Tag: cinema history
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Costa Botes: Remembering a Pioneering Documentary Maker and Mockumentary Trailblazer
Celebrated filmmaker Costa Botes passes away after a battle with cancer Costa Botes, a prolific documentary and film-maker whose career helped shape modern New Zealand cinema, has died after fighting cancer for nearly a decade. Best known for his role in creating the celebrated mockumentary Forgotten Silver, Botes’s work blended wit, investigative rigor, and a…
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Tivoli Drive-In Closes in Chuwar Amid Rising Costs and Dropping Attendance
Historic Closure of a Southeast Queensland Icon The Tivoli Drive-In, one of the last surviving drive-in theatres in Southeast Queensland, has announced its permanent closure. Located in the Ipswich suburb of Chuwar, the iconic venue first opened its doors in 1976 and became a familiar sight for generations of movie-goers who enjoyed the unique experience…
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16 Going on 60: How Well Has The Sound of Music Aged?
Introduction: A timeless classic with a modern debate The Sound of Music, released in 1965, remains one of cinema’s most beloved musical adventures. Its blend of bright songs, bustling family life, and a poised performance by Julie Andrews has helped it endure across generations. Yet as viewers revisit the film amid changing attitudes toward history,…
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16 going on 60: How well has The Sound of Music aged?
Revisiting a Classics Favorite Since its 1965 release, The Sound of Music has remained a touchstone of classic cinema, delighting generations with its songs, memory-laced melodies, and a story of escape, family, and resilience. But as audiences shift toward more diverse storytelling and different cultural sensibilities, the question arises: how well does this beloved musical…
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Can Tom Cruise Win Two Oscars in 16 Months? A Close Look at the Odds and Implications
Introduction: A remarkable calendar for Tom Cruise Tom Cruise has long been a central figure in modern cinema, known for high-octane blockbusters and a relentless work ethic that keeps him in the public eye. In November 2025, Cruise received an Honorary Oscar at the Governors’ Awards, a nod to his lifetime dedication to film. The…
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Bridget Jones Joins London’s Film Icons in Leicester Square with New Statue
Bridget Jones Monument Lands in London’s Leicester Square London has added another star to its open-air hall of fame. A new bronze statue of Bridget Jones, the beloved heroine of Helen Fielding’s novel-turned-film franchise, was unveiled in Leicester Square on Monday. The unveiling commemorates 25 years since the release of the first film, tying the…
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Temuera Morrison pays heartfelt tribute to Lee Tamahori, ‘probably our best director’
Tribute from a lifelong collaborator In the wake of Lee Tamahori’s passing at the age of 75, actors and collaborators have shared stories of a filmmaker who shaped careers and left an indelible mark on New Zealand cinema. Temuera Morrison, a close friend and star who found his breakout through Tamahori’s direction, publicly honored the…
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The Silent-Film World on Joe’s Doorstep: A Vanishing Instrument We’re Losing
Introduction: A Quiet Repository of Cinema History Hidden in plain sight on a quiet street in La Crescenta-Montrose, a house owned by Joe Rinaudo quietly preserves a piece of cinema history that many film buffs may not even know exists. What looks like an ordinary residence hides a 20-seat silent movie theater and a semi-complete…
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This Silent-Film-Era Instrument Is Disappearing. Not on Joe’s Watch
Preserving a living link to silent cinema When you stroll past Joe Rinaudo’s residence in La Crescenta-Montrose, you likely sense only a quiet, well-kept home. Yet behind the door lies a pulse of cinema history: a 20-seat silent movie theater, a semi-complete organ, and a tiny museum that keeps the era alive for a devoted…
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Woody Allen’s poignant tribute: remembering Diane Keaton, his enduring muse
A heartfelt tribute from a long-time collaborator In a deeply personal essay published by The Free Press, Woody Allen, at 89, pays tribute to the late actress Diane Keaton, who died at 79. The piece revisits a career-long collaboration that began in 1969 during rehearsals for Play It Again, Sam, blossomed into a five-year romance,…