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Ethan Whitaker

Ethan, a film studies graduate from UCLA, brings his in-depth knowledge of cinematography and storytelling techniques to his film reviews. Born and raised in Seattle, his passion for independent cinema was sparked during his time volunteering at a local film festival.

Invasion VFX Supervisor Erik Henry On Season 2 & Surprises In Store

Invasion VFX Supervisor Erik Henry On Season 2 & Surprises In Store

Summary Invasion season 2 of Apple TV+ brings a new level of scale and visual effects to the storyline of alien invasion. Erik Henry, the VFX supervisor, collaborated closely with show creator Simon Kinberg to create a well-thought-out and intelligently designed alien world and

September 16, 2023
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IATSE and Studios Near Basic Agreement Deal, Sticking Points Remain

IATSE and Studios Near Basic Agreement Deal, Sticking Points Remain

EXCLUSIVE: Negotiations between IATSE and the AMPTP are expected to go late

May 17, 2024
Industry Entertainment Co-Founder Keith Addis and Longtime Colleague Michael Abrams Unveil Constellation Media Group

Industry Entertainment Co-Founder Keith Addis and Longtime Colleague Michael Abrams Unveil Constellation Media Group

EXCLUSIVE: Industry Entertainment co-founder Keith Addis is set to launch a new

September 8, 2023
Dark Winds EP & Director Chris Eyre On The Journey Beyond Season 2

Dark Winds EP & Director Chris Eyre On The Journey Beyond Season 2

Summary Season 2 of Dark Winds has wrapped up, providing answers to

September 4, 2023
Publicists Demand SAG-AFTRA to Ease Promotion Rules as Guild Battles Studios

Publicists Demand SAG-AFTRA to Ease Promotion Rules as Guild Battles Studios

Updated with SAG-AFTRA statement...While publicists are for the most part disinclined to

August 29, 2023
‘Cobweb’ Review: Stellar Acting, Eerie Atmosphere, and a Shocking Twist

‘Cobweb’ Review: Stellar Acting, Eerie Atmosphere, and a Shocking Twist

In the vast realm of horror films, Cobweb emerges as a new addition inviting audiences into a world where appearances deceive and

August 24, 2023
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Michael Mann’s ‘Ferrari’ Secures Neon Distribution Deal, Set for Christmas Day Release in Venice

Michael Mann’s ‘Ferrari’ Secures Neon Distribution Deal, Set for Christmas Day Release in Venice

EXCLUSIVE, UPDATED with more details, confirmation from Neon: Neon has acquired distribution rights to Ferrari, the Michael Mann-directed epic film starring Adam

August 24, 2023
Reviews
Takashi Tokita Interview: Brazil’s BIG Festival

Takashi Tokita Interview Reveals Insights on Brazil’s BIG Festival

Quick Links Manga, Anime, Voice Acting...Then Games? Takashi Tokita exudes an energetic demeanor in person, clad in his Live A Live shirt

August 24, 2023
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Insidious: The Red Door Stars Ty Simpkins & Sinclair Daniel On Working With Patrick Wilson

Insidious: The Red Door Cast Ty Simpkins & Sinclair Daniel Share Experience Collaborating with Patrick Wilson

Insidious: The Red Door picks up ten years after Insidious: Chapter 2. A now-grown Dalton Lambert is on his way to a

August 24, 2023
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Star-Lord and Co. Continue Their Adventures Without Any Burnout

‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’ Review: Star-Lord and Co. Continue Their Adventures Without Any Burnout

There’s a sense of an ending in part three of the Guardians trilogy, but not in the sense of the franchise actually,

August 24, 2023
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‘Jeanne Du Barry’ Review: Johnny Depp Takes Center Stage in Family-Friendly Retelling of Infamous Historical Story

‘Jeanne Du Barry’ Review: Johnny Depp Takes Center Stage in Family-Friendly Retelling of Infamous Historical Story

“The impertinence!” scream the courtiers of Louis XV when his newly recruited mistress, Countess Jeanne du Barry, has the audacity to look

August 24, 2023
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‘Occupied City’ Review: Steve McQueen’s Cannes Documentary on Nazi Occupation of Amsterdam Joins Ranks of Remarkable WWII Films

‘Occupied City’ Review: Steve McQueen’s Cannes Documentary on Nazi Occupation of Amsterdam Joins Ranks of Remarkable WWII Films

In cinematic form, how do you tell history without archive footage? Occupied City shows how it can be done, and to what

August 24, 2023
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‘Just For Us’ Broadway Review: Alex Edelman Takes on Bigots with Comic Brilliance and Triumphs

‘Just For Us’ Broadway Review: Alex Edelman Takes on Bigots with Comic Brilliance and Triumphs

Alex Edelman has built quite the reputation over the last few years, with sold-out comedy shows and knock-’em-dead late-night performances, honing material

August 24, 2023
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Somewhere In Queens Star Ray Romano Reflects On His Directorial Debut

Ray Romano Reflects on Directorial Debut in Queens

Somewhere in Queens originally had its theatrical release in April 2023 and is now available to watch on Digital and On Demand.

August 24, 2023
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John Hoberg & Kat Likkel Interview: Elemental

John Hoberg and Kat Likkel Interview: Elemental

Elemental stars with the four elements of water, air, earth, and fire co-existing peacefully in Element City. However, they live relatively separate

August 24, 2023
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