Toni's Film Club Season 3, Episode 4: I Watched EVERY Movie You Told Me To

In Defence of Bad Movies

7 min

The Beginner’s Guide to Silent Films

Never seen a silent film? Don't know where to start? No problem!

5 min

Why Studios "Leak" Their Own Movies

There is something unusual happening in the film industry today that would be pretty much unthinkable not too long ago. It's the phenomenon of Hollywood studios "leaking" their own movies and tv shows on social media for free.

5 min

Why ”Airplane!” is STILL the Best Comedy Ever Made

Analysing "Airplane!" and the comedy principles behind it.

9 min

Can You Trust Film Reviews?

As long as there've been movies, there have also been people talking about them. But ever since that talk became a factor of the box office performance, the studios have been doing everything in their power to sway those opinions in their favour. Let's examine.

8 min

I Spent a Day as a Netflix Extra

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a background actor on a major movie or TV show? This is my experience as an extra for a day.

8 min

Joker: Folie à Deux Review

The sequel to the highly successful “Joker” (2019) is finally here. But is it any good? Was it necessary? Why is it a musical? Let’s discuss.

Why Is This $75,000,000 Movie Shot on iPhone?

Cillian Murphy's upcoming film "28 Years Later" was filmed on an iPhone, as seen from a behind the scenes photo acquired by Wired.

6 min

How “True Story” Movies Lie to You

Based on a true story - four simple words that seem to add a sense of legitimacy to any film. We see them in the opening credits, on movie posters, in trailers and commercials. But considering there is no real obligation for any level of accuracy, the line between facts and fiction can often get blurry.

7 min

I Went to a Star Wars Movie Marathon

The original "Star Wars" trilogy is such a massive cultural phenomenon that it somehow feels like I’ve seen it already—even though I haven’t. I finally decided to fix that unforgivable film buff mistake, and what better way to do it than by binge-watching all three movies on the biggest screen possible?

8 min

Why Movies Are Changed Around the World

Film localization is one of the most subtle yet fascinating ways studios ensure a movie feels relatable no matter where you are. It happens far more often than you might realize and unfortunately not always for the better.

8 min