J.K. Rowling gifted readers with the “Harry Potter” book series, and the same feelings of wonder and excitement were translated on the big screen for audiences to enjoy. While 2016’s …
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Critic Stephen Whitty Inspires Writers of the Future with Very Current ‘Network’
by Alex Centenoby Alex CentenoThe Film Institute at Montclair State University hosted a screening for Sydney Lumet’s film, “Network,” bringing acclaimed film critic Stephen Whitty to give a guest lecture about the film’s production. …
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In the midst of the ’80s nostalgic train Hollywood seems to have brought us on, there has been a slew of great throwbacks to yesteryear. Starting with the likes of …
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‘Halloween’ is a Killer Treat Filled with Familiar Tricks
by Sharif Hasanby Sharif HasanForty years since his original debut, Michael Myers still manages to terrify both audiences and his favorite victim, Laurie Strode. Despite that there are almost a dozen sequels, spinoffs and …
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Tony Gilroy Inspires Montclair with ‘Bourne,’ ‘Star Wars’ and his Advice for Future Writers
The Film Institute at Montclair State was thrilled to host Academy Award-nominated writer and director Tony Gilroy on Monday night, Oct.15. The School of Communication and Media Presentation Hall was …
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New York Comic Con Avenges Geek Culture
by Alex Centenoby Alex CentenoNew York Comic Con is one of the biggest events in pop culture. It took place this year from Oct. 4 to Oct. 7 at the Javits Center in Manhattan, …
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After years of reboots with different actors and new characters, Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios sealed a deal that would welcome Spider-Man into the Marvel cinematic universe and mostly free …
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Screenwriter Tony Gilroy from ‘Rogue One’ and ‘The Bourne Identity’ to Come to Montclair State
What do George Clooney, Charlize Theron, Riz Ahmed and Edward Norton have in common? They have all worked on films written by Academy Award-nominated screenwriter and director Tony Gilroy. Reel …