Film - The Temple News

‘American Reunion’ waxes nostalgia

09 April 2012 Matt Flocco

The gang is back for the same old comedy with a nostalgic twist. In film, what is American? Hollywood creates sweeping portrayals of America that range from sacrificial valor in films like “The Patriot” to

Disney recreates classic science fiction novel

12 March 2012 Matt Flocco

Taylor Kitsch and Director Andrew Stanton give a behind the scenes scoop on the creation and filming of “John Carter,” which premiered March 9. Aliens, time travel, cowboys, warfare, animation, special effects, social commentary –

International festival celebrates fibers

27 February 2012 Nicole Welk

The kickoff for the biannual festival, FiberPhiladelphia, is during this month’s First Friday. March’s First Friday marks the beginning of an exciting two-month, citywide event celebrating a medium that’s often overlooked in the world of fine

Awesome show creators explore new film format

27 February 2012 Kara Savidge

Alumni Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim’s “Tim and Eric’s Billion Dollar Movie” hits theaters March 2. Flashes of brightly colored lights, unusual transitions and strange, repetitive noises. No, you’re not having a seizure – you’ve

Filming fights poverty creatively

27 February 2012 Meghan White

Neighborhood Film Company aims to help those in need by teaching filmmaking. Due west of Temple and just before the Schuylkill River, a nondescript warehouse sits at the end of a one-way street. The second

Student-run television series enters second season in the Lehigh Valley

16 January 2012 Bisola Akinduro

Film and media arts major Rich Woolf discusses the creation of “The Steel,” a television show that highlights restaurants and music in the Lehigh Valley. Junior film and media arts major Rich Woolf is making

Festival brings Asian filmmakers to Philly

07 November 2011 Alexandra Olivier

The Asian Film Festival brought niche films to a broader audience, including “I Am” produced by alumna Sonali Gutali. Philadelphia is home to a variety of great events like the auto show, the International Flower

Moneyball hits home

19 September 2011 Matt Flocco

Jonah Hill talks about his new movie “Moneyball,” also starring Brad Pitt, coming to theaters this Friday. Imagine a Greek hero, raunchy teenager and gay author sharing a Major League Baseball field. Enter Brad Pitt

The Awesome Fest’s at the Piazza Film Screenings

02 September 2011 Kierra Bussey

In Philadelphia the fun never stops. Although classes are in session, summer is still here! If you are looking for some outdoor entertainment be sure to check out The Awesome Fest’s Awesome Summer Series at

CineFest Works to reel in edgier films

12 April 2011 John Corrigan

CineFest 2011 offers the city a rebellious film festival that will highlight more than 60 films. Movie buffs no longer have to travel to Utah for the Sundance Film Festival because Philadelphia is taking over