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The Uncomfortable Justice of Fritz Lang’s ‘M’ (1931)

By: Graeme @ Film Positivity 18th Nov 202015th Nov 2020

By focusing on a central character who commits undeniably irredeemable acts, and the citywide desire to apprehend him, M holds up a mirror to German society of the time.

Loud but Not So Proud

With our identities out and “proud”, LGBTQ+ people instead had our qualities and our stories tainted by their own subtext that still made effort to put us in our place.

NFF REVIEW: ‘British Mix Vol. 1’ Strand

By: Gavin Spoors 16th Nov 202015th Nov 2020

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The Norwich Film Festival British Mix Volume One strand showcases British talent currently working on short film projects.

NFF REVIEW: ‘Sci-Fi and Fantasy Collection’ Strand

By: Gavin Spoors 15th Nov 202015th Nov 2020

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The Norwich Film Festival Sci-Fi and Fantasy Collection showcases short films that explore otherworldly concepts to tell human stories.

This is an initial sketch of Pirate Kate (left) and Jim (right) for Treasure Planet Two. Kate is holding a sword whilst Jim stands with his back to her.

How We Lost ‘Treasure Planet 2’

By: Alex Dewing 13th Nov 202012th Nov 2020

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Bombing at the box office, the film was brushed under the rug by Disney and would instead claim its status as a cult classic amongst fans. So, it’s no real surprise that it’s sequel was called off.

NFF Review: ‘Women In Film’ Strand

By: Emily Maskell 12th Nov 202012th Nov 2020

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Reviews of the short films in Norwich Film Festival’s ‘Women In Film’ strand which shows an array of female-directed shorts.

This image is from 'An American Pickle'. Ben and Herschel (both played by Seth Rogan) sit opposite one another. Herschel (right) raises and a glass and points at Ben.

How Hollywood’s Biggest Slackers Fell Out of Time: ‘Palm Springs’ (2020) and ‘An American Pickle’ (2020)

By: Guy M. Dolbey 10th Nov 202010th Nov 2020

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In a Hollywood much less interested in the traditional blockbuster comedy, this past year saw the release of both An American Pickle and Palm Springs, two far smaller and more personal star vehicles for Seth Rogen and Andy Samberg respectively. In their own way, both of these films revolve around the idea of their star…

This image is from 'The Mummy' (1999). Rick, Evelyn and Jonathan stand side by side. They're all looking at something in front of them.

If Universal Want to Resurrect Their Classic Monsters, They Need to Look to the Past: Re-Evaluating ‘The Mummy’ (1999)

By: Murray Ferguson 9th Nov 20209th Nov 2020

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While generally dismissed upon release, the Brendan Fraser-led adventure has remained popular, recently celebrating its 20th anniversary. Re-watching The Mummy reveals the ingredients for a successful reboot that is utterly charming.