For some life imitates art, while for others it is the inverse – they find solace in filtering their own perspectives, challenges and existential quandaries into the work they produce. This is something that we find Steven Rogers, a very gifted writer, exploring in the form of Everything’s Going to Be Great, in which he…
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Seconds (1966)
There are a few truly universal experiences, but one that I would be surprised if we didn’t all share is the collective desire to lead a different life. We all have regrets and yearn for certain aspects of our existence to be different, even if only slightly, and anyone who has not had the fantasy…
Parthenope (2025)
“Are you aware of the disruption your beauty causes?” These words are one of at least two dozen instances where someone refers to the beauty of a specific young woman, whose reaction usually ranges from humble gratitude to deep appreciation – and in this instance, its John Cheever, the deeply troubled American novelist on one…
Mountainhead (2025)
It seems that you simply cannot spend a moment on the internet without seeing someone complain about the ongoing financial crisis in which the majority of the global population is struggling to survive, while the rich simply get richer. The phrase “eat the rich” has never been more resonant than it is today, and while…
That Certain Feeling (1956)
Nothing burns brighter and more intensely than an old relationship that has been rekindled – there is something about falling in love all over again with someone you considered to be your soulmate that is quite rare, but extremely special when it happens. For the characters in That Certain Feeling, it poses quite a problem,…
What Women Want (2011)
When it comes to remakes, the general rule of thumb is quite simple – either elevate the original material or make it different enough that it isn’t going to be needlessly compared to the source material, and is able to stand on its own. This is sometimes a challenge for directors who decide to remake…
The Divide (2021)
Whenever the world is plunged into any form of chaos, it is always the first responders that tend to be the most reliable in keeping order, and we currently have more reason than ever before to celebrate these hardworking men and women that put themselves on the frontlines to defend and protect us, offering everyone…
Zombeavers (2014)
At some point in the last few decades, we found the concept of the B-movie losing a lot of meaning, undoubtedly the result of filmmakers become far more self-aware, and the rise of the “so bad, it’s good” approach to genres that were often considered to be nothing more than filler, done to capitalise on…
The Killing of Sister George (1968)
One of the most important moments in the history of Hollywood was when Robert Aldrich, the gifted journeyman director behind some of the most successful films the industry ever produced, decided to step aside from making blockbusters and instead opted to make a trio of films that are starkly different in terms of story and…
Magic Farm (2025)
Every artist finds themselves in pursuit of something elusive – whether a particular project or to attain a specific status within their field, there’s a sense of urgency that comes with any artistic endeavour. The desire for fame is one of the most destructive and can often lead to unintentional challenges, from which recovery can…
The Postmodern Pelican 