Book Excerpt: Conversations with Kiarostami by Godfrey Cheshire
An excerpt from Godfrey Cheshire’s new book.
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Fantasia 2019: Killerman
A review from the Fantasia world premiere of Killerman, the latest crime thriller from Malik Bader.
Veronica Mars Returns to Hulu in Rare Successful TV Reboot
A review of the reboot of Veronica Mars, now on Hulu.
Comic-Con 2019: An Interview with the Creator of Thanos
An interview with Jim Starlin at SDCC, the man who gave us Thanos.
Comic-Con 2019: Batman Inducted Into Hall of Fame
A report on an event and pop-up museum from SDCC.
Fantasia 2019: Blood on Her Name, 1BR
Reviews of two noteworthy directorial debuts that recently had their world premiere at Fantasia.
Viewing Midsommar, Us, and Lords of Chaos Through the Persona Filter
From a 2019 perspective, the Persona Filter can be used to better understand one’s sense of self, and to better understand the complexities of “extremely online” behavior.
Fantasia 2019: Extreme Job, Mystery of the Night
Reviews from Fantasia of South Korean box-office hit Extreme Job and the mediative horror movie, Mystery of the Night.
What They Stole From Her: Aisling Franciosi on The Nightingale
An interview with Aisling Franciosi, star of Jennifer Kent’s “The Nightingale.”
Fantasia 2019: Bruce McDonald’s Dreamland, Look What’s Happened to Rosemary’s Baby
Reviews from the Fantasia Film Festival of the beguiling hitman story Bruce McDonald’s Dreamland, and a special presentation of a rare horror sequel.
Japan Cuts 2019 Preview
A preview of this weekend’s Japan Cuts festival in New York City.
Bright Wall/Dark Room July 2019: Only I Know the Secrets: Breaking Down Under the Silver Lake by Ethan Warren
This month’s Bright Wall/Dark Room excerpt on Under the Silver Lake.
NALIP Honors AAFCA with its 2019 We Are Inclusion Award
An article about the African American Film Critics Association receiving the We Are Inclusion Award from the National Association of Latino Independent Producers.
From Blue Velvet to Top Gun: J. Hoberman on Movie Culture in the Reagan Era
An interview with the legendary critic J. Hoberman on the release of his book Make My Day.
Fantasia 2019: Vivarium, Critters Attack!
Reviews from Fantasia of two films, including the sci-fi suburban horror story Vivarium and the latest Critters movie.
Fantasia 2019: Phantom of Winnipeg
A review from Fantasia of a new documentary that celebrates Phantom of the Paradise and its fanbase.
Old Friends Who’ve Just Met: Dave Goelz on The Muppet Movie, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and Much More
An interview with Dave Goelz, a.k.a. Gonzo in “The Muppet Movie,” which returns to theaters on July 25th and July 30th, courtesy of Fathom Events.
Video: Roger Ebert Day Declared in Chicago on July 12th, 2005
A video featuring Chicago City Council declaring Friday, July 12th, 2005, as Roger Ebert Day in Chicago.
