Going to the Movies

Why the Movies Matter

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Going to the Movies: Why the Writing Matters

Screenplays and Three Must-See 2023 Academy Award Nominees

Feb 20 •

Going to the Movies: Why "Some Like It Hot" Stays With Us

Billy Wilder, Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon make a timeless American comedy.

Jan 4 •

Going to the Movies: Why "Chinatown," and Its Creators, Matter

"The Big Goodbye" explores the end of an era in Hollywood and describes the making of "Chinatown."

Nov 21, 2022 •

Going to the Movies: Flyboys and Flygirls

"Top Gun" and "Top Gun: Maverick"

Jun 9, 2022 •

Going to the Movies: Why More Movies Should Be About 90 Minutes Long

Length is not a necessary corollary of movie excellence.

Mar 22, 2022 •

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