Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman (2019) is a film that simmers with regret, loyalty, and the slow erosion of legacy over time. Based on the book I Heard You Paint Houses by Charles Brandt, and adapted for the screen by Steven Zaillian, this three-and-a-half-hour epic trades the kinetic energy of Scorsese’s earlier mob films (Goodfellas, Casino)Continue reading “Exploring Aging and Legacy in ‘The Irishman’”
Monthly Archives: April 2025
Exploring Found Footage as a Narrative Device in ‘The Blair Witch Project’
Introduction: A Low-Budget Masterclass in Storytelling In 1999, The Blair Witch Project emerged as a cultural phenomenon. With a modest budget of around $60,000 and a box office return nearing $250 million, it became one of the most profitable independent films of all time. But beyond its financial success, what captivated both audiences and screenwritersContinue reading “Exploring Found Footage as a Narrative Device in ‘The Blair Witch Project’”
AI in Hollywood: Weekly News, April 10, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the entertainment industry, from screenwriting and visual effects to immersive audience experiences. Recent developments highlight how AI is being integrated into Hollywood and beyond, with implications for creativity, production efficiency, and even labor relations. This week, three major stories emerged that showcase AI’s growing influence in screenwriting, filmmaking, andContinue reading “AI in Hollywood: Weekly News, April 10, 2025”
The Ethical Minefield: Navigating AI’s Role in Entertainment
The entertainment industry’s relationship with artificial intelligence has evolved from speculative curiosity to an unavoidable reality. As of March 2025, AI tools like OpenAI’s Sora and voice-cloning software such as Respeecherare reshaping filmmaking, screenwriting, and post-production—raising complex ethical questions about creativity, labor, and authenticity. This article examines the current landscape, focusing on the challenges and opportunities at theContinue reading “The Ethical Minefield: Navigating AI’s Role in Entertainment”
Writing for Underdogs: The Emotional Pull of ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’
Introduction: Why We Cheer for the Underdog There’s something timeless and universally magnetic about the underdog story. From Rocky Balboa to Rudy Ruettiger, audiences have long gravitated toward tales where the odds are stacked high and the fight seems insurmountable. One modern film that stands out in this lineage is Gabriele Muccino’s The Pursuit ofContinue reading “Writing for Underdogs: The Emotional Pull of ‘The Pursuit of Happyness’”
A.I. in Screen Trade 