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A Rebuttal to Martin Scorsese’s Comments on Marvel

Pat Connell November 24, 2023
In 2019, beloved director Martin Scorsese made a statement where he said, “I don’t think [Marvel movies are] cinema,” sparking backlash from all over the internet.
Michalczyk to Premiere 'Lou Montgomery: His Story is Our Story' at Arts Fest

Michalczyk to Premiere ‘Lou Montgomery: His Story is Our Story’ at Arts Fest

Leah Stitzel April 25, 2023
Professors Susan Michalczyk and John Michalczyk's second film centering on Lou Montgomery, BC's first Black student-athlete, will premiere on April 27 at the Arts Fest.
Artist Nettrice Gaskins Explores Afrofuturism

Artist Nettrice Gaskins Explores Afrofuturism

Meadow Vrtis October 31, 2021
Nettrice, the second speaker in the Currents Presents series, explored algorithms, biomimicry, and artificial intelligence through her art.
A24 Student Intern to Plan Film Events on Campus

A24 Student Intern to Plan Film Events on Campus

Jillian Ran October 7, 2020
Leyla Hotamisligil, MCAS '22, is organizing screenings and other film-related events to promote the movie studio A24 on campus.
Saving the Appreciation of Art

Saving the Appreciation of Art

Anna Long September 16, 2018
"It’s not brain surgery, but it is important."
Understanding and Respecting Disabilities

Understanding and Respecting Disabilities

Marta Seitz April 4, 2018
"It can feel uncomfortable at some points, like the feeling of holding lingering eye contact with someone just beyond the comfortable amount of time."
'Girlfriend's Day' Makes an Earnest but Failing Attempt at Originality

‘Girlfriend’s Day’ Makes an Earnest but Failing Attempt at Originality

Caroline McCormack February 16, 2017
Bob Odenkirk trades in his witty, snarky attitude for a more pensive side in Girlfriend's Day. The premise of film may seem unique and interesting but the plot fails to win watchers over.
Branick Research

At 19, Freshman Heads Two Companies, Utilizes Drone Tech

Leigh Channell March 21, 2016
Young entrepreneur Branick Weix, CSOM '19, is taking to the skies with a number of projects involving drone technology.
The Decline of the Rom Com

The Decline of the Rom Com

Michelle Kang March 20, 2016
"People still like rom coms. There’s a reason people still watch them. But those reasons can’t last if studios continue to generate slop"

Bye Bye Blockbuster

Caleb Griego February 15, 2016
Not too long ago movies had to be rented. As the human element continues to be phased out, many will look back fondly on those trips and interactions, as the world becomes ever more impersonal.

Getting Reel with Joe LaRocca and Anthony Gaimari’s ‘Rough Sketch’ Podcast

Chris Fuller February 10, 2016
Film professor Joe LaRocca discusses the challenges and excitement behind his latest endeavor, a weekly film podcast.

Textual Fidelity in Film: Taking the Right Risks

Chandler Ford January 28, 2016
When accessing what to include and omit in film adaptations of beloved texts, directors and writers must take the right risks.
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