Inspiration and motivation can be a precious substance in the art world, especially with commercial pressure stopping creatives from fully exploring the ideas they want. It has paradoxically been a point of inspiration itself. With some creating art about the pressures of not creating art. … Continue reading Xanadu (1980)
Adaptions are not that challenging when you think about them. You take the original, mix it up a bit, and just like magic, a new product for a new audience. Some might consider this unimaginative, but even the process of adapting could be mined for … Continue reading Bewitched (2005)
The proliferation of synthesised music gave the 1980s its sound, and neon colours captured on fuzzy V.H.S. cassettes gave the decade its look. The universal rise of home video means that blockbusters of the time are still watched, and religiously quoted decades after their initial … Continue reading Valley Girl (2020)
The previous attempts to reignite the Charlie’s Angels franchise were not as sustainable and even the relative stability of network T.V. could not help the Angels find a permanent home. But with an increasing demand for women-led action, there was only so long that three … Continue reading Charlie’s Angels (2019)
The millennium was supposed to be apocalyptic, whatever method you prophesied the end of days happening it was there was a good chance it was scheduled right before Y2K, as such, apprehension was high that the upcoming new year would be humanity’s last. In the … Continue reading End of Days (1999)
Humanity’s fascination with the stars, and existential dread about our existence, has provided ample fuel for imaginations the world over for extra-terrestrial life. The discussion over their actual existence has led to resistance, real or imagined. One such example noted for their black suits was … Continue reading Men in Black: International (2019)
Regardless of if you knew it by the acclaimed 80s horror flick or 1930s novel it was based on, you will no doubt be familiar with this concept: Humans trapped in the frozen wilderness with a shapeshifting monstrosity who can mimic them. It is the … Continue reading The Thing (2011)
Britain during the 60s holds this almost mythical status in pop culture, a creative explosion of music, fashion, entertainment and ultimately expression. But this era of free love was not universally accepted, especially amongst the establishment, who, while they ultimately lost the culture war, put … Continue reading The Boat That Rocked (Pirate Radio) (2009)
Jury trials can be mentally intimidating for those involved, asking strangers to condemn or exonerate a person is an emotionally stressful task for 12 people. As such, those who are professionals in preserving, and those breaking the law have certain tactics that help their side … Continue reading Trial by Jury (1994)
The Street Fighter games introduced a mainstream audience to the fighting videogame world, sure they may not be the most aggressive or technically impressive offerings, but they are now recognised the world over, from casual fans to hardcore devotees. From its gameplay to its characters, … Continue reading Street Fighter (1994)
