Performing Arts
Musicians Wage War Against Evil Robots
When synchronized sound ended the era of silent films, live musicians were no longer hired to play in movie theaters. They fought back with an ad campaign against soulless machines.
February 10, 2012 |
By Matt Novak
When Uncle Sam Backs Your Film
How Act of Valor is only the latest in a long history of official military involvement in the film industry
February 08, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
What Ever Happened to the Short Film?
Why short films still win Oscars.
February 06, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
The Super Bowl’s Love Affair With Jetpacks
Thankfully, this Super Bowl spectacle never had a wardrobe malfunction
February 03, 2012 |
By Matt Novak
Super Bowl Guide to Football Films
The sport was initially fodder for slapstick comedy, but as the technology evolved, so did the way in which filmmakers portrayed the gridiron on the big screen
February 01, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
The Never-Ending Tussle Between Box Office Hits and Award Winners
Blockbuster movies often lose out at the Oscars, while winners can't find enough viewers
January 27, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
What Makes an Ad Successful?
With over 30 years of experience in the industry, John Adams shares what it takes to make a great Super Bowl advertisement
January 27, 2012 |
By Megan Gambino
A Post-Mortem on the Oscar Nominations
Who were the winners and losers in yesterday's announcement of the Oscar nominees?
January 25, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
Women Action Stars: From Haywire to The Perils of Pauline
Crediting some stars who preceded Gina Carano on screen
January 20, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
A Newly Restored Wings
The first Best Picture Oscar winner emerges to help Paramount celebrate its centennial
January 17, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
A Mobile Phone From 1922? Not Quite
History often plays linguistic tricks on us, especially when it comes to rapidly changing technologies
January 17, 2012 |
By Matt Novak
Trade Your Trouble for a Bubble
Sightseeing across the country in an atomic-powered "pleasure ball"
January 13, 2012 |
By Matt Novak
Coming Attractions for 2012: The Great Gatsby in 3D!!
Films both new and old that we look forward to in the coming year
January 12, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
Moving Sidewalks Before The Jetsons
The public's fascination with the concept of "movable pavement" extends back more than 130 years
January 11, 2012 |
By Matt Novak
Seeing a New South in Joyful Noise and Undefeated
Two new films show how far we've come since The Birth of a Nation and In the Heat of the Night
January 06, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
Seeing Double Part 2: When Studios Collide
Why business enemies sometimes become partners
January 04, 2012 |
By Daniel Eagan
Keeping it Weird in Austin, Texas
Aren't the residents of the proudly hip city of Austin, Texas, just traditionalists at heart?
January 2012 |
By ZZ Packer
National Film Registry Selections for 2011
From Forrest Gump to silent comedies, 25 titles have been added to a list of our country's most significant films
December 30, 2011 |
By Daniel Eagan
Some Memorable Screenings in 2011
In lieu of a list of my top 10 films of the year, here's a look back at some of the best experiences I had at the theaters
December 28, 2011 |
By Daniel Eagan
A Spoiler Alert Guide to Year-End Releases
Three trends in big-budget movies coming out this holiday season
December 23, 2011 |
By Daniel Eagan
