Phoenix sits pensively and incredibly uncomfortable on Jimmy Kimmel’s couch, zipped up in a jumper, with a shirt and tie that looks like it has an emergency exit button labelled ‘In case of intense questioning.’ […]
analysis and admiration of the film industry, with a marketing twist
Tag: IMAX
Oscar Hosts: A Short History of the Biggest Comedy Gig on Earth
A short history of the most revered comedy gig on the planet.
Creed: A Franchise That Shouldn’t Throw in the Towel Just Yet
Still reeling from the political turmoil following the Watergate Scandal and the repercussions of the Vietnam War, America in 1976 was suffering from a punctured and disenchanted spirit. The US desperately needed a hero. Against […]
Friends: The Renaissance – How Netflix Reinvigorated the 90’s Hit
It was always on Channel 4 at 7pm. That was the hour that Nickelodeon finished and the darkly humorous musings of adult cartoons occupied the usually squeaky clean channel by day. That’s when I’d flick […]
An Ode to Oldies: On The Waterfront
Sitting in the front room with my head tilted at a 90 degree angle, I’d take in all of the classics in front of me. Our bookcase had long since been rebranded as a Video […]
The Shape of Water: A Best Picture with Nothing of Note
The Shape of Water was in fact the first film I’ve watched by Guillermo Del Toro. Based on my own reception, it will likely be my last. As is customary in the film world, and […]
The Dwindling Supply Chain: How Sean Parker’s Screening Room Could Shake Up the Film Industry
It was Bargain Wednesday at our local Odeon, we were soon reminded of this when we were greeted with hundreds queuing impatiently in the foyer. The five euro deal available only on Wednesdays, obliterating the […]
