Netflix’s Adaptation Of ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ Doesn’t Do The Book Justice
With little to no emphasis on J.D. Vance’s Appalachia community, the film lacks the sense of place that his memoir crafted carefully.
How Sean Connery Changed The History Of Movies
The remarkable durability of the 007 saga would not have been possible if Sean Connery had not launched the franchise.
How Coronavirus Helped China Tighten Its Vise Grip On Hollywood
Beijing now possesses even more leverage over the film industry, and the lockdowns provided a boost. ‘Hollywood will be more beholden to the CCP now.’
‘Then Came You’ Is A Slog But A Pleasant One
‘Then Came You’ is essentially a Lifetime movie that wanted to be something a bit better.
‘Cancel Netflix’ Trends After Release Of ‘Cuties’ Film Starring Sexualized Young Girls
After the film “Cuties” was released on Netflix Wednesday, clips and graphic descriptions flooded social media, featuring four young girls performing sexual dances for an adult audience.
Will People See ‘Tenet’ In Theaters?
As at-home viewing options proliferate, the theory is that theaters will need big, buzzy films like ‘Tenet’ to survive.
Will Cheap Tickets And Christopher Nolan Be Enough To Boost Labor-Day Theater Re-openings?
Many wonder if months of shelter-in-place policies have led to a sea-change in Americans’ viewing habits. After nearly six months of closed theaters, movie studios are hedging their bets.
COVID Delayed ‘The Grizzlies’ But Made Its Message On Sports And Community More Relevant Than Ever
The true story of a white teacher who uses lacrosse to galvanize Inuit students in the remote Canadian village of Kugluktuk, ‘The Grizzlies’ grapples compellingly with suicide, addiction, alienation, and race.
Set To Hit Reopened Theaters First, ‘Unhinged’ Is The Perfect Film To Test The Waters
Determined to be Hollywood’s first theatrical release during the coronavirus shutdowns, the Russell Crowe-led ‘Unhinged’ is eerily well-suited to the moment at hand.
Amazon Funds New Doc On ‘Fearless’ Stacey Abrams, Set To Promote False Narrative On Her Loss
The Amazon-funded feature-length take on losing Georgia Democrat Stacey Abrams’s evidence-free claims is currently in post-production and will be released prior to the 2020 election.
Take A Break From Self-Serious Hollywood Comedies And Let Yourself Enjoy ‘The Wrong Missy’
If you’re not too good to enjoy people falling off cliffs or getting kicked in the face, ‘The Wrong Missy’ will be worth your time.
Quarantine Is Normalizing New-Release Streaming On Demand
The virus isn’t destroying Hollywood so much as it’s accelerating shifts that were already in motion.
From Movie Theaters To Quibi, How Post-Pandemic Hollywood Will Be Different
Among the many lasting cultural changes this pandemic is poised to bring about will be serious shifts in the entertainment industry.
‘Pretty Woman’ At 30: Why The Ultimate Capitalist Rom-Com Wouldn’t Fly In Today’s Hollywood
‘Pretty Woman’ is celebrating its 30th anniversary this week, but there’s even more reason to watch the classic film again (and again) during self-isolation. It’s the ultimate capitalist rom-com.
After Distributing Films In China, Producer-Turned-Author Reveals Hollywood Complicity
Chris Fenton spent years on the front lines of Hollywood’s controversial relationship with China. Now he wants to tell his story. Few in the industry have been willing to do the same, making his project a rare break in the silence.
Roman Polanski’s Win At French Oscar Equivalent Sparks Protests
Roman Polanski’s César win for best director inspired walkouts and protests in France on Friday.
Netflix’s New Metrics Are Good But Not Good Enough
Netflix on Monday rolled out a feature that purports to show the top 10 most popular shows and series on a daily basis.
2020 Oscars: Netflix Underperforms, ‘Parasite’ Sweeps, Joaquin Phoenix Stands Up For Cows
Without a host for the second straight year, the 2020 Oscars were neither aggressively boring nor especially memorable.
Why ‘Once Upon A Time’ Deserve Best Picture At This Year’s Oscars
Hollywood doesn’t have a higher honor to give and until Congress starts bequeathing medals to dorky gangster directors for perfect movies, the Oscar will have to do.
Study Undercuts Hollywood Whining About Moviegoers’ Racism And Sexism
Released ahead of Oscars weekend, a new study suggests Hollywood may harbor some unwarranted concerns about moviegoers.
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