Blake Harrison

The Vashon Film Institute, a non-profit committed to promoting independent film in the Pacific Northwest, has unveiled the lineup for the fourth annual Vashon Island Film Festival. Scheduled for August 7-10, the festival will showcase nine feature films and 15 short films at the Vashon Theatre. The festival will kick off with “The Balconettes,” which … Read more

CAUTION: SPOILERS AHEAD: This article contains significant spoilers about the plot and conclusion of “Superman,” currently showing in cinemas. At the height of “Superman”—the inaugural movie from DC Studios marking the beginning of the revamped DC Universe—the metropolis of Metropolis finds itself torn asunder. The villainous Lex Luthor (portrayed by Nicholas Hoult) unleashes a cross-dimensional … Read more

A U.S. federal court has issued a temporary injunction preventing the Trump administration from performing widespread immigration raids in Los Angeles, where detentions were based on characteristics such as race, ethnicity, and language. The temporary restraining order was approved by U.S. District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong following a petition by several recently detained individuals and … Read more

Catalan director Pere Vilà Barceló discusses the theme of rape in his film “When a River Becomes the Sea,” but deliberately avoids depicting it on screen. “The narrative is centered around the trauma and the healing process, which is a lengthy and intricate path. Many women have shared their experiences with us, focusing more on … Read more

Will Reeve was traveling from New York City to Cleveland to shoot his cameo in James Gunn’s “Superman” when he humorously suggested that his late father, Christopher Reeve—who famously portrayed Superman on the big screen—might have given him a heavenly nod. “My flight was slightly delayed, so make of that what you will,” Reeve joked … Read more

Warner Bros. and DC Studios’ “Superman” has soared to impressive heights, racking up $56.5 million from Friday and preview showings in 4,135 theaters. This ranks as the second highest debut of the year, slightly trailing behind “A Minecraft Movie” at $57.11 million and surpassing “Lilo & Stitch” which brought in $55.94 million. Significantly, “Superman” also … Read more

Beth Mickle, the production designer for the “Superman” film, dedicated half a year to conceptualizing the design for Superman’s iconic abode, the Fortress of Solitude, with an additional four months spent on constructing the actual set. Director James Gunn opted for a tangible set for the superhero’s hideaway rather than relying on computer-generated imagery or … Read more

At the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, Miro Remo’s captivating blend of documentary and fiction, “Better Go Mad in the Wild,” clinched the prestigious Grand Prix on Saturday. The award came with a $25,000 prize, to be shared between the director and the producers. The film, which tracks the lives of reclusive twins František and Ondřej … Read more

Slovak filmmaker Miro Remo’s latest film, “Better Go Mad in the Wild,” which clinched the top prize at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, defies simple categorization, blending elements of drama, fairy tale, and documentary. Remo himself is unconcerned with labeling the film, focusing instead on its authentic portrayal of its subjects’ lives. The narrative centers … Read more

WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD: This interview reveals details about “Superman,” currently showing in cinemas. The choice of Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen in the new “Superman” film has been met with widespread approval among fans. At 28 years old, Gisondo, recognized for roles in “The Righteous Gemstones,” “Licorice Pizza,” and “Vacation,” portrays the spirited, red-haired reporter … Read more