Movie City News Archive for April, 2019
Grauniad
There is a future for independent, progressive, enlightened, committed, quality journalism. Thanks to @guardian for showing the way forward, after years of constant efforts and initiatives. To understand how it was done, read @arusbridger Breaking News. https://t.co/fUvPvRwGlL https://t.co/Pa4boKcFZw — jean-paul marthoz (@jpmarthoz) May 1, 2019
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Yes! Can we please retire this loathsome corporate-speak word “content”? Can we all agree to avoid the word, when it comes to art? “Content” is about cereal, soup, crackers, powdered soap. It’s not about books, movies, music, poetry, dance, art. https://t.co/HbXcoeinK6 — Robert Koehler (@bhkoe) May 1, 2019
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Critics' Poll: ‘Mad Max: Fury Road' Named Best Movie of the 2010s. https://t.co/gwWS4oGX6p pic.twitter.com/Y2SmkFeq0h — Jordan Ruimy (@mrRuimy) April 30, 2019
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The Legend of Keanu Reeves https://t.co/fh6rMLJb4G pic.twitter.com/76DuCTu5Zc — GQ Magazine (@GQMagazine) April 21, 2019
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‘Boys N the Hood’ Producer Stephanie Allain on John Singleton: ‘He Changed History’ https://t.co/9gMuqFA4n7 via @variety — Stephanie Allain (@StephanieAllain) April 30, 2019
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'Green Book' Producer Says Film Was Aimed at Older White Audiences https://t.co/1hPoddlYf1 — Cinema In Noir (@CinemaInNoir) April 30, 2019
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A remarkable actress. https://t.co/RgO5BUAEmC — Michael McKean (@MJMcKean) April 30, 2019
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Simply shocked by the loss of the great John Singleton. I'll never forget seeing his films for the first time. Changed the world for everyone. Will be missed and remembered. — Patty Jenkins (@PattyJenks) April 30, 2019
Read the full article »Rechristened Film at Lincoln Center Celebrates 50 Years
Rechristened Film at Lincoln Center Celebrates Fifty Years
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I’ve always admired that John Singleton kept the rejection letters for BOYZ N THE HOOD framed in his office "just to remind me these motherfuckers don't know shit.” RIP. — Sean Burns (@SeanMBurns) April 29, 2019
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Beautifully said! John Singleton was a giant anong us, his films broke ground and will be long remembered. It’s a very sad day. https://t.co/PkzBrgUBEt — Michelle Satter (@SundanceSatter) April 30, 2019
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This is just beautiful. Captures what made John Singleton a joy to be with… https://t.co/Ou6sMozPMb — Larry Karaszewski (@Karaszewski) April 30, 2019
Read the full article »So, very sadly, I am re-upping my earlier memory of talking with John Singleton for his brilliant Boyz N The Hood. He told me his local library was his refuge, opening his eyes to the world outside his 'hood…. https://t.co/3rcYyR2kUJ — Joanna Langfield (@Joannalangfield) April 30, 2019
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John Singleton was a significant presence during what now seems like a heyday of Memphis filmmaking. Craig Brewer, Al Kapone, others remember: https://t.co/6KIf6lY73Q pic.twitter.com/5iUUTk5bI3 — John Beifuss (@JohnBeifuss) April 29, 2019
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Mourning the loss of a collaborator & True Friend John Singleton. He blazed the trail for many young film makers, always remaining true to who he was & where he came from!!! RIP Brother. Gone Way Too Soon! — Samuel L. Jackson (@SamuelLJackson) April 29, 2019
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27 years ago, I was newly landed in Hollywood and got to visit my already legendary filmmaking hero John Singleton on the set of Poetic Justice. He took the time off from set to talk, offer words of encouragement, and told me to work from the heart. Rest in peace, John. pic.twitter.com/mZe0guejvv — Robert Rodriguez…
Read the full article »Peele on Singleton
RIP John Singleton. So sad to hear. John was a brave artist and a true inspiration. His vision changed everything. — Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) April 29, 2019
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At 24 years old, John Singleton became the first black person, and youngest person ever, to be nominated for Best Director. #RIPJohnSingleton pic.twitter.com/jIklyT5ycQ — Dusty (@huskydusty) April 29, 2019
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"It's…risky to proclaim a new force in film based upon just one film, but BOYZ N THE HOOD is good enough to suggest that John Singleton is going to be a major player for a long time."- @chicagotribune critic Gene Siskel in his 1991 ★★★★ review of the film. #RIPJohnSingleton pic.twitter.com/YjTHymBN6H — Gene Siskel Film…
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