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Paul Thomas Anderson & HAIM: Elevating the Music Video Medium
Paul Thomas Anderson & HAIM: Elevating The Music Video Medium

In April 2017, indie trio HAIM released a live recording of their new, unreleased song “Right Now” in a video directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, shot on 35 mm film and in one unbroken take.

Staff Inquiry: Best Movies Of The Decade 2010-2019
Staff Inquiry: Best Movies Of The Decade 2010-2019

The Film Inquiry team shares their top ten lists of their favorite movies of the decade, making up our Top Ten Best Movies Of The Decade.

Reacting To Super-beings In BRIGHTBURN And MIDNIGHT SPECIAL
Reacting To Super-Beings In BRIGHTBURN & MIDNIGHT SPECIAL

Cult-like reverence, government involvement, the possible destruction of humanity, and living in a constant state of panic are all what would happen if Superman showed up today.

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND & Choosing Your Own Ending

We discuss the films Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and Arrival, in reference to how they deal with complicated ideas of fate and free will.

How BLINDED BY THE LIGHT Illuminates the Politics Of Race & Class
How BLINDED BY THE LIGHT Illuminates The Politics Of Race & Class

Director Gurinder Chadha’s work offers American viewers a valuable political lesson about the intersection of class struggle and racism.

THE FORCE AWAKENS & The Art Of The Billion Dollar Trailer

Many of the best movie trailers out there follow a specific formula; here, we analyze this formula in relation to Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Why We Should Leave James Dean Alone
Why We Should Leave James Dean Alone

For the first time in 64 years, the late, great James Dean is reportedly starring in a new movie.

How BOYHOOD Helps Me Reassess My Perspective About Life
How BOYHOOD Helps Me Reassess My Perspective About Life

Boyhood is an impactful film, teaching us the strong life lesson of the importance of living in the moment.

The Era Of Underwhelming Pixar Sequels: TOY STORY 4 vs. INCREDIBLES 2
The Era Of Underwhelming Pixar Sequels: TOY STORY 4 vs. INCREDIBLES 2

When looking at the two most recent of Pixar’s underwhelming sequels, both unquestionably fueled on the nostalgia of its now-grown paying audience, there’s only one clear winner in this fight.

Po-Chih Leong’s PING PONG: An Examination Of Language & Identity

Ping Pong (1986) directed by Po-Chih Leong is a Cantonese and English-language comedy-drama that examines aspects of the Chinese diaspora in Britain.

How THE WALKING DEAD Is A Return To The Zombie Genre's Racist Origins
How THE WALKING DEAD Is A Return To The Zombie Genre’s Racist Origins

The Walking Dead acts as a return to the toxic, abhorrent roots of the zombie genre, and presents a world where racism doesn’t exist.

Inside Thomas Edison's FRANKENSTEIN Adaptation
Inside Thomas Edison’s FRANKENSTEIN Adaptation

It was on a dreary night in March, 1910, that the Thomas Edison–produced Frankenstein played…

From Prince of the City to King of the World: Why 2006 was Leonardo DiCaprio’s Defining Year
From Prince Of The City To King Of The World: Why 2006 Was Leonardo DiCaprio’s Defining Year

Lorna Codrai looks at why 2006 was the most pivotal year of DiCaprio’s career, a year change him from a Prince to King of the World

THE LEFTOVERS: A Look Back On An Original & Enduring Show
THE LEFTOVERS: A Look Back On An Original & Enduring Show

The Leftovers is a very deep series series, one that is introspective and personal. It’s subversive, unrelenting, and keeps you on your toes.

Welcome To SCHITT'S CREEK: One Of The Most Clever Comedies Of The Decade
Welcome To SCHITT’S CREEK: One Of The Most Clever Comedies Of The Decade

Schitt’s Creek is one of the best and brightest comedy shows of this decade – stop acting like a disgruntled pelican and watch it!