Controversial Cuties: Should we #CancelNetflix?
Cuties, the film recently released by Netflix, is rather controversial. We follow an Islamic immigrant girl who now lives in France. In an attempt to break away from her identity, she watches sexually suggestive video content. Eventually, she and four other girls...
The Problem With Diversity In Film And Literature
In 2024, films aiming for a ‘Best Picture’ nomination at the Academy Awards must fulfill diversity requirements. These requirements apply to both cast and crew. You can see the ‘diversity standards’ from BNO News below: NEW: Film academy says...
How Science Fiction Comes True
From the neon-skyline of Blade Runner to the hellscape of Brazil, science fiction depicts worlds similar to us, but different in many ways. When October, 2019 loomed, we didn’t have floating cars or replicant technology. Although Los Angeles, the Californian...
Are Movie Fans ‘Entitled’? The Division Between Critics And Fans
‘It will be an interesting experience making a movie where no matter what choices are made there will be some who passionately hate you,’ David Sandberg commented on in 2017. The director of the hit Shazam ended up realising a crowd-pleasing film that is a highlight...
What Writers Can Learn From Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire (Film)
A few days ago, I rewatched Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire. As the fourth instalment in the blockbuster Harry Potter franchise, there are dragons, wizarding cups, and the return of a dark wizard. Although the film is not perfect (for one, the subplots require...Welcome To Snowy Fictions
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