The Film Yap

Splitting up J.R.R. Tolkien’s slim children’s novel into three movies may be a bridge too far. But the first installment of “The Hobbit” still thrills and delights. Continue reading →

BAFTA winners and losers, Nicholas Hoult and Benedict Cumberbatch’s new roles and Emma Thompson gets in touch with her dark side. Continue reading →

The BAFTA nominations have been released and it’s slim pickings for British films out in the coming month. Plus, some plot details for The Hobbit 2 and 3. Continue reading →

The first triad of the “Hobbit” movies feels like a reboot of “The Lord of the Rings,” overstuffed with Tolkien lore and invented plotlines. Continue reading →

Bond, Bilbo, breakthrough Irish comedians and a bold choice for “Les Miserables” highlight Zoe’s look at cinema from across the pond. Continue reading →

…but it’s still a year until Part One! Continue reading →

The story of New Zealand cinema as seen through Peter Jackson’s film bio. Continue reading →

A look back at how special and visual effects have changed the cinematic landscape, from Tron to Tron: Legacy. Continue reading →

These female-driven fright flicks dig deep and haunt hard. Continue reading →

“The Lord of the Rings” — the trilogy that redefined the modern epic — continues Nick Rogers’ daily look back at the 365 best films of 2000-2009. Continue reading →