MANCHESTER BY THE SEA: A Beautiful Look At Tragedy & How We Cope With It
MANCHESTER BY THE SEA: A Beautiful Look At Tragedy & How We Cope With It

Manchester by the Sea is a subtle, nuanced story of loss and grief, brought to life through restrained direction and powerful performances.

Auld Lang Syne: A Memorable Release Of Built-Up Tension
AULD LANG SYNE: A Memorable Release Of Built-Up Tension

On New Year’s Eve, six friends get together and reflect on their lives, and the bigger issues in the world. Auld Lang Syne is a nice addition to the small collection of films written, directed, and shot by women.

The Lost City of Z Trailer
THE LOST CITY OF Z Trailer

The Lost City of Z is the big budget adventure film directed by James Gray and stars Charlie Hunnam, Tom Holland, and Sienna Miller.

It's All Connected: Can Marvel Studios Solve Their Villain Problem?
It’s All Connected: Can Marvel Studios Solve Their Villain Problem?

Marvel Studios has been quite successful with their heroes, however, it seems that their villains are lacking. How can they solve it?

Revisiting Stephen Frears' THE GRIFTERS
Revisiting Stephen Frears’ THE GRIFTERS

The Grifters is a films which has largely been lost through time; here, we explore why it might be worth revisiting.

Stereotyped Love: Which Molds Are Breaking And Which Are Holding Firm
LOVING: An Ode To The Simple Things

In Loving, Jeff Nichols’ historical drama about an interracial couple who helped change marriage laws in The United States, the characters are reflections of Nichols own lineage and it’s quite the different kind of biography.

Movies Opening In Cinemas During The Last Week Of 2016 - Hidden Figures
Movies Opening In Cinemas During The Last Week Of 2016

During Christmas, Hidden Figures, Fences, Toni Erdmann, 20th Century Women and Live By Night opened, and opening on the 28th is Paterson. As always, we’ve compiled the info & trailers!

(500) DAYS OF SUMMER: The Harsh Reality That Is Love
(500) DAYS OF SUMMER: The Harsh Reality That Is Love

Amongst the influx of romantic comedies, (500) Days of Summer still stands above the rest, presenting a harsh yet realistic perspective of love.

CLOSET MONSTER: The Queer Film You Need To See
CLOSET MONSTER: The Queer Film You Need To See

Closet Monster is a movie that fluently balances drama and humor, but the very essence within its message is one of defiant and radical hope.

The Nominated Film You May Have Missed: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

Miracle on 34th Street is a magical film about believing in Christmas spirit; premiering in 1947, it is still wonderfully enjoyable today.

MISS HOKUSAI: Images Of An Artist
MISS HOKUSAI: Images Of An Artist

Miss Hokusai is based on the Japanese manga, and through a series of montages, it tells a powerful story of the struggles of an artist.

I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO: A Serious Film For Serious Times
I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO Trailer

I Am Not Your Negro took home audience awards at the Toronto International Film Festival and the Chicago International Film Festival. People are saying that we still have lessons to learn from Baldwin.

Happy Holidays From The Film Inquiry Team!
Happy Holidays From The Film Inquiry Team!

We wish everyone very happy holidays and a happy new year – and have some announcements regarding our holiday publishing schedule!

OTHER PEOPLE: An Exercise In Personal Narratives
OTHER PEOPLE: An Exercise In Personal Narratives

Other People, a semi-autobiographical film based on writer Chris Kelly’s experiences, works in a beautiful way due to the subtext behind it.

Blood, Actually: A BLACK CHRISTMAS Tradition
Blood, Actually: A BLACK CHRISTMAS Tradition

Holiday Horrors provide a comforting alternative to the forced gaiety of the season – and Black Christmas is one of the best to watch.