Film
Meet Hollywood’s Most Recognizable Background Actor
Jesse Heiman, who appears in “Spider-Man,” “Catch Me If You Can,” and “How I Met Your Mother,” is at once an unknown celebrity and a popular extra.
Director Emma Seligman on the Five Films That Influenced ‘Shiva Baby’
Seligman walks us through the inspirations behind her debut feature, described as "'Uncut Gems' for bisexual women with liberal arts degrees".
Hollywood's Most Iconic Designer Breaks Down His Favourite Title Cards
From 'Star Wars' to 'The Exorcist' Dan Perri has created some of the most recognisable title cards of all time. Here, he talks about his life in film.
'Fast & Furious' Is the Only Good Hollywood Franchise
In praise of a big screen blockbuster that is everything it is supposed to be – no more, no less.
What It Costs to Be a Woman: Billie Piper On Her Directorial Debut
We spoke to the actor and writer about her directorial debut, 'Rare Beasts'.
A Cultural Evolution of 'Shrek', from Blockbuster Hit to Historic Meme
On the 20th anniversary of the original film, mega-fans, academics and 'Shreksperts' weigh in on its even more curious existence online.
How the Golden Globes Wound Up in a Death Spiral
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which administers the awards, is facing a boycott from the film and TV industry’s most powerful players.
Ten Years of ‘Attack the Block’: An Oral History of South London’s Sci-Fi Hit
How a low-budget film set on a council estate became one of the best alien films ever made.
Netflix's ‘Monster’ Is More Than a Thrilling Crime Drama
The film adaptation of Walter Dean Myers’ “Monster” starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. and A$AP Rocky explores how rare it is for Black boys to be afforded second chances.
The Guide to Films About Music, by Musicians
Ahead of their new album, Will Oldham and Matt Sweeney take us on a cinematic journey from Mississippi blues to LA hardcore to 'Dirty Dancing 2'.
His Film Was Taken Down in China. Now He Makes Queer Erotica in Berlin.
Director Fan Popo shares how he breaks stereotypes about Asian sexuality and why he thinks “our future is porn.”
The Oscars This Year Were Actually Kind of Good
With Glenn Close dancing to 'Da Butt' and Yuh-Jung Youn's snarky acceptance speech, the Academy Awards were a fitting celebration for a pandemic year.