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A John Wayne Film Whose Reputation Precedes It, ‘The Searchers’ Lands at Film Forum in a 4K Restoration
While ‘The Searchers’ is by no means perfect, it is director John Ford’s most painterly movie. Even when the scenes have been contrived in a Hollywood backlot, the movie is rich in color and encompassing in space.
Powered by Hard Questions, ‘Meanwhile on Earth’ Is as Haunting as It Is Assured
Director Jérémy Clapin proves a deft hand at weaving two strands of imagery within the film: one is drawn; the other, photographic. The twain meet to necessary effect.
With ‘Blazing Saddles’ Turning 50, It’s Worth Considering How Mel Brooks’s Farce Has Fared Through Changing Times
Not only has the picture been accused of racist intent, it’s also been deemed ‘woke’ and a paragon of postmodernism. Regardless, one thing is certain: ‘Blazing Saddles’ isn’t a racist movie.
With ‘Indoor Safari,’ 75-Year-Old Nick Lowe Shakes Off His Early Geezerhood
Set for release this Friday, the album is a throwback to the music of Lowe’s youth: Carl Perkins, the Everly Brothers, and Buddy Holly. The tunes skitter and the sentiments are plainly stated.
At First Glance Seemingly Just an Elaborate Contrivance, ‘The Mother of All Lies’ Is a Tour de Force
Asmae El Moudir’s movie is among the most resourceful films to come down the pike in some time; the most powerful, as well. It is a serious venture of daunting personal integrity and considerable artistic merit.
Was Peter Cushing the Best to Ever Portray Sherlock Holmes?
The upcoming Blu-ray release of ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’ offers a chance to see Cushing in action: In physiognomy and manner, he couldn’t have been more perfect.
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