formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
If big names can get films telling fascinating queer stories green-lit, does their own sexuality really matter? In this extract from his new book, Ryan Gilbey takes a fresh look at the ‘queerbaiting’ conundrum. Source: ‘People raised hell’: why shouldn’t … Continued
In a landmark moment for the film industry, the American Society of Cinematographers (ASC) has elected Mandy Walker, ASC, ACS, as its new president—the first woman to hold this role in the organization’s 105-year history. The announcement has reverberated far … Continued
The system, which can be seen in a fan zone at football club Brighton & Hove Albion’s American Express Stadium, comprises 20 x 6mm LED units from Chinese manufacturer Nexnovo. Source: Stadium installs UK’s first transparent LED glass balustrade | … Continued
Panahi has endured years of harassment from the Iranian authorities but has created a tremendous body of work; his Palme d’Or is richly deserved. Source: Jafar Panahi’s Cannes victory is a wonderful moment for an amazingly courageous film-maker | Film … Continued
In early 2025, Apple premiered an unprecedented immersive concert experience with Metallica, shot specifically for its Vision Pro headset. What seemed like a celebratory moment for spatial entertainment may have been something more strategic: a full-scale sandbox test of a … Continued
The 1995 best picture winner is less interested in historical fact and more in rousing fantasy and makes for a telling portrait of its troubled maker. Source: Braveheart at 30: Mel Gibson’s gory, hokey Oscar winner plays like a biblical … Continued