FOLLOWING FILMS

In Hollywood Blackout , author and media commentator Ben Arogundade delivers a compelling, well-researched exposé of the film industry's long and troubled history with race, gender, and representation — specifically through the lens of the Academy Awards. Arogundade traces a throughline from the earliest days of the Oscars to the more recent #OscarsSoWhite controversies, unpacking the institutional biases and cultural dynamics that have kept marginalized voices in the shadows of Hollywood's brightest lights. The book is equal parts cultural criticism and historical documentation. Arogundade doesn’t just call out disparities — he contextualizes them. He walks the reader through 100 years of cinema, highlighting watershed moments where representation faltered or, occasionally, broke through. From Hattie McDaniel’s historic win in 1940 to the delayed recognition of talents like Spike Lee and Viola Davis, the narrative builds a sobering picture of how slowly — and often reluctantl...

Today, we’re diving into LAST BREATH — the sleeper hit that no one saw coming. Directed by Alex Parkinson, this gripping thriller tells the true story of a commercial diver who becomes trapped 100 meters below the surface of the North Sea with only five minutes of oxygen — and no chance of immediate rescue. It’s a harrowing, edge-of-your-seat survival story that’s as emotional as it is intense. With masterful direction, stunning underwater cinematography, and a narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish, Last Breath quickly built momentum through word of mouth and has become one of the most talked-about films of the year. I had the chance to sit down with Alex Parkinson to talk about how he brought this incredible true story to life, the technical challenges of filming under extreme conditions, and what it was like turning real-life events into cinematic suspense. LAST BREATH  is currently available on VOD

THE AMATEUR , the latest addition to 20th Century Studios’ slate of thrillers, is an unflinching, globe-trotting ride of vengeance, loss, and redemption—anchored by a riveting performance from Rami Malek. Directed with clinical precision by James Hawes and adapted from Robert Littell’s novel by screenwriters Ken Nolan and Gary Spinelli, this espionage thriller smartly straddles the line between cerebral spy drama and pulse-pounding action. Malek plays Charlie Heller, a brilliant but socially withdrawn CIA decoder working in the shadowy corners of Langley—quite literally, as his office is buried in the agency’s basement. Living a life of quiet purpose, Charlie is no field agent—he’s the kind of man whose superpower is linguistic logic and algorithmic fluency. But everything changes when his wife is killed in a terrorist bombing in London, a gut-wrenching sequence that hits like a sucker punch in the film’s opening act. The tragedy pushes Charlie out of his intellectual shell and into a ...

It wasn’t made for me. Let’s get that out of the way right from the start. A Minecraft Movie is unapologetically, unmistakably a film for the fans — for the generation that grew up mining diamonds, avoiding creepers, and building infinite worlds one block at a time. But despite it not being aimed at me, this movie did something extraordinary. It reminded me why I fell in love with the magic of cinema in the first place. Let me paint the picture: I wasn’t expecting much more than an overly branded, mildly chaotic, attention-span-challenged adventure. I thought I’d check my watch every 20 minutes, mentally calculating how much popcorn we had left and wondering if the sugar crash from my 9-year-old afterward would be survivable. But when the lights dimmed, something happened. Not just on the screen — but in the seat next to me. My son’s eyes lit up with a kind of wonder that can’t be faked. He leaned forward, completely entranced. He laughed out loud. He clutched my arm during the scary p...

Sphere Entertainment Co. has announced two ambitious additions to its immersive content lineup: The Wizard of Oz at Sphere and From The Edge . Both projects are currently in production at Sphere Studios and will be featured as part of The Sphere Experience—the company’s signature series of original, large-scale immersive experiences designed specifically for the groundbreaking Sphere venue in Las Vegas. Executive Chairman and CEO Jim Dolan emphasized the company's commitment to redefining storytelling through immersive media:  “Our goal for The Sphere Experience is a diverse slate that leverages Sphere’s power as an experiential medium. The Wizard of Oz at Sphere and From The Edge will push that vision forward in different ways.” The Wizard of Oz at Sphere – A Technological Reimagining of a Timeless Classic Set to open on August 28, 2025, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere will bring the beloved 1939 film to life like never before. In collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, Google,...

  Today, we’re diving into the sonic world of Invincible—Amazon’s hit adult animated superhero series that’s equal parts heartfelt and harrowing. If you’ve been following the journey of 17-year-old Mark Grayson as he discovers his powers and unravels the dark truth about his father, Omni-Man, then you already know this show pulls no punches—visually or sonically. Joining me is Brad Meyer, MPSE, a Golden Reel-winning and Emmy-nominated Supervising Sound Editor whose work has helped define the visceral, emotional landscape of Invincible. Brad brings over a decade of experience in post-production audio and has lent his talents to projects across Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Nickelodeon, and more. From creepy horror flicks to energetic animated adventures, Brad’s sound design isn’t just about effects—it’s about storytelling. In this episode, we’ll talk about how sound shapes the world of Invincible, what it takes to balance superhero spectacle with grounded emotional beats, and why audio is one...

The announcement that David Fincher will direct a sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood has sent waves of excitement through the film industry. The project, set to be developed under Fincher’s first-look deal with Netflix, brings together two of the most distinctive filmmakers of our time. With Tarantino writing the screenplay and Brad Pitt reprising his role as Cliff Booth, this sequel is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated releases in recent memory. Fincher stepping into the world created by Tarantino is an intriguing development. The original Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was a homage to 1960s Hollywood, blending historical events with Tarantino’s signature storytelling style. The film earned multiple awards, including an Oscar for Pitt’s portrayal of Booth. With Fincher now leading the sequel, the film is likely to take on a fresh aesthetic and thematic approach, possibly embracing a darker, more psychological angle that aligns with Fincher’s body o...