Category: Culture
Let’s Create Our Own – The 100 Best Films of the 21st Century
That pretty much says it all just about. In response to The Guardian’s List, I’ve thrown together a basic form, you can either list them…
Tarantino Culture: Say ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ Again. I Dare You.
The critics missed their Pan Am flights when it came to Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. For example, none of them compared…
Once Upon A Time … in Hollywood & The Art of Driving with the Windows Down
[Contains minor spoilers for Once Upon A Time In Hollywood] Up until recently, I was a firm believer in cranking the A/C when it got…
A Pure Review of Tess (1979) Somewhat Faithfully Presented as an Editorial
A review of possibly the most treasured film of the year – personally speaking – was intended to close the chapter that is 1979 in…
Breaking Down “That” Dora Explorer Review: An Editorial
From time to time we all come across a film review which has us scratching our heads in confusion, as we try to work out…
Religion in Film: Finding Truth in Comedy/The Life of Brian, 1979
This is part of a religion in film series, concerning spirituality in its many forms through the cinematic lens. In this article I will be…
“Actors Who Are Bad at Acting?” Don’t Do That – An Editorial
One of the strengths of a site like Filmotomy is the diversity of its contributors. We all bring something to this site, and in turn,…
#KoreaToo: How the #MeToo Movement is Making an Impact in South Korea
Back in 2017 the #MeToo movement swept across America. Looking back, it’s hard to imagine the impact that the hashtag would have. It went viral…
New Series: Religion in Film
With Easter visiting us last month, I wanted to present a new feature, and it’s a subject that has interested me for quite a while….
Gen Z Comes of Age: What Does Eighth Grade” Tell Us About Generation Z?
Growing up can be a little bit scary and weird. Kayla, Eighth Grade A couple of weeks ago saw the UK release of Bo Burnham’s…
Kickstarter Campaign to Restore Grave of French Film Pioneer Georges Méliès
“Laugh, my friends. Laugh with me, laugh for me, because I dream your dreams.” Georges Méliès I doubt you’ve visited Georges Méliès‘ grave recently, so…
Diving into the Lake: Deconstructing Under the Silver Lake
Author’s note- This article contains major spoilers!!! There are some films which divide audiences upon their release, and Under the Silver Lake is one of…
Exclusive: Clayton Davis of AwardsCircuit forms Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA)
Yes, you read that right. The Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (or LEJA) has formed under President Clayton Davis, the founder and owner of the entertainment website AwardsCircuit. An…
Dear White People… An Editorial
Dear White People: There has been much confusion and strife regarding issues of race; in particular, the use of the n-word. From everyday racist whites…