Film & TV
Why Movies Have Sucked Lately
An investigation into the Hollywood formula that is generating boring, repetitive films—and what you can do to restore your faith in cinema.
MAD MEN RECAP: "The Collaborators"
This week, "Mad Men" turned from its tone of death and despair back to one of adulterous mishaps and discontent, yet still subtly reminded us of the past.
GAME OF THRONES RECAP: "Walk of Punishment"
For a show so wittily chatty, this episode decides to explore moments when a thought is best expressed by saying nothing. This week was all about awkward silences, glances and wordless vocal noises.
Trailer of the Week: “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyPnQw_Lqds
The Top Ten Must–See Films of the Summer
The films that absolutely everyone will be talking about... for better or for worse. Even if you're not going to see it in theaters, lead the watercooler conversation at your summer internship with these conversation starters.
GLEE RECAP: "Shooting Star"
Glee took an unexpected turn to a more serious side this week. With all the wild things that happened, it’s fitting to list the Top 4 heart-racing moments of this week's episode.
Review: "Disconnect"
“Disconnect” is an intense, multi–perspective drama whose four star–packed storylines are tethered by loss, emotional detachment and internet crime. The film is an anthology of topical offenses, from cyberbullying to identity theft, offering important information about privacy and internet security without getting overly–educational or preachy.
Artist Profile: Dylan Hansen–Fliedner & Jason Jadick
Name and Year: Dylan Hansen–Fliedner & Jason Jadick, C’14 Majors: English/Creative Writing & Cinema Studies Website: www.lunarcircleproductions.com STREET: How did you each get into filmmaking?
Fling Concert 2.0
No one likes a concert in the rain. Enjoy a floor pass to these concert alternatives from the snuggly comfort of your bed.
Street Does "The Croods" Drunk, High, Sober
Film sent three critics to a screening of Dreamworks' "The Croods" in three very different states of mind.
Trailer of the Week: "The Great Gatsby"
A new trailer for Baz Luhrmann’s adaption of "The Great Gatsby" was just unveiled, and it’s exactly as you’d expect.
SMASH RECAP: "The Surprise Party"
In which Liza Minelli’s fabulous cameo is relegated to Saturday nights.
Guilty Pleasure: "Blue Crush"
Prior to winning a date with Tad Hamilton and charming Superman and… well, I don’t really know what else because Kate Bosworth really hasn’t been in a lot of movies.
Your Cinedelphia Film Festival Itinerary
Philly ‘80s Horror Double Feature April 7, 7 P.M. at PhilaMOCA 531 N 12th St. Philadelphia has always been a hub for so–bad–they’re–good horror B–movies.
Review: "Trance"
There’s no denying that “Trance” is stylish — after all, it is directed by Danny Boyle, of “Slumdog Millionaire” and the London Olympics Opening Ceremony fame.
Interview with Penn Film Festival Winner Julie Adam
College freshman Julie Adam talks about her winning short animation “Minature.”
RuPAUL'S DRAG RACE RECAP: "Drama Queens"
This week’s Drag Race had the queens try their hands at a telenovela and brought one season-long rivalry to a very cold-hearted conclusion.
SMASH RECAP: "The Parents"
Five fierce season one throwbacks in “The Parents” that had us jazz-handsing for joy
