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Reel Talk 4.23.13
Kevin Bahr asks: “In your opinion, what makes a film a ‘classic’? Does it have to be a certain age, and does it have to appeal to a particular group of people? Or is it something that can change depending … Continue reading
Reel Talk 4.15.13
Steven Gamble asks: “Popular American cinema has recently been going through a common phase of ‘the remake,’ and with the advancement in digital technology, the remake allows audiences to experience their favorite stories with very different aesthetics. In your opinion, … Continue reading
Reel Talk 4.8.13
Rebecca L. Rathier asks: Do you rely on film reviews before going to see a movie? Why or why not? If a reviewer gives a bad review or a friend says a movie you wanted to see was bad, will … Continue reading
Reel Talk 4.1.13: Debut of New Online Column
Starting today, Film Matters will feature a new, regular online column, designed to foster interesting conversations about various film topics: Reel Talk. We have spring editorial board member Laura Casteel to thank for this great idea (and the column name)! … Continue reading
Film Bytes 4.3
For our next Film Bytes column in issue 4.3 (2013), our editorial board has selected Leos Carax’s Holy Motors (2012). Film Bytes is a perfect opportunity to contribute to Film Matters in a meaningful yet casual way — particularly if you … Continue reading
Announcing Open Call for Papers 5.1 (2014)
Film Matters is pleased to announce our next open call, 5.1 (2014) — the deadline for which is September 1, 2013. For more information, please download the official document (in Word): FM call 5.1 Submissions and questions should be directed … Continue reading
Announcing Guest-Edited FM 3.3!
Film Matters is pleased to officially announce the release of issue 3.3 — guest edited by John C. Tibbetts, T. L. Reid, and their students at the University of Kansas — in which you will find the following feature articles: Subtexters: … Continue reading
Pumping Iron (1977). Reviewed by Sam Archer
This 1977 bodybuilding documentary features future stars Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno, and a host of (lesser known) but just as competitive competitors. We follow them as they train, train and train some more, all in order to be ready … Continue reading
In Time for the FM Relaunch, FM 3.2 Now Out!
Just in time for the Film Matters relaunch happening at UNCW tonight, February 5th (http://www.uncw.edu/articles/2013/01/filmstudiesintellect/), we’re pleased to officially announce the release of issue 3.2, in which you will find the following peer-reviewed feature articles: Pictures are Worth … Like … Continue reading
Sleep in Cinema. By Levi Vasquez
“What was that dream from last night?” Such is the typical question brought on by the new morning consciousness. Whether it be in search of meaning or sheer remembrance, this question proves the mystifying and often inexplicable nature of dreams. … Continue reading