In today’s guest post, Craig Joseph Pisani shares his thoughts on some of the controversies surrounding the latest Star Wars film, which just hit DVD and Blu-ray. Warning, spoilers ahead!: Last month, I penned an article praising Rogue One: A…
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Take a Comedic Vacation with “Ma and Pa Kettle at Waikiki”
Alo-ha-ha! As you plan your summer vacation, we modestly request that you take a break from sorting out the logistics for your next getaway and check out one of the funniest travelogues ever committed to celluloid — 1955’s Ma and…
Read more →The Patriotic Musical Majesty of “1776”
It may seem a bit on the nose given the fact that today is the 4th of July, but can we think of no better focus for today’s Movie Trailer of the Day post than 1776. This exciting cinematic retelling…
Read more →Musings On Summer Movies
What to watch? It’s the eternal question for movie lovers, and a problem that recently plagued Bill Dunphy, who writes in with today’s guest post: Last night, I was at home in bed around 10:30 pm, and ready to watch,…
Read more →“Dietrich & Von Sternberg In Hollywood” and “Beirut” Lead Off July’s New Releases
July is upon is, and over the next couple of days you will likely be spending some time barbecuing with friends and family. But if the heat gets to me too much for you, head inside and throw on a…
Read more →“Tron” Meets “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” In This Amazing Mash-Up
Star Trek: The Motion Picture is a film that doesn’t deserve its bad reputation. When it hit theaters in 1979, it marked a return from the brink for Gene Roddenberry‘s sci-fi franchise, one that was kept alive through fans who…
Read more →William Friedkin and “The Exorcist”
MovieFanFare welcomes our newest guest blogger, Peter Bell, who shares his thoughts on why The Exorcist is such an enduring classic: “I have my finger on the pulse of America.” These were the words of William Friedkin, Director, upon the…
Read more →Check Out These Cult Favorites Now Available from Vinegar Syndrome
For lovers of cult and psychotronic film, the releases from Vinegar Syndrome are nothing short of a cinematic dream come true. Taking its name from a common type of film deterioration, Vinegar Syndrome is dedicated to preserving and releasing forgotten…
Read more →John Waters’ “Female Trouble” Gets a Divine New Special Edition from the Criterion Collection
John Waters‘ demented cult classic Female Trouble was always a film ahead of its time. Actually, come to think of it, it still is. Nevertheless, it’s time has in fact come as it is the focus of a lavish new…
Read more →Poll: What’s Your Favorite Paul Rudd Performance?
With Paul Rudd back in movie theaters this week with Ant-Man and The Wasp, we want you to pick which of his performances is your favorite. And be sure to share your thoughts on all things Rudd in the comments!…
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