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19. Juni 2026

45 Years: The Cannonball Run

The movie „The Cannonball Run“ is a chaotic comedy about an illegal car race across the U.S., featuring celebrities and slapstick humor. Despite mixed reviews, the film became a cult classic that defined the 1980s.

15. Juni 2026

25 Years: Atlantis The Lost Empire

„Atlantis: The Lost Empire“ is an underrated Disney masterpiece that captivates audiences with its unique style, strong characters, and profound themes. It wasn’t until later that it was recognized as a cult classic, thanks to its boldness and originality.

12. Juni 2026

45 Years: Raiders of the Lost Ark

This article examines how the 1981 film „Raiders of the Lost Ark“ not only revolutionized the adventure genre but also remains as relevant as ever as a cultural phenomenon. The film combines technical perfection with nostalgic elements and continues to…

11. Juni 2026

40 Years: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” is an iconic teen comedy that explores themes of freedom, friendship, and self-determination. It shows how a high school student overcomes his fears and embraces life to the fullest, making the film timelessly relevant.

9. Juni 2026

60 Years: The Glass Bottom Boat

The 1966 film „The Glass Bottom Boat“ combines elements of romance, espionage, and slapstick, reflecting the cultural tensions of the time. Doris Day shines in the lead role as Jennifer Nelson, navigating an absurd world full of misunderstandings and technological…

8. Juni 2026

25 Years: Swordfish

The film „Swordfish“ subverts classic Hollywood narrative conventions by allowing a charismatic villain to triumph. Gabriel Shear, played by John Travolta, uses manipulation and violence to achieve his goals, thereby crossing moral boundaries.

23. Mai 2026

Movie Review: The Mandalorian and Grogu

My angry, sarcastic Star Wars takedown of Disney fan service, plot logic on life support, Grogu merchandise moments, and a franchise buried under nostalgia, AI visuals, and script debris.

23. Mai 2026

Filmkritik: The Mandalorian and Grogu

Mein wütender, sarkastischer Star-Wars-Verriss über Disney-Fanservice, Plot-Logik auf Notbetrieb, Grogu-Merchandise-Momente und ein Franchise, das unter Nostalgie, KI-Optik und Drehbuch-Trümmern begraben wird.

24. April 2026

45 Years ago: Cannibal Ferox

„Cannibal Ferox,“ an Italian horror film from 1981, explores the thematic complexity of violence, colonialism, and ethnographic greed. Despite its controversial content, it remains a significant work of exploitation cinema and sparks discussion.

17. April 2026

The Rise and Fall of Game of Thrones

„Game of Thrones,“ once a television phenomenon with significant cultural impact, got off to a strong start but saw its quality decline toward the end. The disappointing final season undermined the series‘ meticulous character development and narrative depth, leaving behind…

10. April 2026

45 Years ago: Excalibur

John Boorman’s *Excalibur* (1981) is a powerful, visually stunning adaptation of the Arthurian legend that combines mythological gravitas with emotional depth. The film remains a seminal example of dark and serious fantasy in cinema.

6. April 2026

90 Years ago: Flash Gordon The Serial

A landmark 1936 serial blending science fiction, fantasy, spectacle and cliffhangers, Flash Gordon helped define screen space opera and influenced generations of adventure cinema.

2. April 2026

Vor 45 Jahren: Christiane F.

Der Film „Christiane F. – Wir Kinder vom Bahnhof Zoo“ beleuchtet eindringlich die Drogenabhängigkeit einer Jugend im sozialen Desaster der 1970er Jahre in West-Berlin. Die realistische Erzählweise konfrontiert mit gesellschaftlichen Missständen und emotionaler Isolation.

1. April 2026

A Star Wars Movie without a Movie

„Shadows of the Empire“ is a groundbreaking transmedia project that, in 1996, offered Star Wars fans a new story set between the films. It combined a book, comic, game, and soundtrack to create a cinematic experience without a movie.

15. März 2026

70 Years ago: Forbidden Planet

„Forbidden Planet,“ a science fiction film released in 1956, is considered a classic of the genre. It combines adventure, psychological depth, and innovative special effects, while raising questions about technology and humanity. Its influence is still felt today.

12. März 2026

55 Years ago: The Andromeda Strain

The 1971 film „The Andromeda Strain,“ based on Michael Crichton’s novel, presents a thrilling, realistic analysis of a biological emergency by a team of scientists confronted with an invisible, threatening organism, and addresses institutional failure.

11. März 2026

Film review: War Machine

The film War Machine offers an interesting basic idea and an atypical protagonist, but loses credibility in the finale. Despite its strengths, it remains entertaining, but fails to reach the full potential it shows at times.

11. März 2026

Filmkritik: War Machine

Der Film War Machine bietet eine interessante Grundidee und einen untypischen Protagonisten, verliert jedoch im Finale an Glaubwürdigkeit. Trotz seiner Stärken bleibt er unterhaltsam, erreicht jedoch nicht das volle Potenzial, das er zeitweise zeigt.

7. März 2026

40 Years ago: Highlander

There can be only one! – A tale of mythic immortality, iconic performances, a defining Queen soundtrack, troubled sequels, a debated reboot, mixed initial reception, and an enduring legacy as a distinctive 1980s cult classic.

21. Februar 2026

40 Years ago: 9 1/2 Weeks

9 1/2 Weeks is a 1986 erotic drama that explores the growing dynamic of power and passion between protagonist Elizabeth McGraw and John Gray. The film combines social themes with aesthetic imagery and remains a cult classic.

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