‘You know, lots of people with big ears are famous!’ Timothy Q. Mouse Get ready for the new wave of Disney classics being made into live-action films. The extensive nature of Disney’s animated classics vault offers the studio a multitude of options when considering these remakes. With the success of Beauty and the Beast and […]
Over the past decade and the varied success of superhero films, many have attempted to predict the eventual demise of this genre. Even with the recent achievements of Aquaman and Wonder Woman, the DCEU has yet to catch on with fans in the same way as the team from Disney. To introduce the lesser known […]
When The Lego Movie clicked with audiences in 2014, this innovative work from writers/directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller managed to push the boundaries of the animated cinematic experience. Capitalising on the rising star of Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy) and building on the brand recognition of these legendary plastic blocks, they unwittingly unleashed […]
One thing that can be said about The Avengers opposed to the Justice League, despite having some of the coolest characters in comics, they do not have a Superman. Up to this point they did not really need one with the strength of Thor and Hulk, the charisma and finances of Iron Man and the […]
If only we could honestly know the mind of the animal kingdom it would eliminate so many of the world’s problems. Even though mankind has tried to establish the meaning behind the actions of our pets, it is still a mystery that has captivated people since the beginning of time. This obsession to get into […]
‘Another fine mess you’ve gotten me into.’ – Stan Laurel Throughout cinematic history, different actors and comedians have defined an era. Charlie Chaplin, Abbott and Costello, Jerry Lewis, Eddie Murphy and Jim Carrey all have played their part in redefining comedy for their generation. They all provided wit and physicality that connected with audiences at […]
If you give an answer to your viewer, your film will simply finish in the movie theatre. But when you pose questions, your film actually begins after people watch it. In fact, your film will continue inside the viewer. Asghar Farhadi Asghar Farhadi may not be a household name to many outside of his home […]
Robert Rodriguez may not be a household name, but the range of this director’s work proves that he is willing to take on any genre with his signature manner. From Once Upon a Time in Mexico to the Spykids franchise to Sin City, he has proven that he is a risk taker when it comes […]
Our society is dictated by how quickly we can gain information and in a few clicks or swipes, most of the information needed is available at our fingertips. The internet is full of details about every subject that has impacted mankind, including our history. The challenge is finding sources that are reliable and accurate. From […]
Unbreakable is a cult classic that shows the vision of M. Night Shyamalan by considering the impact of comic books and superheroes on our modern culture. Despite the film’s promising box office results, the studio chose not to do a sequel because they did not see the future in the world of comic books in […]
