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in Interviews, TV, TV Interviews, TV ReviewsTV Review: ‘Cross’ S2 is a Dark, Timely Page-Turner Worth the ‘Read’
The only thing better than reading a good book is sharing it. Years ago, I remember starting my first of James Patterson’s Alex Cross novels, “Kiss the Girls”, lent to me by a friend eager to have someone to discuss it with. I devoured it, captivated by Alex Cross’s sharp psychological insights, hooked by the […] More
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Interview: Stellan Skarsgård Discusses His Career and First Oscar Nomination for ‘Sentimental Value’
It feels wild that Stellan Skarsgård has only just now become an Oscar nominee. His career, which really kicked off in the states, acclaim-wise, with his supporting turn in Good Will Hunting, has been full of work that could easily have caught the Academy’s attention. Now, at long last, he’s getting his flowers for a […] More
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Interview: ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Director Geeta Gandbhir on the Impact the Oscar-Nominated Documentary Can Have and Already is Having
The Perfect Neighbor has done a rare thing for a documentary. The doc has become a crossover title, in that it’s not simply an Oscar nominee, but also something that casual Netflix viewers have taken in as well. By becoming that kind of a film, director Geeta Gandbhir has been able to have far more […] More
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Joey’s Home Movies For the Week of February 16th – Celebrate the Music of Neil Diamond with ‘Song Sung Blue’
Welcome back to my Home Movies! Today, we have the musical biopic Song Sung Blue leading the way, as the story of Lightning and Thunder is given the cinematic treatment. That tale of a Neil Diamond tribute group is a lovely option, though this week also features Rental Family, which is also a well-regarded choice. […] More
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Interview: Director Kaouther Ben Hania on Capturing the Immediacy of ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’
In the midst of the Oscar campaign for her documentary Four Daughters and preparing for her next feature, writer-director Kaouther Ben Hania came across the audio of Hind Rajab, a six-year-old trapped in a car under Israeli fire, begging Red Crescent employees to rescue her. After hearing the audio, Ben Hania reached out to Red […] More
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Awards Radar Community: On Presidents’ Day, Let Us Know Your Favorite Fictional President
Folks, today is Presidents’ Day. As we celebrate (or mostly celebrate, with at least one notably large exception) the men (for now, at least…hopefully, though at this point, who knows) who have guided the United States over the years, it’s only natural to think about Presidents from the world of movies and television. So, for […] More
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Sunday Scaries: I Still Think ‘Heart Eyes’ is Destined to Become a Valentine’s Day Classic
The Sunday Scaries are upon us once again! Yes, as the weekend concludes, most of us feel an oncoming sense of anticipatory dread about the week ahead. Anxiety about work manifests itself into a feeling that’s known as the Sunday Scaries. However, we at Awards Radar are here to combat that, by taking back the […] More
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in Op-ed
Cinema in the Age of Infinite Distraction: Why Bold Filmmaking Matters More Than Ever
There was a time when going to the movies felt ceremonial. You checked showtimes in advance, showed up early, and accepted the overpriced popcorn as part of the ritual. The lights dimmed, conversations stopped, and for two hours the outside world politely disappeared. Today, that fragile magic competes with an ecosystem designed to interrupt it. […] More
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Interview: Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol Unpack the Insanity of ‘Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie’
To see Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is to become a part of a wonderful inside joke of sorts. So, getting to talk about the film with the creators of said inside joke is a real treat. Co-writer/co-star and director Matt Johnson, along with co-writer and co-star Jay McCarrol, have taken their web […] More
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What Can You Do for Fun Outside of Film or Television? 7 Simple Ideas to Try Today
What Can You Do for Fun? The question, “What can you do for fun?” pops up in many family chats. From city streets to quiet streams, people crave sights that make them smile. Anyone searching for casino review online articles may browse tips, then visit http://tychebets.gr/kritikes to judge each welcome bonus on offer. In a […] More
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