How are “Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell” and “Mamma Mia!” related?
"Mamma Mia!" is based on a lesser-known Italian/American romantic comedy from the late 1960s.
How is “The Kid” autobiographical about Chaplin’s own life?
Charlie Chaplin grew up impoverished. Year later, he lost his first child to illness. "The Kid" is a profile of a very poor man struggling to keep possession of a small boy he has raised…
“X-Files” Executive Producer Glen Morgan on Mulder & Scully Makeouts and Giving Fans What They Want
ScreenPrism interviews The X-Files' executive producer, Glen Morgan.
Is the Elvis Presley musical “King Creole” a film noir?
Elvis’ final film before he enlisted, "King Creole" showcases the dark, rebel image that meshed well with the singer's sexually charged performance style.
Is the theme of revenge or survival more important in “The Revenant”?
Though "The Revenant" is often touted as a revenge tale, the quest for survival remains a constant through line for the duration of the film.
Does “House of Cards” mirror any past US political elections?
While Season 4 shows certain parallels to today's elections, the candidates of the 1948 and 1960 US Presidential elections align most powerfully with "House of Cards" characters.
Is it time to break the stereotypical roles of men and women?
Hey Radhika—I think you’ve made some interesting points about gender in film, and your article is on the right track. Rather than writing generally about gender role reversal in film, I think…
What are the ten best episodes of “Game of Thrones”?
Choosing the best episodes of "Game of Thrones" is nearly impossible. Let's give it a whirl.
What is the best movie made on “Home Movies”?
In almost every episode of "Home Movie," the characters make at least one movie. Of all of the movies the kids are seen making, Starboy and the Captain of Outer Space (“History”…
What is the significance of the title of Bob Nelson’s “The Confirmation”?
In Nelson's film, the theme of confirmation is twofold. It refers to the Christian rite of passage as well as the need to confirm the bond between father and son.
How Does “Girls” Explore the Iconic Kitty Genovese Murder Story in “Hello Kitty”?
"Girls" revives the iconic murder story of Kitty Genovese — the crime that led to the psychological development of the "Bystander Effect." Is Genovese a true symbol of this…
Ask the Director: Patricia Rozema on Apocalypse Movies, Strong Female Leads and “Into the Forest”
ScreenPrism spoke with Patricia Rozema about the apocalypse, complex female characters, and her new movie "Into the Forest," starring Ellen Page and Evan Rachel Wood.