Do Box-Office Boycotts Work?
Critics are speculating that allegations against Johnny Depp are hurting Alice Through the Looking Glass’ bottom line — but the ethics of box-office attendance are more complicated than star power.
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More Than Just a Love Letter to Journalism
Tom McCarthy’s acclaimed new film, Spotlight, has a lot to teach us about putting more resources toward long-term research, both inside and outside of the newsroom.
Why ‘Star Wars’ Won’t Win the Best Picture Oscar
We use different criteria to decide which creative products we like, and which we find worthy of recognition.
A Comparative Analysis of America’s Seven Most Electable Fictional Presidents
Tired of these petty, increasingly irrelevant real-life candidates? Here is a deep and methodical analysis of our fictional presidents, and whether America deserves them.
Why Pixar’s New Short Is a Big Deal
"For any immigrant culture, it's so important to see yourself represented in books and movies and music."
Film Directors Aren’t So Different From Scientists
In his latest film, director Michael Almereyda draws comparisons between Stanley Milgram and cinematic auteurs. There's some research to back this analogy.
Are Right-Wingers Raised on Rambo?
New research suggests our youthful entertainment choices help shape our political ideology.
A Conversation About the Surprisingly Serious Role of Medical Clowns
Filmmaker Sasha Kapustina is capturing this unique profession as it becomes an integral part to hospitals in Jerusalem.