David Lynch’s work masterfully blended the bizarre and the mundane to emphasize the odd. As a key figure in modern cinema, Lynch designed immersive environments, transporting viewers to inner worlds shaped by mood, texture, and a sense of uneasy artifice. His work seamlessly explored genres of melodrama, film noir, and art cinema, while drawing on ...
When it comes to comic book movies, Deadpool and Wolverine are the ultimate rule-breakers—and they’re not shy about leaving a trail of Easter eggs for fans to uncover. From fourth-wall-breaking nods to hilarious callbacks, the two characters are packed with hidden gems that reward sharp-eyed viewers. Whether it’s Deadpool’s cheeky jabs at the X-Men or ...
The Holiday, a classic romantic comedy, follows the intertwined stories of Amanda Woods (Cameron Diaz) and Iris Simpkins (Kate Winslet). Amanda, reeling from a failed relationship and a crisis of faith, is desperate for a change of scenery. Meanwhile, Iris is heartbroken after discovering the man she loves is engaged to someone else. As the ...
From Son of Saul (2015) to Schindler’s List (1993), here are 10 essential Holocaust movies. The Holocaust should never be forgotten. It was a crucial moment in history that shaped our perceptions of genocide. Movies can play a vital role in preserving that history. Thankfully, there are plenty of films centering around the Holocaust. Here ...
The Academy Awards are the pinnacle of cinematic accomplishment. They represent the definitive choice for the best performance among the best performers. However, not all contests for the Oscars are particularly competitive. Though all the nominees deserve to be there, often there are one or two performances that rise above the rest. But that is ...
Swedish auteur Ingmar Bergman stands as one of cinema’s most prolific and influential artists. Born on July 14, 1918, in Uppsala, Sweden, Ernst Ingmar Bergman was raised by a Lutheran minister father and a nurse mother, a background that shaped much of his artistic vision. Though Bergman described his upbringing as strict, he also spoke ...
He’s been a vampire, an alien, and a pirate. You may know him from What We Do In The Shadows or Thor: Ragnarok. Wherever you’ve seen him in front of the camera, he’s just as present behind it. Taika Waititi’s work had made him one of New Zealand’s top actors and filmmakers. So, how did ...
I first discovered Your Name Engraved Herein through its theme song, “刻在我心底的名字” (“Your Name Engraved Herein”), on Spotify. As a long-time fan of Chinese music, I’ve always admired its ability to convey profound emotions through heart-rending lyrics and haunting melodies. And this song is no exception. A year has passed, but the song remains on ...
In The Toast series today, we pay homage to recently passed Gena Rowlands, the Oscar-winning actress and star of romance blockbuster The Notebook (2004) and take a close look at the beloved role that made her a romance movie icon. In the opening scene of The Notebook (2004), Allie stands gazing wistfully out the window ...
How does Alien: Romulus hold up? Is it a worthy sequel? Or is it another franchise retread? Let’s dive into the latest film in the Alien saga. A Space Colony Horror The movie takes place after the events of the original 1979 film. A space colony is home to some young colonists seeking to ...
1984 was a fantastic year for movies. Ghostbusters and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom dominated the box office. Amadeus won eight Oscars, including Best Picture. Favorites such as The Terminator and The Karate Kid thrilled and touched audiences. Indeed, it’s difficult to believe that all of these classic films are celebrating their 40th ...
Who is Joaquin Phoenix beyond his iconic roles? What drives an actor so deep into his characters that he blurs the line between reality and fiction? A mysterious figure on and off screen, Phoenix is an actor as complex as his characters. But why’s that? WATCH: Who is Joaquin Phoenix, really? Phoenix was born in ...
The sci-fi genre has always been about expanding ideas. Fritz Lang’s 1927 Metropolis was groundbreaking for its time. Stanley Kubrick continued that tradition with 1968’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. Like Metropolis, Odyssey was another landmark of sci-fi. The film had it all. From deeper thoughts of existence to eye-popping visual effects. Kubrick, along with sci-fi ...
From Inception (2010) to The Revenant (2015), here’s ranking the best Leonardo DiCaprio movies. Leonardo’s first gig as an actor was in a TV show called The New Lassie. He was all 15. Born November 11, 1974 in Los Angeles, California, his father was a comic book artist and mother, a legal secretary. Though DiCaprio’s ...
In today’s The Toast series, we pay tribute to recently passed Donald Sutherland, an Oscar-winning acting great who lit up the 1970s New Hollywood screen, and whose prolific career continued until present-day. From M.A.S.H. to The Hunger Games, Donald Sutherland was a Hollywood icon who will be deeply missed! Sitting alone at a dark dining ...
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