The Real Stories That Inspired ‘Casino Royale’

By Will DiGravio 

A brutal torture method, a double agent, and a failed assassination. Those are some of the true stories that inspired the events of ‘Casino Royale,’ the story that launched the James Bond Franchise.

‘Phantom Lady,’ ‘Sorry, Wrong Number,’ and the Dolly-In Recognition Shot

By Meg Shields 

Be they sinister, or joyous, a dolly-in is a powerful tool.

A New ‘Thing’ Comic by Walter Mosley Should Inspire ‘The Fantastic Four’

By Brad Gullickson 

Marvel’s comics are frequently allowed to explore the small moments with as much attention as the cataclysmic threats. Why can’t the movies be given the same latitude?

31 Things We Learned from Wes Craven’s ‘Scream’ Commentary

By Rob Hunter 

“What is postmodern horror?”

‘Tangerine,’ Realism, and the Double Logic of Digital Cinema

By Meg Shields 

Does digital cinema mean green screens and fully-CGI characters? Or realistic shaky-cam and more accessible filmmaking? (The answer is yes, and yes).

‘The Harder They Fall’ Pairs Classic Western Beats with Style and Vitality

By Rob Hunter 

Come for a stellar cast kicking ass and taking names in a Western, and stay for that very same reason.

‘The Last of Sheila’ Invites You to Go Yachting with Friends and Murderers

By Rob Hunter 

Plus 19 more new releases to watch at home this week on 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD!

Why We Can’t Dismiss the Star Power in ‘Red Notice’

By Brad Gullickson 

We talk to producer Hiram Garcia about the new Netflix action movie. Plus: why we should be super pumped about the Black Adam IP he and Dwayne Johnson are currently crafting.

The Camera of ‘Succession’ Wants a Seat at the Table

By Meg Shields 

The camerawork in ‘Succesion’ would be deemed “imperfect” in other contexts. Here’s why it serves the show’s narrative without you even knowing it.

‘Clifford the Big Red Dog’ is Disarmingly Sincere and Heartwarming

By Will DiGravio 

A film that satisfies nostalgia-seeking viewers while giving the story of Clifford a fun and modern twist.

What’s New to Stream on Amazon Prime for November 2021

By Rob Hunter 

This month’s new arrivals include new Prime Originals including a movie with Benedict Cumberbatch and a documentary with Australia on fire.

The Ending of ‘Eternals’ Explained

By Brad Gullickson 

It’s been a while since two post-credits scenes have been this significant to the greater Marvel Cinematic Universe.