Quentin Tarantino’s WWII flick ‘Inglourious Basterds‘ is still two weeks away, but we’re already excited the director’s latest genre mashup — WWII action flick meets spaghetti western. And the buzz (and controversy) is only beginning to grow, this is Tarantino after all. Before you see Tarintino’s take, see the film that inspired it all, Italian director Enzo Castellari’s 1978 war movie ‘Quel Maledetto ... Read More »
At Museyon, we love to go On Location, which is why we’re loving this story in the New York Times. The Grey Lady’s Globespotters Blog reports that through August 23, the Cinema au clair de lune festival will screen 13 Paris films in the location they were filmed. That means you can see classically French films in classically Parisian locales, ... Read More »
Get ready to head back to 1984 and channel your inner Purple One — it’s the 25th anniversary of Prince’s pop-rock musical masterpiece ‘Purple Rain.’ In honor of this most momentous occasion, Celebrate Brooklyn is hosting a screening/singalong with 14-piece disco orchestra Escort this Thursday, August 6, at the Prospect Park Bandshell. Moviegoers are asked to “don something lacy and ruffled and come ... Read More »
We’ve been jonesing for a great new movie, and the early buzz on ‘In the Loop,’ definitely piqued our attention. Then we saw on the (totally awesome) IFC blog that The New York Times’ A.O. Scott called the film, “genius” and we immediately pushed the film to the top of our shortlist. A fast-paced satire skewering modern Anglo-American political relations, ‘In the ... Read More »
When summer rolls around, there’s nothing better than sitting under the stars and watching a movie. Well, almost nothing. You’ll definitely get bonus points for bringing a picnic basket, a bottle of wine and some good friends. We looked around our hometown and more to find where you can see some outdoor screenings this summer. Read More »
Last week we feted Museyon’s big launch with a party at Idlewild Books. Here’s a look at what went down, thanks to the fabulous photographer Kerstin Hecker. Click through for a slideshow! All images copyright Kerstin Hecker Photography Read More »
Last night Museyon Guides celebrated the official launch of our first release — Film + Travel. Thanks to everyone who came out, and to everyone who bought the book. Thanks to all the Museyon Guides who made it, including Liz Brown (our expert on Italy), Alavro Ceppi (our Guide in Chile), Enrique Ramirez (your guide to Scandinavia and Mexico) and ... Read More »
Clear your calendars kiddies, it’s time for Museyon Guides’ big bash. Join us tomorrow at Idlewild Books, New York City’s premier resource for all international and travel-related books, to celebrate the launch of Museyon Guides and meet some of our writers. The party runs from 7-9 p.m., and features food, vino courtesy of Vibrant Rioja, door prizes and much, much ... Read More »
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