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Changing Fortunes: How Films Were Bolstered Or Sunk By Cultural Sentiment In 2017
Films That Transcend Genre, Or On the Politics Of Convention

The most absurd assumption about saying films “transcend genre” is that works of genre are somehow so trivial that they are apolitical.

SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING: Fun & Lighthearted But Disrupted By Its Connections To The MCU
SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING: Fun & Lighthearted But Disrupted By Its Link To The MCU

Spider-Man: Homecoming is a refreshingly comedic and lighthearted superhero film, but it doesn’t quite work as part of a larger universe.

A Summer Box Office Forecast - Part 2
A Summer Box Office Forecast – Part 2

In the second of a series for 2017, we take a run-down through the box office potential of several high-profile summer movies.

Our Batman: How Adam West Took On Pop Culture
Our Batman: How Adam West Took On Pop Culture

Jacqui Griffin remembers the late Adam West – the heroic, wacky and nostalgic actor whose career and look-on-life transcended generations.

MIDNIGHT SPECIAL As A Superman Origin Story
MIDNIGHT SPECIAL As A Superman Origin Story

By the talented Jeff Nichols, Midnight Special is similar to the comic hero Superman, documenting how he would be depicted in the real world.

LOGAN NOIR: Superior In Black & White
LOGAN NOIR: Superior In Black & White

Released in cinemas for one night only, Logan Noir is every bit as bloody, brutal and essential as its brightly coloured counterpart.

GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2: James Gunn Does it Again
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2: James Gunn Does It Again

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 pales, in some ways, to its predecessor, yet it has just enough charm and heart to make up for its pitfalls.

SLEIGHT: Strong themes Shine Through Its Frustrating Plot
SLEIGHT: Strong Themes Shine Through Its Frustrating Plot

Sleight offers great commentary about the lack of opportunities for minority communities – yet ironically never lets its hero use his powers.

The Beginner's Guide: James Gunn, Writer/Director
The Beginner’s Guide: James Gunn, Writer/Director

James Gunn has made a name for himself for his gloriously offensive yet emotionally poignant films; here is a rundown of his filmography.

The Beginners Guide: Christopher Nolan, Director
The Beginners Guide: Christopher Nolan, Director

In this Beginner’s Guide we discuss some of Christopher Nolan’s best work to date, his influences and artful filmmaking skills.

What Makes A Comic Book Movie Artful?
What Makes A Comic Book Movie Artful?

The comic book movie has become the biggest targets for criticism, but some of them still remain artful. We compare six superhero films.

A Summer Box Office Forecast – Part 1

In the first of a series for 2017, we take a run-down through the box office potential of several high-profile summer movies.

POWER RANGERS: Late In Game Reboot Morphs With THE BREAKFAST CLUB
POWER RANGERS: Late In Game Reboot Morphs With THE BREAKFAST CLUB

Entertaining without being too campy or ironic, Power Rangers gives its target audience what they’re looking for – sentiment and nostalgia.

Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 20: The Kubrick Cast
Film Inquiry Podcast Episode 4: Lamenting The Superhero Genre

In the 4th episode of the Film Inquiry Podcast, Jay & Mike talk, or rather lament, the state of the superhero genre, discussing Legion and Logan.

LOGAN: Wolverine's Last Hurrah Is Among The Great Superhero Films
LOGAN: Wolverine’s Last Hurrah Is Among The Great Superhero Films

There’s no living with, with a killing. There’s no going back from it. Right or wrong, it’s a brand, a brand that sticks.