Category: Film
Rowlands With the Punches
Gena Rowlands’ ability to lend her distinct persona to every character she’s played–especially those directed by her husband, John Cassavetes–is a rare quality among actresses [Read More…]
The Innocence of Scorsese’s Style in Mean Streets
Even though Martin Scorsese had two prior films before Mean Streets, Who’s That Knocking At My Door and Boxcar Bertha, the auteur didn’t truly come [Read More…]
The Distinct Callousness of Nicole Kidman
There is possibly no other woman in the history of the film business who has so carefully cultivated her aura of callousness and impenetrability. Nicole [Read More…]
She Put Her Disease In Us: The Wonderful Weirdness of Isabella Rossellini
What is it about Rossellini? No matter how weird or nonsensical she reveals herself to be, there is something about said “quirkiness” that somehow makes [Read More…]
(Barbara) Broccoli Time
In general, producers–particularly female producers–have a tendency to go unnoticed both in and out of the film industry. Barbara Broccoli, however, is a special instance [Read More…]
Ally Sheedy: The Most Underrated of the Brat Pack Members
Although the collective Brat Pack has suffered a lack of fame in their post-80s lives, no other member has been quite so easy for the [Read More…]
Something Wilder
When it comes to unique actors, Gene Wilder is among the elite cream of the crop. More than just the man who brought Willy Wonka [Read More…]
Israeli Style: The Five Best Natalie Portman Moments
Natalie Portman’s career has certainly been ample enough to offer up a number of unforgettable moments. But, when you get right down to it, doing [Read More…]
Shallow Depp
When you’re as good looking as Johnny Depp, it’s easy to let yourself devolve over time. Depp rose to Hollywood prominence at an early age, [Read More…]
Take A Dip: Films With Iconic Beach Scenes
What is it about the beach that’s so cathartic? The water? The endless grains of sand? Or the easy potential for drowning? Whatever it is, [Read More…]
