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<i>The Bourne Identity</i> at 20: The Importance of Being Matt Damon

The Bourne Identity at 20: The Importance of Being Matt Damon

Jun 13th, 2022 Max Borg

When it came to bringing Robert Ludlum’s novel to the screen, casting the right actor made all the difference.

The Unnerving Timelessness of <i>The Intruder</i>

The Unnerving Timelessness of The Intruder

May 18th, 2022 Josh Bell

Roger Corman's social thriller was released 60 years ago this week, but it feels as vital and urgent as today's headlines.

The Singular Pleasures of a Romy and Michele Day

Apr 25th, 2022 Josh Bell

On its 25th anniversary, a look back at the beloved female buddy comedy, and the timeless message it shares.

The Moral Gymnastics of the Original <i>Scarface</i>

The Moral Gymnastics of the Original Scarface

Apr 8th, 2022 Audrey Fox

When Howard Hawks' iconic gangster movie hit screens 90 years ago, it had to do a bit of a two-step with the enforcers of the Production Code.

In Defense of <i>Chasing Amy</i>, 25 Years Later

In Defense of Chasing Amy, 25 Years Later

Apr 4th, 2022 Ciara Moloney

A quarter-century after the release of Kevin Smith’s slacker rom-com, we look at its gradual fall from public favor – and make the case for its virtues.

The Groundbreaking Subversion of <i>Neighbours</i>

The Groundbreaking Subversion of Neighbours

Jan 4th, 2022 Audrey Fox

Two men sit on an idyllic suburban lawn, creating a mirror image of one another that suggests an inherent balance in their world – That is, until a single flower sprouts directly onto their shared property line, leading the two to come to blows, each claiming ownership over it. Neighbours, an...

<i>Scream</i> and the Video Store Generation

Scream and the Video Store Generation

Dec 20th, 2021 Audrey Fox

On its 25th anniversary, a look back at how the self-awareness of its particular time and place influenced ‘Scream’ – and impacted its audience and imitators.

A Movie’s Got to Know Its Limitations: 50 Years of <i>Dirty Harry</i>

A Movie’s Got to Know Its Limitations: 50 Years of Dirty Harry

Dec 15th, 2021 Zach Vasquez

Clint Eastwood's cop franchise began 50 years ago. A look back at the shifts of that character over his five films:

The Cynical Sentiment of Network

Dec 6th, 2021 Julia Sirmons

The acidity of Lumet and Chayefsky's classic - released 45 years ago - has been duly noted. But what about its heart?

Going Through Hell to Reach Paradise: <i>Cape Fear</i> at 30

Going Through Hell to Reach Paradise: Cape Fear at 30

Nov 12th, 2021 Roxana Hadadi

It’s another day that ends with the letter “y,” so it’s time to talk about Martin Scorsese again. Sorry that this man is so prolific! Sorry that his career is so varied! Sorry that his cinematic output is so singularly an extension of his array of influences, interests, and inspirations...