Category: Film
The Toxicity of Forced Friendship As Outlined By The Craft
There are many things The Craft has taught us, and will probably continue to do so with every re-viewing. But among the most salient of [Read More…]
De Palma: A MasterClass of A Documentary/Also Great For Taking A Shot Every Time He Says “Holy Mackerel”
When it comes to the topic of genius and its exploration in film–whether documentary or scripted narrative–the crux of the noun always tends to boil [Read More…]
Chevalier Promotes The Notion That Competition Kills the Soul
Because Greek directors seem to be having a real moment right now (see: The Lobster–and, like, also literally see it), it comes as no surprise [Read More…]
Steven Soderbergh & The Art of Voyeuristic Film in Full Frontal
Full Frontal is easily Steven Soderbergh’s least loved film. Not only did it follow the well-received Traffic and Ocean’s Eleven, but it also somewhat falsely [Read More…]
Are We All Carrie White?
Forget about identifying with Carrie Bradshaw. The original Carrie had far more relatable problems, chief among them being a misunderstood social pariah. Yes, Carrie White [Read More…]
Maggie’s Plan Offers Little In The Way of A New Blueprint for The Rom-Com
When it comes to romantic comedies involving Greta Gerwig, one is usually guaranteed an enjoyable moviegoing experience. This tends to stem from the fact that [Read More…]
The Nice Guys: Like If Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Was Set in the 1970s
When it comes to Shane Black, the singular style of his detective movies has only grown in confidence and wit with each new screenplay he [Read More…]
Love & Friendship Consists of Ennui & Subterfuge
If Whit Stillman’s filmography has taught us anything, it’s that when Kate Beckinsale and Chloë Sevigny come together for one of his scripts, the result [Read More…]
Never Give Out the Family Recipe & Other Lessons Learned From I Am Love
As the rich tapestry of Luca Guadagnino’s work continues to develop, his 2009 tour de force, I Am Love, remains among his most memorable. Centered [Read More…]
Woody Allen: The Last Vestige of a Certain School of Male Thinking
It’s not hard for me to admit that I enjoy the films of Woody Allen. He has left an indelible mark on cinema history. But [Read More…]
