TIFF Film Review: "Wake Up Dead Man": Rian Johnson’s Gothic Whodunnit Is His Boldest (and Longest) Yet
A review of the third film in Benoit Blanc's murder-solving spree, following its premiere at TIFF.
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TIFF Film Review: From "Train to Busan" to "The Ugly": Yeon Sang-ho’s Most Personal Film Yet
A review of Yeon Sang-ho’s newest film "The Ugly," following its premiere at TIFF50.
TIFF Film Review: Claire Denis' "The Fence" is Tense, Bleak, and a Bit Unsure of Itself
Claire Denis expressed an uncertainty that her latest film, 'The Fence,' is well-done. Though this wavering uncertainty may show, 'The Fence' pulls together its themes of post-colonial racial tensions, utilizing its origins in theatre to create a claustrophobic, bleak atmosphere.
What To Watch: "The Bad Shepherd"
Planning on staying in this weekend or looking for a film to examine as a cinephile? Check out "The Bad Shepherd".
From Ethics to Enlightenment: How The Good Place and Bojack Horseman Redefine Personal Growth
Unpacking how comedy, drama, and ethics coincide in two of television's most innovative depiction of what it means to change as a person.
Revisiting Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland: Why the Divisive Gothic Fairytale Deserves a Second Look
Fifteen years later, Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland still divides audiences—but its feminist heroine, maximalist visuals, and influence on dark fairytales suggest it may have been less a failure and more a blueprint for today’s cinematic landscape.
"Weapons" Review: Terrifying and Unique... Until It's Not
The recent hit horror film Weapons ends up turning to a predictabilty and misogyny instead of being inventive.
"The Film Industry Feels Corporate" — Jessica Lange and The Rise Of Corporate Cinema
From auteur-driven cinema to algorithm-provisioned content, Hollywood’s evolution is leaving young creatives to wonder what they’re fighting for
From "Sweet Home" to "True Beauty": How Korean Webtoons Are Reshaping Global Streaming
From just one Top 10 global streaming title in 2018 to six by 2023, Korean webtoon adaptations have become a mainstream force. With platforms like Naver Webtoon and Kakao leveraging fan data to reduce risk, Netflix and small studios alike are tapping this booming $7.44B market for their next hit.
Where Did All the Original Films Go?
Hollywood’s reliance on sequels used to deliver blockbuster profits. Now? It fuels growing audience fatigue. As studios chase safe IP bets, the challenge will be making original stories feel just as irresistible.
Reflections on Certified Copy's Visual Storytelling
Abbas Kiarostami's Certified Copy debuted at Cannes fifteen years ago. What lessons can we learn about life, love, and visual storytelling from Certified Copy's motifs of mirrors, windows, and reflections?
Asian Directors in Hollywood: From Outsiders to Global Storytellers
How Asian Directors are Making the World Fall in Love with Cinema Again
Hollyshorts 2025: imgn and the AI Frontier
Yaron Klainer, founder and CEO of imgn appears at the 2025 Hollyshorts Panels, guiding filmmakers through his AI-based collaboration platform, mapping out the evolution of technology in film history, while addressing AI concerns.
How AI Is Severing the Entry-Level Bridge for Aspiring Screenwriters
Is replacement a real possibility?
Screens vs. Streams: A Pixar Cinematographer on Animation's Existential Crossroads
As streaming evolves and shifts the way audiences experience animated films, Pixar’s Adam Habib reflects on the techincal, emotional, and cinematic stakes of this revolutionary transformation.
Producing 101: Script Breakdown
A crucial first step in film production that determines the trajectory of how well a film turns out. Let's explore all that's involved with breaking a script down.