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Q.V. Hough

Q.V. Hough

Q.V. Hough is Vague Visages’ founding editor. During his 20s, he worked in Hollywood, Calif., and now lives in Fargo, N.D.

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Three Films to Stream on Día de Muertos
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Three Films to Stream on Día de Muertos

Nov 1st, 2018
In Mexico, the Día de Muertos tradition celebrates life, but also the travels of the dearly departed. Here are three death-themed Mexican films that...
Internalized Fear: 50 Years of <i>Night of the Living Dead</i>
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Internalized Fear: 50 Years of Night of the Living Dead

Oct 10th, 2018
In 2018, social media fragility and the internalization of fears keep people trapped, much like the subjects of George A. Romero’s Night of the...
In Praise of <i>Ninotchka</i>, Gateway to Garbo and Lubitsch
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In Praise of Ninotchka, Gateway to Garbo and Lubitsch

Sep 19th, 2018
Some movies conjure up bittersweet recollections while emitting positive vibes. That’s all part of the cinematic experience — relating to subject...
<i>Rounders</i> and Lessons for Modern Gamblers
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Rounders and Lessons for Modern Gamblers

Sep 11th, 2018
Twenty years after Rounders’ release, the gambling narrative remains applicable in a world of post-20th-century hustlers. Written by the creative...
Summertime Madness: Sun-Scorched Horror
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Summertime Madness: Sun-Scorched Horror

Jun 26th, 2018
Are you tired of social media self-loathing? Well, I have good news: you can re-direct your negative vibes onto ill-fated movie characters who will...
Don’t Sweat the Technique: Tupac Shakur, <i>Juice</i> and Method Acting
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Don’t Sweat the Technique: Tupac Shakur, Juice and Method Acting

Feb 21st, 2018
The greatest Method actors create visceral moments through raw talent and polished techniques. Throughout his film career, Marlon Brando delivered...
A Chat with Stepbrother Film Critics Dale Doback and Brennan Huff
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A Chat with Stepbrother Film Critics Dale Doback and Brennan Huff

Jan 11th, 2018
In November 2017, a California film critic named Brennan Huff went viral after posting a controversial essay on acclaimed filmmaker Paul Thomas...
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