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Long Reads

Deep-dive critical essays exploring the cultural significance and artistic merit of film, TV, and art.

A journalist from Variety proudly accepts a first-place award at the Southern California Journalism Awards ceremony.

Variety Honored with 16 First Place at Southern California Journalism Awards

For the second consecutive year, Variety was honored with 16 first-place awards at the Southern California Journalism Awards in 2026.

Isabel Castillo· Jun 29· 2 min read

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Sponsored · Jul 7

Opinion & Editorial

Bad cinema etiquette: A growing cultural issue

Arthur Vance · May 18

Film canon relevance in the digital age is fading fast.

Arthur Vance · Jun 19

Kodak's Film Revival Faces Digital Funding Gaps for Preservation

Arthur Vance · Jun 8

Analysis & Trends

Essential French New Wave Films

Arthur Vance · Jun 16

Film Festivals Embrace Streaming: A New Era for Cinema

Arthur Vance · Jun 21

New Filmmakers Driving Significant Cinematic Impact

Arthur Vance · Jun 7

Explainers

What is Italian Neorealism and its Global Film Influence?

Isabel Castillo · Aug 7

What is German Expressionism's lasting influence on horror films?

Arthur Vance · Jun 20

What is Italian Neorealism and why does its legacy endure?

Arthur Vance · May 29

What is Auteur Theory and Why Does It Matter in Cinema?

Arthur Vance · Jul 6

How Did Documentary Filmmaking Techniques Evolve?

Arthur Vance · Jul 4

Soviet Montage Theory: Key Concepts and Techniques

Arthur Vance · Jul 3