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Comic to Kino Issue #1: Tony Stark and Disney’s Path to Monopolisation

By: Joel Whitaker 22nd Jul 202222nd Jul 2022

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“We should not question his motives, he is a superhero, they save the day— end of discussion.” In the first instalment of his column, Joel Whitaker explores the connection between an iconic character and a global media conglomerate.

Pride 2022 – Flip Screen’s Recent LGBTQ+ Media Faves

From under-the-radar comedies to emotionally stirring period dramas, and everything in between, here’s what some of the Flip Screen team had to say about the recent shows and films with LGBTQ+ themes and characters that resonated with them.

The Death Of The Adventure Movie

By: Ceridwen Millington 27th Jun 202227th Jun 2022

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Adventure movies have provided some of cinema’s most iconic stories, but they’ve also been on a decline decades in the making

Andrew Garfield as Jonathan Larson in 'Tick, Tick... BOOM!'. He sits at a piano while singing with a pensive expression on his face, wearing a green t-shirt. Words and a music score can be seen in the background behind him.

Reflections from the Year of the Movie Musical

By: henrychandonnet 23rd Jun 202223rd Jun 2022

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“What makes a good movie musical? If 2021 taught us anything, it’s that the musical form isn’t enough — it’s about the artistry involved.”

A still of Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark in 'Iron Man 3'. He sits next to an Iron Man suit on a couch in a cramped space.

Does ‘Iron Man 3’ (2013) Hate Me?

By: Javier Reyes 3rd Jun 20223rd Jun 2022

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An investigation into one of Marvel’s most bizzare movies and its conspiracy against the superhero fandom at large.

‘Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones’ (2002) Has More Force 20 Years Later

By: Ceridwen Millington 23rd May 202223rd May 2022

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One of Star Wars’ most divisive instalments has reached 20 years, and its best aspects stands out more than ever

Three different cinematic iterations of the character Spider-Man are shown in panel format, all in costume and assuming various superhero poses.

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (2021) and ‘Scream’ (2022): Fan Service That Matters

By: rebeccamccafferty12 5th Mar 20225th Mar 2022

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Fan service could have been the detriment of both ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (2021) and ‘Scream’ (2022) but ends up being an advantage.

Bringing Back the Erotic Thriller

A genre long considered passé is coming back into the limelight. Streaming is the final destination for the erotic thriller. As a genre no longer popular with theatergoers, or so studios think, erotic thrillers have had to latch onto other means of distribution. Since about the late 00’s, thrillers in general have fallen out of…

Pierce Brosnan Provides The Ultimate Bond Marathon (And Not Just For Christmas)

By: Ceridwen Millington 24th Dec 202130th Dec 2021

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“Even people who find that the films push their buttons will probably find them an enjoyable hate-watch, so committed are they to their particular brand of non-stop entertainment.”

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Future Cult Classics Born in 2021

By: notmckinzie 10th Dec 202110th Dec 2021

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“What I can see is the cult cinema of tomorrow: the films that genre freaks and film school contrarians will use to enhance their Letterboxd favorites with the aura of obscure good taste.”