Synopsis: The untold true story behind the meeting between the King of Rock ‘n Roll and President Nixon, resulting in this revealing, yet humorous moment immortalized in the most requested photograph in the National Archives. Release Date: April 22, 2016 MPAA Rating: PG-13 Genre(s): Comedy, History Film Review Production Everyone has seen the picture, the […]
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Touch Of Noir: Nicolas Winding Refn’s ‘Drive’, A Film Worthy Of The Label Noir
Ahead of next week’s release of Nicolas Winding Refn’s latest film Only God Forgives, which reunites him with Drive star Ryan Gosling, it is only fitting to explore the deep film noir roots of the intensely stylish, highly acclaimed Drive. It’s not surprising that Refn won the prize for Best Director at Cannes with this […]
It’s Like Kevin Spacey Was Never There In ‘All The Money In The World’
Synopsis: The story of the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III and the desperate attempt by his devoted mother to convince his billionaire grandfather Jean Paul Getty to pay the ransom. Release Date: December 25, 2017 MPAA Rating: PG-13 Genre(s): Crime, Drama Film Review Production On July 10, 1973, John Paul Getty III, grandson […]
’71’ – The Other Jack O’Connell War Movie
Synopsis: A young British soldier (Jack O’Connell) is accidentally abandoned by his unit following a riot on the streets of Belfast in 1971. Unable to tell friend from foe, and increasingly wary of his own comrades, the raw recruit must survive the night alone and find his way to safety through a disorientating, alien and deadly […]
Cinema Fearité Presents ‘The Fearless Vampire Killers’ – Roman Polanski’s Pioneering Horror Comedy Classic
Between his being kicked out of the Academy because of his embattled personal life and his home being the site of the infamous Manson Family murders, it’s easy to forget that Roman Polanski is a talented filmmaker, despite the fact that he’s constantly churning out movies, from Knife in the Water in the early sixties […]
‘Maiden’ Is An Underdog Story For The Ages
Maiden Review ‘Maiden’ tells the exhilarating story of the first all-female crew to sail in the Whitbread Around the World Yacht Race. The Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race is a grueling, nine-month long race to sail around the world. It’s a perilous trek for bearded manly-men through rough waters and stormy weather. It’s no […]
Cinema Fearité Presents ‘Pulse’ – The Electricity Will Kill You
For the most part, horror movie antagonists are somewhat tangible, whether they’re human killers, monstrous creatures, or demonic spirits. Sometimes, however, the villain isn’t so clear cut. Movies like It Follows, Sole Survivor, and the Final Destination movies have more abstract villains, and therefore, they are a different kind of frightening. The 1988 movie Pulse […]
A ‘Bumblebee’ Sequel Could Happen, Here’s Why
Is a Bumblebee sequel in our future? All signs point to yes. Read on to learn why you may find a Bumblebee sequel hit theaters.
FILM INDEPENDENT AT LACMA Film Series Announces First Slate of Program
Earlier this year Film Independent announced a new screening series partnership with The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). For members of Film Independent, as well as frequent visitors to the LACMA year-round film program this new partnership was intriguing, and wanting to know more details on the partnership much desired. With today […]
‘Hell Or High Water’ Feels Like A Lost Coen Brothers Faux-Western
Hell or High Water is a different kind of modern-day western with boundary-pushing performances from Jeff Bridges and Chris Pine.
