This article was written exclusively for The Film Magazine by Annice White. I was watching Call Me By Your Name for the third (or fourteenth) time when I began to think about how clothing functions in cinema—not just as costume, but as a decisive element in shaping identity, relationships and narrative mood. As Stella Bruzzi … Read more
James Gunn in Talks to Write and Direct Suicide Squad 2 for DC/Warner Bros. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 1 & 2 writer-director James Gunn is reportedly in discussions to write and direct a follow-up to the 2016 film Suicide Squad for DC/Warner Bros. The move would mark Gunn’s first major attachment since his recent … Read more
Michael Shannon Reportedly in Talks to Join Rian Johnson’s Knives Out Two-time Academy Award nominee Michael Shannon — known for his work in Revolutionary Road (2009) and Nocturnal Animals (2016/2017), and a co-star of the Best Picture-winning film The Shape of Water — is reportedly in discussions to join the ensemble cast of Knives Out, … Read more
Annapurna Pictures and director Jay Roach have cast veteran actor Malcolm McDowell to portray media magnate Rupert Murdoch in their forthcoming film about alleged sexism and sexual misconduct at Fox News. The untitled project centers on the women who challenged workplace harassment and discrimination at the network, and the events that contributed to the removal … Read more
The word “cyberpunk” gets used a lot these days, often reduced to images of neon-lit streets, massive holographic ads and a lone, brooding antihero. But cyberpunk is a richer, more provocative movement in both literature and film. This article traces cyberpunk’s origins, its defining themes and motifs, and how it became a major influence on … Read more
Submarine (2010) Director: Richard Ayoade Screenwriter: Richard Ayoade Starring: Craig Roberts, Yasmin Paige, Sally Hawkins, Noah Taylor, Paddy Considine Richard Ayoade’s Submarine is a sharply observed coming-of-age film that blends deadpan humor with poignant, often bittersweet insight. Based on Joe Dunthorne’s novel, the movie captures the awkward, self-important intensity of adolescence with a distinctive visual … Read more
Janelle Monáe Joins Disney’s Live-Action Lady and the Tramp Singer-songwriter and actor Janelle Monáe, known for her roles in Moonlight and Hidden Figures, has been confirmed as part of the cast for Disney’s upcoming live-action remake of Lady and the Tramp. Monáe will portray Peg, the pound dog from the original story, in a supporting … Read more
Chris Evans Joins Rian Johnson’s Murder Mystery “Knives Out” Alongside Daniel Craig Just hours after announcing on Twitter that he had finished filming what he described as his final performance as Captain America for the upcoming, as-yet-untitled fourth Avengers movie, actor Chris Evans has been confirmed as part of the cast for Knives Out, a … Read more
A Star Is Born (2018) Director: Bradley Cooper Screenwriters: Bradley Cooper, Will Fetters, Eric Roth Starring: Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper, Sam Elliott, Dave Chappelle, Anthony Ramos, Andrew Dice Clay, Rafi Gavron, Greg Grunberg A Star Is Born returns as the fourth cinematic retelling of the familiar love-and-music story, this time driven by Bradley Cooper in … Read more
Fullmetal Alchemist (2017) Director: Fumihiko Sori Screenwriters: Fumihiko Sori, Takeshi Miyamoto Starring: Ryôsuke Yamada, Tsubasa Honda, Dean Fujioka, Ryûta Satô, Misako Renbutsu, Yô Ôizumi Live-action adaptations of beloved anime are always risky, and the 2017 Fullmetal Alchemist film is no exception. As a long-time fan of the original manga and anime, I approached this adaptation … Read more
