Film

COLUMN: An ode to the movie theater experience

By Joey Sills · Monday, March 10 9:57 a.m.

The communal cinema experience is life-affirming and must endure.

COLUMN: Marvel Studios is a dead end for artistic creativity

By Joey Sills · Sunday, March 9 4:54 p.m.

Movies like “Captain America: Brave New World” are little more than a factory-line product.

COLUMN: What the 2025 Academy Awards results mean for independent films

By Sophie Albert · Sunday, March 9 4:49 p.m.

Big wins for independent films will help usher in a revival of the medium.

COLUMN: 4 standout looks from this year’s Oscars

By Abby Whited · Sunday, March 9 12:16 p.m.

Four actors and actresses who carried this year’s Oscars red carpet fashion.

COLUMN: ‘Nosferatu’ and Radiohead combine at IU Cinema for an enjoyably creepy time

By Halie Jasinover · Thursday, March 6 11:58 a.m.

The Silents Synced film series makes its Bloomington debut.

COLUMN: Four takeaways from the 97th Academy Awards

By Joey Sills · Wednesday, March 5 1:51 p.m.

This year’s Oscars ceremony wasn’t perfect, but it never is.

COLUMN: The silent struggle of animated shorts at the Academy Awards

By Ursula Stickelmaier · Friday, Feb. 28 10:13 a.m.

Animated shorts have an extensive Oscar history, yet few notice them until they win.

COLUMN: The 2025 Oscar nominated live-action shorts are deeply powerful

By Joey Sills · Wednesday, Feb. 26 4:43 p.m.

These projects are unrestrained in their creativity and political messaging.

COLUMN: Celebrating the cultural impact of ‘The Breakfast Club’ on its 40th anniversary

By Sophie Albert · Tuesday, Feb. 25 10:21 a.m.

‘The Breakfast Club’ redefined teen movies, leaving a lasting impact on audiences and filmmakers.

COLUMN: ‘The Monkey’ is a fun, if somewhat cliché, comedy-horror

By Joey Sills · Monday, Feb. 24 7:54 p.m.

Osgood Perkins’ newest project is totally bananas in the best way possible.

COLUMN: Stunning scenery can’t save ‘La Dolce Villa’ from a lackluster story

By Ursula Stickelmaier · Monday, Feb. 24 4:03 p.m.

Netflix’s latest film lacks the chemistry required for even the simplest rom-com.

COLUMN: ‘The Gorge’ is a simple sci-fi movie with a twist of romance

By Sophie Albert · Sunday, Feb. 23 5:48 p.m.

While not mind blowing, “The Gorge” is an easy and enjoyable watch.

COLUMN: Amazon’s ‘My Fault: London’ surpasses the original in every way possible

By Ursula Stickelmaier · Thursday, Feb. 20 9:30 a.m.

The film’s messy but romantic story is sure to draw viewers in.

COLUMN: The five Oscar-nominated short documentaries are original and striking

By Joey Sills · Tuesday, Feb. 18 10:04 a.m.

These five short films are a testament to the social power of the medium.

COLUMN: ‘Paddington in Peru’ is enchanting and full of heart

By Joey Sills · Tuesday, Feb. 18 8:33 a.m.

The newest installment in the Paddington franchise is exceedingly lovely.

COLUMN: ‘Flow’ is a beautiful film that teaches you to go with the flow

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Feb. 17 5:06 p.m.

“Flow” is a sweet and simple film that explores the turbulence of change.

COLUMN: 10 Movies to watch for Black History Month

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Feb. 17 8:28 a.m.

10 films from prominent Black filmmakers to celebrate Black History Month.

COLUMN: Jesse Eisenberg loves Bloomington

By Halie Jasinover · Thursday, Feb. 13 2:43 p.m.

The Oscar nominated actor’s connection to IU goes beyond being a fan.

COLUMN: ‘Heart Eyes’ isn’t quite the deconstructive slasher it wants to be

By Joey Sills · Monday, Feb. 10 7 p.m.

The Valentine’s Day horror film fails to be an effective or experimental satire.

COLUMN: Classic romantic comedies ranked, just in time for Valentine’s Day

By Sophie Albert · Monday, Feb. 10 9:09 a.m.

Eight iconic romcoms ranked, so you know what to watch this holiday.

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