Sundance 2014

For about the last 14 years, I pack up, take a few days off of work, and head to Utah for the Sundance Film Festival. A good chance to really recharge my creative batteries for the year. Though we didn’t …

Nancy Drew Illustrations

Long obsessed with the covers and interior illustrations of Nancy Drew Mystery Series, I did a little research into who was behind them.…

Titles Sequence: To Kill a Mockingbird

I’ve been on an old movie kick lately and have seen some exceptional title sequences (along with exceptional movies).

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Five Films about Women

This sparked from a conversation I recently had with someone who said they haven’t seen any strong roles for women in a while.

I feel like this year has seen a lot of (mostly under appreciated) films by and about …

Ana Serrano

I recently ran across the work of artist Ana Serrano. I’m sorry to say, I did not see the exhibit at the Rice Gallery here in Houston. I am always amazed at the diversity of the artists and mediums …

Alien

I recently watched Alien in my film salon class. Great movie, really holds up.

I was fascinated by the graphics throughout, on the computer screens and particularly on the patches on the crew’s uniforms. Afterwards, I did a little research.…

Forbidden Planet