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Borderlands: A Star Cast Trapped in a Directionless Adaptation
In an era where Hollywood continues to rely heavily on recognizable intellectual property, Borderlands arrives with the kind of ingredients that usually signal a major studio hit. The film is based on a hugely popular video game franchise, features a colorful science fiction world, and brings together a cast filled with award winning and widely recognized talent. Yet despite those advantages, the film struggles to find its identity, particularly through its central character

Charlie T. Savage
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iRobot Was Just the Trailer: The Robots Aren’t Background Anymore, They’ve Taken Speaking Roles
There was a time, not even that long ago, when getting a job meant you had a shot. You typed up your resume, maybe printed it on that...

Charlie T. Savage
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The Great Hollywood Illusion: How Dreamers Fuel a Machine Built for Nepo Babies
Every year, thousands of people pack their bags, chase a dream, and head to Los Angeles with stars in their eyes. They’re writers with...

Charlie T. Savage
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Funding Your Film When Support Feels Out of Reach
Being an independent filmmaker in Los Angeles is already tough. Doing it as a Black woman in her 30s, without a network of friends and...

Charlie T. Savage
3 min read


First-Person Storytelling in Film: How Nickel Boys Pulled Me Into the Past
There’s a moment in Nickel Boys where Elwood stares directly at us. His eyes wide, searching, hold something I recognize but don’t want to name. I sit there, gripping the armrest of my seat, suddenly aware of the weight in my chest. I know that look. I’ve seen it in my own sons. Watching Nickel Boys as a Black mother is different. Watching it as a Black filmmaker is different. I don’t just see a beautifully crafted story. I see history pressing its fingers into the present.

Charlie T. Savage
6 min read


"Nurtured by Nostalgia: The Enduring Impact of '90s Black Family Sitcoms on Millennial Upbringing
Being a millennial, looking back at the '90s is like taking a trip down memory lane filled with a deep sense of nostalgia. TV meant more...

Charlie T. Savage
7 min read


The Creative Symbolism Behind Lovecraft Country
In 2020, HBO's 'Lovecraft Country' had viewers on the edge of their seats every Sunday night, eagerly awaiting the next twist in the...

Charlie T. Savage
5 min read
TV Just Ain't The Same: What Happened to Pimp My Ride
Do you remember that MTV show where they turned junky cars into jaw-dropping, pimped-out rides in just a week? I used to daydream about...

Charlie T. Savage
3 min read


It’s a Thick Line Between Bad Guys and Villains
As a seasoned script connoisseur with a plethora of scripts under my belt,I mean hundreds over the last 6 years ranging from the...

Charlie T. Savage
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Embracing Shadows: Villains Who Stole My Heart
As I traverse the cinematic landscape, my heart has consistently gravitated towards the beguiling allure of the villain. There's an...

Charlie T. Savage
4 min read


5 “Black Lives Matter” Docs You Need to Watch (or Rewatch) This Winter
I have a strong fascination with documentaries and biopics! Although I enjoy thrillers and indulge in a fair amount of stand-up comedies...

Charlie T. Savage
6 min read

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