music history

Why Musical Themes Are So Important
Why Musical Themes Are So Important

Evi Lodge analyzes how sing motifs in film scores creates a deeper connection between audiences and the characters and locations on the screen.

THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess
THE UNITED STATES VS BILLIE HOLIDAY: A Decent Biopic, A Technical Mess

The United States vs. Billie Holiday is multilayered and nuanced in its messaging, brought to life on the strong performance of Andra Day.

HITSVILLE: THE MAKING OF MOTOWN: Record Label Doc Has Soul

Hitsville: The Making of Motown is a loving and lively reflection on Berry Gordy’s pop music factory, one of the greatest of the 20th century.

LIAM: AS IT WAS: Middle of the Road Doc that Never Quite Sparks Into Life
LIAM GALLAGHER: AS IT WAS: Middle Of The Road Doc That Never Quite Sparks Into Life

Much like Gallagher himself these days, Liam: As it Was is a tided up version of the rock-and-roll star’s story.

ECHO IN THE CANYON: A Fitting Homage To The Epicenter of The '60s Folk Rock Scene
ECHO IN THE CANYON: A Fitting Homage To The Epicenter Of The ’60s Rock Scene

Echo in The Canyon is an ode to a time and place when the music coming out of Laurel Canyon defined the California Sound of The ’60s.

AMAZING GRACE: How Sweet The Sound
AMAZING GRACE: How Sweet The Sound

Whether a gift from God or the vitality of technological advancements, Amazing Grace is a gift of cinematic resurrection brings back Aretha in all her glory.

WHAT WE STARTED: Bridging the Generations Through Music
WHAT WE STARTED: Bridging The Generations Through Music

What We Started is not a just documentary about the history of Electronic Dance Music but a metaphor of how the past has shaped the future.

THE MUSIC OF SILENCE: A Squandered Opportunity
THE MUSIC OF SILENCE: A Squandered Opportunity

The Music Of Silence lacks emotional weight, developed characters, a coherent linear story, and sufficient enough acting to make a passable biopic of a living legend.