Author: Meg Shields

A stunt so nice they showed it thrice. Here’s the story behind Jackie Chan’s legendary leap.

Here’s a short animated film about loneliness, unlikely company, and the quiet beauty of a solitary space probe.

Some directors say “we got it” when they do not, in fact, “got it.” Those directors are not Stanley Kubrick.

Watch a video essay about the female-led films that defined cinema last year.

What was its purpose and why was it so infamous? Let’s sneak a peek, shall we?

For its 16th anniversary, here’s our re-appraisal of the DC comic book movie.

Were you distracted by the woman in the red dress? Yeah, us too. So let’s talk about it.

“If ever you want to blow up a head, I advise using kosher salt. But don’t do this at home.” – special effects artist Gary Zeller.

In sound cinema, the impression of silence is rarely…well, silent. Here’s a look at ‘Gravity’ to explain why.