He may be a divisive figure based on his political and social views, but in terms of artistic reputation, you rarely find people more iconic than Clint Eastwood, whose talent is only matched by his longevity, his legacy is beyond secure. He is one of those extremely prolific individuals – both as an actor and…
The Iron Claw (2023)
There are some athletes that don’t even require someone to follow their specific sport for them to be historically resonant – in the case of Kevin Von Erich, it wasn’t just sport, but his entire existence that has drawn considerable notoriety. Hailing from a family of wrestlers who were pushed beyond their limits by their…
Sister Act (1992)
There are some films that become so consolidated in the global culture, regardless of how much time passes, they remain fresh and invigorating, with seemingly very little being possible when it becomes to tarnishing their legacy. Despite having been released over thirty years ago, Sister Act has sustained its reputation as one of the most…
Of Human Bondage (1934)
Over time, the deeper you venture into classical cinema, the more you realize how many surprisingly great gems are hidden beneath layers of obscurity, which shows the rich and fascinating history of Hollywood. There is nothing quite like discovering an obscure masterpiece since it shows that some of the best films are hidden in plain…
Close Your Eyes (2023)
This past year, we celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of The Spirit of the Beehive, a film that has withstood the test of time and become a cultural cornerstone for much of Spanish-language cinema, which was introduced to many viewers through this remarkable piece of filmmaking. Whether or not it was intended to mark half a…
No Dogs or Italians Allowed (2023)
Culture is nothing more than an expanded family history consolidated into historical fact – and there is nothing quite as beautiful as sincere pride in where one comes from. However, life has not always been easy for those who were born into one culture over another, especially when referring to particular moments in the past….
Puzzle of a Downfall Child (1970)
The 1970s are widely considered the era in which American cinema underwent its biggest shift in identity, both stylistically and thematically. The industry had always sought out ways to develop itself, but it was during this era, which we know as usually being grouped under the umbrella phase of New Hollywood, that most of these…
One Life (2024)
Some moments remind us of the power of humanity, and how compassion can change the world – and in 1992, when Nicholas Winton attended a taping of the pulpy British variety show That’s Life!, he expected to only be there to fact-check some information on a feature the show was doing on some of his…
The Notorious Landlady (1962)
While he arguably reached his comedic peak in 1959 with the release of Some Like It Hot (where he turned in the funniest performance of all time in his dual role of Jerry and Daphne), Jack Lemmon continued to push the boundaries of his craft well into the 1960s, which was one of his most…
All of Us Strangers (2023)
Saying goodbye is never easy, but what is even more difficult is losing someone before you get the opportunity to tell them how you feel. This is an experience that many would be lucky never to encounter since there’s nothing quite as harrowing as living with the regrets of never telling someone you love how…
The Postmodern Pelican 