More: Cinema
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Parallels of Hollywood and US Foreign Policy
Hollywood has always been synonymous with the focal point of the US' cultural icon for decades now, a machine that has been churning out...
From Dreamhouses to Doomsday: How Barbenheimer Showcases America’s Diplomatic Duality
July 21, 2023: the birth of Barbenheimer. This unlikely cultural phenomenon moved the world as Barbie painted the media pink with her message of...
Hilton & Universal Unveil ‘Wicked’-Inspired Suite
This holiday season, Hilton and Universal Pictures invite travelers, fans and movie lovers alike to experience the magic of Oz with a spectacular, spellbinding...
Echoes of Authoritarianism: Modi’s Assault on Democratic Values
In the landscape of contemporary Indian politics, a significant transformation is underway, one that merits urgent attention and reflection. The current prime minister of...
Goat Life and the neglect of pressing issues in Indian cinema
The movie “Goat Life”, currently trending on Netflix, presents an opportunity for reflection on how cinema can influence perceptions of nations and their people....
Cultural Diplomacy: The 2024 Australia Indonesia Cinema Festival (FSAI)
Authors: Silvia Jultikasari Febrian, Abizar Faletehan*
Diplomatic relations between Australia and Indonesia have been established for 75 years, reflecting close and dynamic cooperation between the...
Sweet Home on Netflix: How South Korean Horror Redefined Global Pop Culture
In December 2020, Netflix released "Sweet Home," a South Korean horror series that quickly gained international acclaim. Based on the webtoon of the same...
Film Industry and ESG: South Korea’s Cultural Diplomacy and its Global Impact
The intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria with the film industry offers a fascinating lens through which to examine the interplay between...
Movie Tourism in Italy: From Silver Screen to Trips & Treks
Who has never dreamed of retracing the steps of the best-loved protagonists of the silver screen? Hands up if you haven’t imagined yourself being...
The Evolution of Soviets’ and Russians’ Film Portrayals: From Foes to Partners and Back to Foes Again
Film industries exist within multiple paradigms, showing cultural, social and political links. Motion pictures reflect various constructs, which possess reciprocal functionality – they create,...