DOCUMENTARY REVIEW: Deep Sky

Much like the scientifically wondrous notion of us forged by recycled dust of past celestial bodies, the documentary’s powerful implications and posed questions give Deep Sky viewers immense swell and pause. Even though Deep Sky is an abrupt shorthand version of a continuing story, it is exactly the type of presentation and ponderous point that will rightfully and fruitfully inspire the next generation of innovators and explorers. Somebody somewhere is going to watch Deep Sky, hear Williams’ lush poeticism, and plot their future.

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MOVIE REVIEW: Sasquatch Sunset

It’s not that the movie or the actors don’t look the part in Sasquatch Sunset. That’s not the issue. It’s more about the purposes and examinations at hand. This film, which enjoyed praise during its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival earlier in the year, is one hell of a bizarre enigma poking and prodding any number of desires and intentions. 

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PODCAST: Episode 152 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 152nd episode, two discerning film critics, two try-hard dads, and two directorial teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, step out for the first of two special editorial episodes about topics relating to the state of cinema. On this show, our two guys talk about auteur backlash happening to supposedly maniacal directors and filmmakers who are said to be trying too hard. They look at what that notion means and where such effort is appropriate and where it is, on the other hand, missing in this day and age.

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PODCAST: Episode 151 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 151st episode, two muy thai film critics, two buns-baring dads, and two bouncer teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, have set the table to talk about Doug Liman's 2024 remake of Road House, starring Jake Gyllenhaal. While comparisons are there to be made between this one and Patrick Swayze's from 1989, we've got two guys who know how to compartmentalize their film history. They know full well no remake erases an original. The fun part is we now get multiplied fun.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Participant in "World of Reel" Critics Poll for Best Modern Film of Francis Ford Coppola

As I have grown in press credentials and professional affiliations nationally, I have found myself landing in circles with other film critics of various levels. Recently, I was included in a poll for voting critics for Jordan Ruimy of World of Reel, a fellow Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. His survey was to collect picks for the best film of famed director Francis Ford Copolla (The Godfather series, Apocalypse Now) from over 100 critics and other industry folk. I was honored to chime in with my vote for 1997’s The Rainmaker to be included with some very high professional company.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Participant in "World of Reel" Critics Poll for Best Films of the 1950s

As I have grown in press credentials and professional affiliations nationally, I have found myself landing in circles with other film critics of various levels. Recently, I was included in a poll for voting critics for Jordan Ruimy of World of Reel, a fellow Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. His survey was to collect picks for the best films of the 1950s from over 120 critics and other industry folk. I was honored to chime in with my top five selections to be included with some very high professional company.

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Law and Movie Production: Understanding the Connection 

by Nancy Fernandez

The intersection of law and movie production is a complex area that covers a range of issues from copyright and intellectual property rights to contracts and liability. Legal considerations are integral to every stage of filmmaking, ensuring that productions comply with the law while protecting the creative and financial investments involved. Among these legal concerns, one lesser-discussed area is med mal statute of limitations in PA, particularly how it relates to the health and safety of the cast and crew during a film's production.

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Do You Need Roofing Company Help During Movie Production?

by Nancy Fernandez

When it comes to film production, the devil is often in the details—especially when it comes to creating realistic and safe sets. One of the aspects that might not immediately come to mind is the necessity of a roofing company’s expertise. While it might seem specific, there are several scenarios in film production where the skills and knowledge of professional roofers could be essential.

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Movie Shooting and Injury: How to Handle Cases

by Nancy Fernandez

Injuries on movie sets are a serious concern for filmmakers, actors, and production crews. With the nature of filmmaking often requiring complex stunts, demanding physical performances, and challenging environments, the risk of accidents is significantly heightened. This blog discusses the crucial steps and strategies necessary to handle cases of injury during movie production, ensuring both the safety of personnel and the continuity of the project.

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Online Casino Payments: A Beginners Guide

Starting out with online casino gaming is exciting, but for newcomers, understanding the intricacies of payment methods can be overwhelming. Therefore it is important to have prior knowledge about the various payment methods.  From traditional methods like credit cards and bank transfers to modern solutions like e-wallets and cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, players have many payment methods to choose from. 

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