Director Scott Derrickson dropped out from the making of “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” this past January because of “creative differences.” Since then, Marvel has been searching for a replacement before production starts in May. It has been reported that famed director Sam Raimi...

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 6, 2020). Sophomore cinema and media arts major Michael Berriman was in his Art of Storytelling class last spring when a short film idea gripped him. After writing a script about an unlikely hitman, he approached sophomore cinema and media arts...

As one of the most famous fairy tales ever told, “Hansel & Gretel” has had multiple adaptations in various mediums for almost two centuries, but none have compared to the original story. Its last notable adaptation, “Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters,” followed Hansel and Gretel as witch...

Makato Shinkai is one of the most well-known Japanese animation directors, thanks to his smash-hit, “Your Name.” The film amassed over $359 million, becoming the highest grossing anime film of all time, a title previously held by Hayao Miyazaki’s classic, “Spirited Away.” The body swapping...

Correction: An earlier version of this article stated that Noah Baumbach was nominated for best director for his film "Marriage Story." Baumbach was nominated for best original screenplay but not best director. This story was updated on Jan. 18 at 12:29 a.m. to correct the inaccuracy. Correction:...

Having already won the award for best motion picture at the 2020 Golden Globe Awards, “1917” is a breathtaking film that moviegoers should not pass up. Its stunning visuals, inspiring story and cinematography make it a distinguished film, in which director Sam Mendes presents a compelling message...

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 17, 2019). As the exposure between the poor and the rich remains a common theme in modern films, “Parasite” brings a distinct perspective of the commonly viewed “evil” high-class through a comedic, yet thrilling story of the problematic...

Whatever happened to Jesse Pinkman? The question lingered in viewers’ minds after the riveting finale to “Breaking Bad.” After six years, series creator Vince Gilligan wrote and directed this follow-up film to answer this question. The film picks up immediately after the series finale and follows...

PAK7 challenged traditional views of media ministry at a Cinema and Media Arts presentation on Monday night. Founded in 2018, PAK7 is an emerging television ministry that seeks to empower the marginalized church in Pakistan through producing quality TV shows, movies and video workshops.  WHY PAKISTAN? Founding...

(This story was originally published in print on Oct. 3, 2019). As the cinema and media arts program expands into its own full-fledged school, plans for dedicated cinema building are in order. To make room for the upcoming building, Perez Hall and Theatre 21 will be demolished, according to dean of...

Biola’s campus is populated with artistic students with quirky gifts and passions, as freshman business major Cam Anderson and freshman sociology major Chloe Roloson have recognized. The two have started a YouTube channel called Clam Chowder, where they host weekly episodes that showcase artistic students...

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 28, 2019). Shock and confusion filled the Dolby Theater on Sunday night when the Academy Award for Best Picture went to “Green Book.” Spike Lee, who was also in the running for the Oscar for his BlacKkKlansman, was even seen trying to storm...