Why Line Producers Matter
A tribute to the unsung heroes of the production world. Read More
December 30, 2019
Hannah Payne
An early 20th-century vaudeville performer-turned silent film star in a film student's body. Currently watching too many movies and writing too many essays in Santa Cruz, CA.
‘Do the Right Thing’ and the Power of the Dutch Angle
There's more to this mainstay technique than just tilted camera. Read More
December 10, 2019
An Oscar for Lina Wertmüller Reminds Us of the Academy’s Gender Problem
The theme at this year's Governors Awards focused on diversity and inclusion. Read More
October 29, 2019
‘Dumplin’ Review: Where Body Positivity and Beauty Pageants Coexist
This flawed but fun take on body politics and coming-of-age is worth a watch. Read More
October 23, 2019
How Meredith Blake from ‘The Parent Trap’ Went from Villain to Relatable Icon
This "evil" stepmother figure in Disney's 1998 remake is finally receiving the appreciation she always deserved. Read More
October 5, 2019
The Show Within a Show Tells Us What to Expect
Musical theatre is rife with this common trope, but where did it come from and how does it work? Read More
September 29, 2019
The True Underdog Story Behind Taika Waititi’s Next Movie
'Next Goal Wins' will try to succeed where most documentary remakes fail. Read More
September 20, 2019
Why ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ Will Take 20 Years to Film
Richard Linklater is topping his 'Boyhood' production span with his adaptation of the 1981 musical flop turned cult favorite. Read More
September 3, 2019
Pennywise the Sewer-Lurking Clown and Why We Can’t Resist Him
Yes, he's a creepy, murderous clown. Yes, I am climbing down into that sewer. Read More
August 29, 2019