The allegory of the rave: why Mother!’s greatest twist is its ultimate downfall

Where does one begin to talk about Darren Aronofsky’s most recent effort, Mother!? Much like the process of watching the film, that question sparks countless answers. A hybrid in style of one of his earliest efforts — Requiem for a Dream — and his most celebrated one – Black Swan – Mother!, in short, is… Read More The allegory of the rave: why Mother!’s greatest twist is its ultimate downfall

Today in queer cinema: ‘Call Me By Your Name’ and ‘In A Heartbeat’ dazzle

Earlier in the year, and after a now notorious slip, Moonlight walked away with the coveted Best Picture Oscar, making it both the first LGBT movie and the first indie movie to win Oscar gold in the category – a historic win. 2015’s Carol and The Danish Girl were the only other the LGBT-themed movies to have scored more… Read More Today in queer cinema: ‘Call Me By Your Name’ and ‘In A Heartbeat’ dazzle

George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” is a masterclass in direction

Be it movies or series, this year is definitely the year of reboots. And if you haven’t heard of the reboot of George Miller‘s famous Mad Max franchise, then that must be some rock you’re living under. I say that because everyone has been talking about how fantastic this movie is. So, when I finally got the… Read More George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” is a masterclass in direction

George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” is a masterclass in visual action

Be it movies or series, this year is definitely the year of reboots. And if you haven’t heard of the reboot of George Miller‘s famous Mad Max franchise, then that must be some rock you’re living under. I say that because everyone has been talking about how fantastic this movie is. So, when I finally got the… Read More George Miller’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” is a masterclass in visual action