The Lobster is part of a transformation which is possibly less believable than the transplanting of … “Go to your grave”: The Lobster, and how coupling props up our failed systemRead more
Analysis
Indy film industry sees $3 billion fall in box office takings
Independent films took a share of around 11% of the global box office in 2019, however … Indy film industry sees $3 billion fall in box office takingsRead more
Perpetrator Trauma in Mainstream Films
Committing horrendous acts of abuse has severe psychological impacts on the perpetrators as well as the … Perpetrator Trauma in Mainstream FilmsRead more
The Questionable Talents of Mr. Ripley: A Legacy of Hollywood Queerbaiting
When The Talented Mr. Ripley first graced cinemas two decades ago, more cautious studio executives would … The Questionable Talents of Mr. Ripley: A Legacy of Hollywood QueerbaitingRead more
31 essential tracks for your Halloween playlist
The festivities of Samhain, All Souls’ Day and All Hallows Eve have melded together over the … 31 essential tracks for your Halloween playlistRead more
La Grande Bouffe: How capitalism encourages us to eat ourselves to death
Progressives are often conflicted about food. Is eating just something you do to allow you to … La Grande Bouffe: How capitalism encourages us to eat ourselves to deathRead more
8 films which were elevated by their soundtrack
As I discussed earlier this year with The Angel of History composer Matija Strnisa, the people … 8 films which were elevated by their soundtrackRead more
Trump, Trumbo, and what Johnny Got His Gun tells us about the “suckers” of Belleau Wood
“Somebody said let’s go out and fight for liberty and so they went out and got … Trump, Trumbo, and what Johnny Got His Gun tells us about the “suckers” of Belleau WoodRead more
‘Witching & Bitching’ and the demonisation of empowered women
In a guest piece for Indy Film Library, horror academic Irene Cuder takes a thought-provoking look … ‘Witching & Bitching’ and the demonisation of empowered womenRead more
Star power disguises Knives Out’s blunt wit
A lot of miserable things happened around February 2020, around the time it was announced that … Star power disguises Knives Out’s blunt witRead more