Leatherface (2017) Director: Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo Screenplay: Seth M. Sherwood Starring: Stephen Dorff, Vanessa Grasse, Sam Strike, Lili Taylor Leatherface attempts to serve as a modern origin story for one of horror’s most infamous figures, but it struggles to justify its own existence. For viewers who revere Tobe Hooper’s original The Texas Chain … Read more
Twenty-Five Animated Features Submitted for 2019 Oscars Best Animated Feature The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences has received 25 animated feature submissions vying for a place on the Oscars shortlist for Best Animated Feature at the 2019 Academy Awards, which are scheduled for 24 February 2019. The Academy announced the list on 24 … Read more
If you’re updating your seasonal watchlist, here are 20 standout selections for the Greatest Horror Movies of the 21st Century You Can Likely Stream Right Now. These films span found-footage chills, psychological shocks, and supernatural terrors — perfect for a long, dark movie night. In no particular order… Grave Encounters (2011) Directors: Colin Minihan, Stuart … Read more
This article was written exclusively for The Film Magazine by Craig Sheldon. Few film genres depend on music as completely as horror. A well‑timed score can elevate routine on‑screen violence—say, a woman attacked in the shower—into an iconic, unforgettable cinematic moment. A few dissonant strings, a scraping cello, or a single repeated interval can turn … Read more
Star Wars: Episode VII – The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson has expanded the cast of his upcoming mystery-thriller Knives Out with the addition of actress Ana de Armas, best known for her role in Blade Runner 2049. The casting announcement adds another high-profile name to a project that already features an ensemble of well-known … Read more
Luca Guadagnino to Adapt Bob Dylan’s ‘Blood On the Tracks’ for the Big Screen Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino will follow his Oscar-winning film Call Me By Your Name with a cinematic adaptation of Bob Dylan’s acclaimed 1975 album Blood On the Tracks. The project reunites Guadagnino with production company RT Features, and brings together experienced … Read more
Ralph Fiennes to Receive European Achievement in World Cinema Award at European Film Awards in Seville British filmmaker and actor Ralph Fiennes will be honoured with the European Achievement in World Cinema award at the European Film Awards ceremony in Seville, Spain. The European Film Academy says the award recognizes “a rich and extensive career … Read more
Autumn has arrived: crisp air, cozy evenings, pumpkin spices and the perfect excuse to dive into films that feel like the season. Whether you want heartwarming family stories, nostalgic dramas, quirky comedies or spooky vibes for Halloween, this curated list of autumnal movies offers a warm, cinematic blanket for chilly nights. Grab a sweater and … Read more
Ryan Coogler to Write and Direct the Black Panther Sequel Ryan Coogler is confirmed to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the screenwriter and director of the highly anticipated sequel currently titled Black Panther 2. The announcement marks Coogler’s return to the Kingdom of Wakanda after the cultural and box-office phenomenon of the original … Read more
“I just wanted to take another look at ya.” A Star Is Born: A Study in Mirrors, Introspection, and the Cost of Fame A Star Is Born examines the importance of seeing others clearly — and, more crucially, the necessity of seeing oneself. Bradley Cooper’s film presents characters with real flaws and offers a simple … Read more
