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The stories we would put on the marquee. Reviews, reporting and obituaries from people who work on set.
The New Age of Corporate Retreats
The new horror film, "Corporate Retreat", rebrands Ferris Bueller's best friend as a revenge-driven psycho and takes TikTok star, Kirby Johnson, to the big screen.
Confessions of a Student Production Designer
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"Inhabitant" Bargains With the Devil of Self-Abandonment
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"Friends Like Us" Turns Fandom Into a Hostage Situation
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"The Shift" Turns "Eat the Rich" Into a Literal Warning
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"In The Palm of Her Hand" Finds Tenderness in an Unmarked Grave
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"God's Future Soldiers" Turns Blind Faith Into Daylight Horror
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Fastnet Film Festival
Comedy Shorts Bring Laughter to Fastnet Film Festival 2026
A selection of four of the festival's funniest films.
Opinions
The Controversial Idol: Sam Levinson
Sam Levinson is the sole creator of HBO's hit series, Euphoria. The choice to be a sole writer, while successful at times, seems to be creating controversy for the young film icon.
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Director Gio Ursino: Watch Out for This Guy
Catching a filmmaker before he breaks.
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What I Learned from a 2-Day Workshop with Assistant Director Joe Burns
The assistant director is often an unsung hero of the entertainment industry. This article unpacks the AD's all-encompassing role through the eyes of an expert.
Film Review
Nateya Taylor reveals "Something in the Water" in Milwaukee
"The plan was always to wipe out populations."
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Scary Mobsters (And Super Creeps)
Leave the gun, take the consequences.
Fastnet Film Festival
Ireland's 2026 Fastnet Film Festival Promises Impressive Lineup
It takes a village to put on an event as elaborate as a film festival. And after spending a day at Schull's annual FFF, it's no wonder why the West Cork village has found incredible success in doing so.
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Is Second Screen Viewing Ruining Cinema?
It really is that damn phone.
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Summerween 2026: Four Upcoming Horror Releases
Highlighting upcoming independent horror movies, which will be released in theaters this summer.
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How Indie Productions Challenge Misogyny in Film
We want more women behind the camera, not more women's behinds ON camera!
Film ListMortifying Independent Films For Your Halloweekend
Looking for something spooky (and independent) to watch this weekend? Look no further.
Film ReviewHow LuLu Wang Brought Her Chinese Heritage to the Screen in "The Farewell"
Based on Wang's real-life family, "The Farewell" showcases what happens when cultures collide.