Amid the haunting melodies and tragic romance of the Paris Opera House, Christine Daaé emerges as a figure of innocence and strength in “The Phantom of the Opera.” But beyond her ethereal ...

Women screaming their lungs out has been a staple of the horror genre since its inception. Yes, at its worst, stylized violence furthered the male gaze already saturating cinema. But the beauty of ...

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It takes more than a strong jawline and sharp salute to successfully play a soldier on the big screen. Consider Tom Cruise as a Navy Air Force pilot in “Top Gun,” Mark Wahlberg as a Navy SEAL ...

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During the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, artificial intelligence was a major component of negotiations, especially in regards to background work. The practice of using body scans—or, essentially ...

The modern and contemporary theatrical landscape has seen plays become increasingly experimental, exploring new subject matter in exciting, innovative ways. But understanding the iconic works that ...

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Finding the right acting technique is about as personal a decision an actor can make. It can also be painstaking. As you’re well aware, there’s no direct path to success in this business—if ...

As Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to grow and evolve, its latest phase has been marked by an influx of diverse new characters, actors, and creators in theaters and on TV.

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