Movie Review: A Kind of Madness

With A Kind of Madness, South African filmmaker Christiaan Olwagen makes his debut in English-language feature films. Olwagen is known for his artistic vision in films like Johnny is nie dood nie, Kanarie, and Poppie Nongena, and for his striking use of long shots. While A Kind of Madness still shows traces of his unique style, it’s presented in a way that will appeal to a wider audience.

Movie Review: Death of a Whistleblower

Death of a Whistleblower is a gripping thriller about a determined journalist who uncovers a dangerous conspiracy surrounding chemical weapons linked to the old South African government. When someone close to her is murdered, reporter Luyanda Masinda begins investigating leaked documents that put her life in serious danger.

Grant Morrison Blasts Damon Lindelof’s Green Lantern Comments

I recently read a fascinating piece on Substack from a true DC Comics legend, and it’s sparked a lot of thought. He was responding to Damon Lindelof’s comments about the Green Lantern’s signature color, but it quickly became about something much larger. He’s really calling out a trend in Hollywood where creators take on superhero projects but seem almost ashamed of the original stories they’re adapting. It’s a powerful critique, and honestly, I think he’s onto something.