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The Return of Stolen Artifacts How ‘Dahomey’ Shows Cultural Repatriation, Colonization, and the Fight for Justice
In recent years, documentaries have taken many different forms, with some offering fresh ways to present historical events. Some documentaries stick to a formula, giving us a familiar structure: archival footage spliced together with interviews from experts or people connected to the story. But, with the growing availability of technology used in everyday life, like body cams, CCTV, and personal recordings, new elements are being added to documentary filmmaking, particularly in true crime. These resources have enhanced the presentation of…
Eddie Brock and Venom’s Last Dance An Epic Road Trip Adventure Full of Humor, Action, and Hints at Future Stories in the Venom Franchise
Venom: The Last Dance is the last adventure for Eddie Brock, played by Tom Hardy, and his symbiotic partner. They go on a road trip across the United States and fight against the symbiote god Knull along the way. Even though this is the final chapter, there are two extra scenes—one at the end and another in the middle—that tease what might happen next in the Venom series. Fans of the first two movies, Venom and Venom: Let There Be…
Mr. Crocket Uses Practical Effects and Disturbing Humor to Challenge How We View Children’s Entertainment and Parenting
Brandon Espy’s Mr. Crocket began as a six-minute horror short for Hulu’s Bite Size Halloween collection in 2021. Two years later, it expanded into a full feature that is now part of Hulu’s 2024 Huluween lineup. The movie takes a dark twist on beloved children’s shows, reminiscent of Pee-wee’s Playhouse and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, infused with the sharp wit of slasher film icon Freddy Krueger. Espy’s examination of parenthood and children’s television has practical effects designed to frighten young viewers…
In Puzzle Box Horror Takes a Backseat to the Deep Emotional Journey of Sisters Facing Addiction and Loss
Once upon a time, in 1999, a horror movie called The Blair Witch Project became very successful. It introduced a new style of filmmaking known as “found footage,” where the movie looks like it’s been recorded with a handheld camera by the characters themselves. This approach was a refreshing change from the usual horror films of the time, which mostly followed the slasher format popularized by movies like Scream. However, when any movie style becomes popular, filmmakers tend to overuse…
Every Harry Potter Film, Ranked by Faithfulness to the Books What Changed, What Stayed True, and How It Shaped the Series
The world of Harry Potter has attracted fans of all ages for more than two decades. While the films have become beloved by fans across the globe, they originated from J.K. Rowling’s groundbreaking book series, which began in 1997 with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. The release of the first book created a generation of readers, sparking a worldwide phenomenon that would continue to grow for years to come. The Harry Potter franchise started as a literary phenomenon but…
Smile 2’s Successful Opening Weekend Shows Strong Audience Demand for Horror Films in 2024
After a great performance by Terrifier 3 last week, Paramount’s more mainstream horror movie, Smile 2, had an excellent opening weekend. The sequel film received good reviews and an even better response from the audience, beating its predecessor at the box office in important ways. The movie topped the domestic charts with about $23 million and made another $23 million from international markets, giving it a total global debut of $46 million. Smile 2 was produced on a budget of…