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The Travels of Alexander Payne
Citizen Ruth, Alexander Payne’s first film, is not what you would call a laugh-out-loud comedy, but there is one moment that always gets me. Towards the end of the film, Ruth (Laura Dern), a pregnant junkie who has become the center of a political firestorm be...
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The Cunnilingus Conundrum: Why The Allure of ‘Blue is the Warmest Color’ Is Its Biggest Detraction
The controversy surrounding Blue Is The Warmest Color only distracts from its strengths, both onscreen and off.
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After The Credits: How Marvel is Blurring the Line Between Film and Comics
Marvel's approach to franchise-building has irrevocably changed the way blockbuster movies are made.
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How We Became Film Critics
More than 40 writers contribute to this publication. Each of them lead different lives, derive from different backgrounds, live everywhere from Poland to New York City to Australia to India. What connects these writers, aside from this outlet, is their individ...
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Video Essay of Captivating Documentary ‘The Trials of Muhammad Ali’
Michael Mirasol reviews the new documentary about Muhammed Ali.
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The New American Blockbuster Is Not So American
Laya Maheshwari examines how Hollywood blockbusters are now catering to international markets.
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