Review: Knight of Cups
Writer James Slaymaker praises Terrence Malicks latest film.
Author James Slaymaker
James Slaymaker
English student, filmmaker and writer for Alternate Takes, MUBI Notebook, Film International, Mcsweeney's, Senses of Cinema, Little White Lies, The Vulgar Cinema and Sound on Sight. Too crazy for boys' town, too much of a boy for crazy town.
Total articles: 63
“My inspiration to make films is my love for saying something to people without using words”: A conversation with student filmmaker Leo Barton
Collaborating with his filmmaking partner Iman Bahmanabadi, first year film student Leo Barton has created…
Slaying-It: Male Porn Star or Character Played By John Wayne ?
In his latest column, James Slaymaker poses the question on everybody’s lips.
Slay-ing it: I Am the Girl Who Exists Only to Facilitate Your Dumb Coming of Age
The manic pixie dream girl?
Slay-ing it: Now I look and look around and there’s so many Kanyes!
How does one define beauty when its aesthetics have become easily to replicate and associated with advertisements?
The Edge Reacts To… The latest Captain America: Civil War trailer
Our writers have come together to discuss their thoughts on the latest Civil War trailer, as well as the long-awaited arrival of Tom Holland’s Spiderman.
The Edge Reacts To…. The 2016 Oscar Winners
Our writers have come together to debate whether Spotlight deserved its Best Picture win and, of course, to celebrate Leo’s glorious victory.
New trailer for 88:88 is released – watch
Isiah Medina’s debut feature has received a new trailer, but has yet to get a UK distribution date.
Review: Youth
Paolo Sorrentino’s follow up to The Great Beauty really isn’t worth any praise, says James Slaymaker.
Blu-ray Review: The Jacques Rivette Collection
This invaluable box-set from the late French director is an essential for cinema fans, says James Slaymaker.
The Edge Reacts To… Oscar Nominations 2016
Our writers discuss all the snubs and surprises of this year’s Academy Award nominations, and ponder the question: could this finally be Leo’s year?
The Edge’s Advent Calendar: Alternative Christmas Movies
For December 22nd, those a little tired of the same old Christmas films might take a little inspiration from James Slaymaker’s suggestions.
Slay-ing It: May The Schwartz Be With You
In the first of his regular column posts, James Slaymaker talks about the work of Jason Schwartzmann.
Nominations for 2015 Independent Spirit Awards are announced
Cate Blanchett’s latest film, Carol, heads up this year’s nominations, with further nods given to Beasts of No Nation, Spotlight and Tangerine.