic success. … Only by allowing the artist full and free creative expression will the art and the business of motion pictures survive.” -John Cassavetes (What’s Wrong … Continue reading
by Byron BixlerFor the second straight year, we find ourselves having a conversation about race and the Academy Awards. Accusations of unchecked racism are flooding social media once more, but this time, the “hashtag uproar” is translating to boycotts and the Academy’s Board of Governors has already announced dramatic changes to increase the diversity of … Continue reading
by Christian Kozlowski From the December 2015 IssueThe assembly line has been around for hundreds of years. It’s one of the most influential inventions humankind has made, providing jobs and allowing for goods to be efficiently made. Even today, almost every good is made on an assembly line, where it can be churned out to … Continue reading
by Justin Bertolero From the October 2015 IssueEveryone loves going to the movies. Some people have strange rituals when it comes time to take a seat at their local cinema, but there is one thing that many agree on: you can’t miss the previews. This classic staple of the big screen is an often overlooked … Continue reading
by Sophia Conger From the October 2015 IssuePicture this: The summer of 2015 has just arrived. The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and kids are playing. More importantly, everyone is excited to frequent the local movie theater to watch the newest blockbuster films. But as you search the Internet for the list of upcoming … Continue reading
by Casey Simonson From the April 2015 Issue Kevin Smith might be addicted to announcing projects. Just weeks ago, Smith announced his plans to make Mallrats 2; a bit of news that elicited a collective groan from even the most die-hard of Smith fans. This Mallrats sequel waits patiently in a queue behind the two … Continue reading
by Robert S. Hummel From the April 2015 Issue Sometime near the outset of the golden Hitchcock standard Rear Window, Jimmy Stewart’s Scottie bemoans his romantic tie to Grace Kelly’s Lisa. “She’s too perfect,” he whines. “She’s too talented, she’s too beautiful, she’s too sophisticated.” To anyone who’s seen the future Princess of Monaco on … Continue reading
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