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In defence of James Franco

by Victoria Luxford

Is the much maligned actor actually the most underrated performer of his generation?
In Praise Of

How The Nightmare Before Christmas became a festive favourite

by Victoria Luxford

Henry Selick’s directorial debut is a gleefully macabre cinematic marvel.

The Accountant is another example of Hollywood’s autism problem

by Victoria Luxford

Ben Affleck’s latest thriller shows that mainstream cinema still hasn’t moved on from the days of Rain Man.

Why Doctor Strange is a vital step for gender representation in Hollywood

by Victoria Luxford

Tilda Swinton’s Ancient One looks to be Marvel’s most progressive character yet.

Has Daniel Radcliffe finally cast off the shackles of child stardom?

by Victoria Luxford

Imperium and Swiss Army Man mark a turning point in the actor’s career.

Why are films that take us off the grid on the rise?

by Victoria Luxford

Captain Fantastic is the latest in a long line of dramas to explore the allure of being disconnected from the modern world.

Why sharks remain cinema’s most terrifying antagonists

by Victoria Luxford

From Jaws to The Shallows, what is it about these prehistoric ocean predators that induces such raw fear?

Good to be bad – why supervillains are here to stay

by Victoria Luxford

The hype around Suicide Squad suggests audiences are keen to see more of their favourite comic-book antiheroes.
Steven Spielberg

Who are Steven Spielberg’s greatest artistic muses?

by Victoria Luxford

Mark Rylance is the latest in a list of key collaborators who bring out the best in The Beard.
Film Music

The fall and rise of the movie tie-in single

by Victoria Luxford

Cinema’s catchiest marketing strategy is making a comeback. But are you tuning in or being turned off?

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