Snack Shack Review: 90s-Fueled Coming-of-Age Fun
Anyone that knows me knows that I am a huge sucker for coming-of-age movies. They’re the most comforting, joyous films that you can watch in my opinion. Sure, some of them can tackle some truly dark themes and in that…
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Hermione Malone Named Executive Director of Cleveland International Film Festival Ahead of Exciting 49th Annual Fest
The Cleveland International Film Festival has named Hermione Malone as its new executive director. With a background in nonprofit management and leadership, Malone brings over 15 years of experience in strategic development, program design and implementation, innovation, and collaboration to…
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‘Green Lantern’ Series From James Gunn’s DC Studios Gets Picked Up By HBO For Eight Episodes
Well, it’s official, and James Gunn’s DC Studios plan is slowly moving forward. Today, HBO and MAX confirmed that it’s picked up an eight-episode Green Lantern series for a season one pick-up. The series comes from Emmy®-nominee Chris Mundy (HBO’s…
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Sean Penn & Dakota Johnson Get Surprisingly Intimate In The Longest Taxi Ride Ever
Summary Dive into the unexpected connection between Girlie and Clark in the confined setting of a taxi cab. Dakota Johnson and Sean Penn's stellar performances infuse life into Daddio 's seemingly static premise. The film nicely explores the dynamic and…
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Mia Goth Attached to Star in Marvel’s Troubled Blade Reboot
Summary Blade reboot undergoes continuous changes, with Mia Goth potentially making her MCU debut in an unclear role amidst setbacks. Mahershala Ali envisions Blade as his Black Panther , but production struggles with ongoing story changes and director exits. Blade's…
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That Means The Movie’s Not Going To Work
Summary Eddie Murphy points out Beverly Hills Cop III 's weak villain and the absence of Taggart as key factors in its failure. He explains that a cliché line in the script was a key sign the movie wouldn't work.…
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Jon Watts, Louis Leterrier, and Tim Miller Say This Is What’s Next for Hollywood
The Big Picture Collider's Steve Weintraub hosts our Directors on Directing panel at CCXP Mexico with top directors Jon Watts, Louis Leterrier and Tim Miller. The trio discusses the challenges filmmakers face getting movies made in Hollywood today, franchises and…
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‘I Am: Celine Dion’ Review
The Big Picture I Am: Celine Dion is not a typical music doc, focusing on her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome. Director Irene Taylor highlights Dion's journey post-diagnosis, revealing her vulnerability. The documentary showcases Dion's determination to overcome SPS, offering…
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Alfonso Cuarón’s Series Starring Cate Blanchett Arrives In October
Ever since it was announced, we’ve been excited about the upcoming Apple TV+ series, “Disclaimer.” In fact, it topped our list of Most Anticipated TV series of 2024. What do you expect when there’s a series that stars Cate Blanchett…
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Unearthing the Past: A Look at ‘Treasure’
Treasure is a tragicomedy from German director Julia von Heinz (And Tomorrow the Entire World, Hanna’s Journey), starring Lena Dunham, Stephen Fry and Zbigniew Zamachowski. This is a poignant exploration of family, trauma and the complexities of confronting a painful…
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40 Years Later, ‘Red Dawn’s Message Is as Clear as Ever
The Big Picture Red Dawn , starring Patrick Swayze and Charlie Sheen, imagines a World War III where teenagers fight back. The film's political message sparks debate, seen by some as a tribute to insurgencies and guerrilla warfare. Red Dawn…
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Donald Sutherland Deserved an Oscar for This 1980 Drama
Summary Donald Sutherland, despite never winning an Oscar, delivered unforgettable performances that were overlooked by Academy voters. Sutherland's subtle and textured acting in Ordinary People highlighted themes of grief without artificial sentimentality. While Sutherland deserved more than an honorary Oscar,…
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