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Ranking the Films of the Caped Crusader
For almost 50 years, Batman has graced the silver screen. Whether working solo or accompanied by sidekicks and associates, Gotham City is continually saved by his enduring presence. Even though the eight theatrical live-action films featuring the Caped Crusader have had their ups and downs, there is no denying his appeal as a lead character. […] More
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Being Batman: The Actors Underneath the Cowl
“What are you?’ That question has been on many a criminal’s mind for numerous decades. Out of absolute fear, these evildoers stare into the face of darkness personified, a creature of the night that is a true symbol of justice. I’m talking of course about Batman, the Dark Knight, a crimefighter who strikes fear into […] More
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‘Palo Alto’ a fine debut feature for another talented member of the Coppola family
Palo Alto Written and directed by Gia Coppola USA, 2013 The disaffection of youth is a familiar theme in modern American cinema, and one of its most recognizable creators is Sofia Coppola. It’s hard not to think of her films, from The Virgin Suicides to The Bling Ring, while watching Palo Alto, the debut feature […] More
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‘Palo Alto’, based on the James Franco book, releases a new trailer
Over the course of his career, James Franco has garnered a number of fans for his work in front of the camera, in films such as Pineapple Express, 127 Hours, and Sam Raimi’s Spiderman trilogy. However, Franco has also been active behind the scenes, working on writing and directing projects. Fans of the performer were […] More
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Mousterpiece Cinema, Lucasfilm Bonus Episode Two: ‘Willow,’ ‘Ewoks: The Battle for Endor,’ and ‘Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure’
Well, friends, as you can tell from the title, this episode’s a mouthful. We hit the 350-Like threshold on Facebook a few weeks ago, and you know what that means: time for another b-b-b-b-b-b-b-bonus episode! This time, per Gabe’s suggestion, your intrepid co-hosts tackle not one, not two, but three movies, all from the now-Disney-owned […] More
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Friday (neo)Noir: ‘Kiss Kiss Bang Bang’ features hilarity, wit and Black’s command of noir
It was only a few weeks ago that the Howard Hawks classic The Big Sleep, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, was reviewed for the purpose of this column. Certainly an amusing film, the highlight of which is the pitch perfect acting from each and every cast member. More
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‘Kiss Kiss Bang Bang’ turns noir conventions on its head
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Directed by Shane Black Written by Brett Halliday (novel Bodies Are Where You Find Them), Shane Black (screenplay) US, 2005 In his directorial debut, Shane Black’s Kiss Kiss Bang Bang begins, as with many noirs, with a crime. This crime, a robbery of a children’s toy store, however, lands the protagonist […] More
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Supporting Actors: The Overlooked and Underrated (part 5 of 5)
Gary Oldman as Jackie Flannery in State Of Grace (Phil Joanou, 1990, USA): Long considered one of the most talented actors in cinema, it’s very strange that his outstanding acting as the younger brother of Ed Harris’ local crime boss in this underrated film doesn’t get talked about nearly enough when discussing Oldman’s body of […] More
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TIFF 2011: ‘Twixt’ bounces with self-deprecating humour and love for American Kitsch
Twixt Written and directed by Francis Ford Coppola USA, 2011 Francis Ford Coppola’s newest film, Twixt, enters the realm of popular supernatural dime novels. Val Kilmer is Hall Baltimore, a second-rate Stephen King who is in a slump. Not only has he lost all enthusiasm for the series of novels about witches, but his personal […] More
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Trailer: Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Twixt’ looks suitably eccentric
Any trailer that features Tom Waits narration can’t be all bad, but we all have the right to be less than sure about Twixt, the new and seemingly semi-autobiographical vampire detective story (?!) from American icon Francis Ford Coppola. On one hand, his last movie, Tetro, was a surprise return to form and almost certainly […] More