— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — Leon Harrison Gross’s brainchild, the Phantom, started out as a comic strip for a newspaper. Though not as well known as Spiderman or Batman, the Phantom was a pioneer of the time. Though it is not a fairly well-known comic series, at the time of its release[...]
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‘Waterworld: the Musical’ from ‘Made for Each Other’
— by TOM ELCE — Some things just leave you speechless. Take this brief clip from the movie “Made for Each Other” as an example. In it, we’re witness to a bizarre performance dubbed by the film as “Water World: The Musical,” sat gawking incredulously at the c[...]
An Exclusive Interview with Arianne Martin
— by ROBERT DeFEIS — Arianne Martin is a woman who does everything in the film industry from acting to writing to directing to much more. Arianne, who grew up in Austin, Texas, was into film at the early age of 14 — writing and directing her first short film, “Pumpkin Pie.”[...]
‘District 9’ DVD Bonus: The Alien Agenda
— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — This summer, one film surprised film goers more than any other. “District 9,” is the directorial debut of director Neil Blomkamp, but it garnered attention because of the name that was attached to all of the movie’s trailers and posters[...]
Under Review: ‘The Young Victoria’
— by JOEL CRARY — Teenagers crave the freedom to make their own decisions and live their own lives away from their guardians, who couldn’t possibly know better. In Princess Victoria’s case, she knew better. She saw that she was in a position to be taken advantage of[...]
Two Clips from ‘Solomon Kane’
— by ROBERT DeFEIS — When I was watching these two clips, I have to say it was the first time I thought to myself that I really wished these clips were longer. Usually, it gives you just enough to know whether of not you like the film. This time, it will leave you staring[...]
Under Review: ‘Crazy Heart’
— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — There is something about the underdog that makes the idea so popular; perhaps it’s because anyone can relate to these world-weary warriors or perhaps it’s just because it makes good cinema. Last year, “The Wrestler” earned acclaim for[...]
Under Review: ‘Up in the Air’
— by JASON EAKEN — Jason Reitman is the real thing. Though comparisons to the family patriarch may never go away, he has managed to effortlessly establish himself as his own entity. At 32 years old, he is one of the best filmmakers working today. More impressive than his age, he’s [...]
Short Film Theater: ‘Please Say Something’
— by ROBERT DeFEIS — This short film tells the tale of a troubled relationship between a Cat and Mouse. They don’t get along, but these two sleep together — maybe not happily, but they do. To be completely honest, the first time I turned it on I had to come back to it with[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Saint John of Las Vegas’
— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — When you think indie film, you think about the films that snatch up awards even though most people did not see them during their theatrical release. It’s a shame, at times, because some of these films showcase immense talent, but are shoved under the rug[...]
A Scene from ‘Nowhere Boy’
— by MARIUSZ ZUBROWSKI — There are too many John Lennon films. Yes, he made good music, but it comes to a point where it’s just tiring. Director Sam Taylor Wood is adding to a long list that includes “Imagine: John Lennon” and “Inside John Lennon,” with[...]
Poster Peek: ‘Iron Man 2’ (Whiplash Version)
— by BEN FOWLER — Whiplash looks angry, really angry. After Jon Favreau promising on Twitter that the new poster for “Iron Man 2” was ready to be released, it finally arrived. Ivan Vanko — or Whiplash to you and me — looks like he has a serious grudge against Tony[...]
Under Review: ‘It Might Get Loud’
— by JOEL CRARY — “It Might Get Loud” is the best superhero movie since “The Dark Knight.” It’s like a crossover issue that provides all but the expected big battle for supremacy. Jack White ponders what will happen when he gets together with guitarist icons[...]
Trailer Talk: ‘Rage’
— by BEN FOWLER — The world of fashion seems a place well farmed for funny and outrageous satire, with the likes of “The Devil Wears Prada” on the big screen and “Ugly Betty” pulling in the viewers on TV. But the indie release “Rage” brings a few interesting[...]