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How Screenwriters Decide What Not to Adapt From a Beloved Book
Discover the tough choices screenwriters make when adapting a beloved book, from cutting subplots and characters to translating internal thoughts for the screen.
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Why Talking About a Movie Right After the Credits Is Still Part of the Fun
Beyond the screen, the post-credits lobby debate remains a vital, communal ritual that enriches the entire cinematic experience.
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Why Fall Movies Often Sell Mood Before They Sell Plot
Ever wonder why autumn movie trailers are so atmospheric and vague? It's a deliberate strategy tied to awards season, audience psychology, and art.
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Why Cutting a Fan-Favorite Character Can Sometimes Improve a Movie Adaptation
When a beloved character gets cut from a movie, fans are often outraged. But what if it's for the best? Here's why removing a character can improve a film.
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Why One Great Movie Song Can Keep a Film in Your Head for Weeks
An exploration of why some movie songs are so memorable, delving into the psychology of earworms and the power of music in film marketing.
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How Fall Movies Balance Four-Quadrant Appeal Without Becoming Generic
An inside look at how Hollywood attempts to make films for everyone—male, female, young, and old—without falling into the trap of creative blandness.
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‘Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie’ Review: Alex Gibney Profiles the Controversial Author During His Harrowing Hospitalization
There’s nothing more distressing in “Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie’ than the unflinching closeups of the author’s wounded body in the days and weeks after August 12, 2022, when he was repeatedly stabbed while on stage at a literary festival in upstate New York. The camera lingers over his mangled hand and the […]
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Ian McKellen Returns as Gandalf in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum', Set for 2027 Release
Ian McKellen Returns as Gandalf in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum', Set for 2027 Release
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Why Some Biopics Work Best by Focusing on One Chapter of a Life
From 'Lincoln' to 'Spencer,' the best biographical films succeed by focusing on a pivotal moment rather than a whole life. Here's why.
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Why Historical Accuracy and Dramatic Truth Can Pull Fall Movies in Opposite Directions
Filmmakers often must choose between literal historical fact and the emotional truth of a story. This fall, as awards season begins, here’s why.
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How John Wilson Blended Concrete, Hallmark Movies, and Michael Imperioli Into One Film
The eccentric documentarian talks about his feature-length debut, The History of Concrete, and the larger mission behind his work
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Oscars: France Selects Cannes Prizewinner ‘Minotaur’ for International Feature Race
France has selected Andrey Zvyagintsev’s Cannes Grand Prize winner “Minotaur” to represent the country in the international feature film race at the Oscars. The choice was made Wednesday by France’s Oscar committee following auditions with the producers, international sales agents and U.S. distributors behind the five shortlisted films, including Mubi, Neon and Sony Pictures Classics. […]
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