Film

In defence of the live-action remake

Live-action remakes, when viewed with an open mind, can be seen as cultural negotiations, as attempts to revitalise and pass down old stories to new eyes and ears.

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In defence of the theatrical release

If film, like all art, nourishes itself on its own œuvre, I don’t think we can afford to sever the association between the cinema and the film.

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2025 releases you may not have seen (but definitely should)

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Can movie violence ever be fun?

“Because it's so much fun, Jan!” This was Quentin Tarantino’s answer when an interviewer...

Culture Ottilie Bostridge -

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Film

In defence of the live-action remake

In defence of the theatrical release

2025 releases you may not have seen (but definitely should)

Can movie violence ever be fun?

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