7 Words That Originated in Movies
by The cultural reach of movies is enormous. Sometimes they even impact the language; here are 7 words that originated in movies.
Category: All of the Arts
The Australian Government Buys a Jackson Pollock
When the Australian National Gallery spent $1 million on Jackson Pollock’s ‘Blue Poles’ in 1973, controversy erupted. It now looks like a bargain.
11 Things I Learned from the ‘Back to the Future’ Commentary
I watched the commentary for the classic movie ‘Back to the Future’, with co-writer Bob Gale. Here are 11 things I learned.
The Age of the Cyclorama
Before movies and television, and even radio, people turned to different mediums for entertainment. Welcome, to the ‘Cyclorama’.
The Penrose Triangle and Other Impossible Objects
They cannot be constructed, they serve no practical purpose, they are mysterious and baffling. They are, Impossible Objects.
10 Unusual Backstories of 1970’s Hits
Disco, punk, hard rock and funk; the 1970’s were a great decade for music. Here are ten unusual backstories of 1970’s hits.
The 8 Best Animal Actors
Some of the best movies are the ones where animals take centre stage. Here are 8 amazing animal movie stars.
Monet’s ‘The Magpie
Monet’s ‘The Magpie’ is a striking early painting by one of history’s most famous artists. Its creation was difficult and unlikely.
9 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Wolf Alice’
‘Wolf Alice’ are a British band that has taken the alt-rock world by storm. If you haven’t heard of them, you will, Here are 9 …
9 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Stardust’
Neil Gaiman’s ‘Stardust’ is a brilliant piece of fantasy writing; a simultaneously modern, and old-fashioned, fairy tale about a fallen star in human form, and …