Arts 2019: The Year Movies Died Have ‘the sequel’ and ‘the reboot’ killed the film industry’s creativity? By Jamila Rizvi Arts Have ‘the sequel’ and ‘the reboot’ killed the film industry’s creativity? By Jamila Rizvi Previous article How One Mother’s Problem Became A Million Dollar Business Next article Architectural Escapes: Dimora delle Balze The magic of the movies has all but disappeared and it’s unlikely to be hiding in a black top hat or even behind the couch. It’s Hollywood awards season, which means studios have saved up their very best for the nine-week period between Boxing Day and end of February. The most likely contenders for Oscars, BAFTAs, Golden Globes (and various other miniature statuettes) are being released right now. And you know what? Folks still aren’t headed to the movies.The modern cinematic landscape is dominated by sequels, prequels, remakes and reboots. Even during this brief annual window where the winning of awards outstrips box office sales as the key motivator for production companies, recycled concepts are still reaping rewards. A Star Is Born and Mary Poppins Returns, both inspired by earlier beloved on-screen stories, are tipped as Best Picture contenders for the Oscars. Cartoon sequels Incredibles II and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse will likely take out the awards for animation. Best Of Future Women Culture “Never an excuse”: Why Katrina still can’t stand the smell of bourbon By Sally Spicer Culture Janine never thought divorce would mean losing her family and friends By Sally Spicer Culture “Invisible victims”: Why Conor was forced to live in an unsafe home By Sally Spicer Culture Miranda*’s mothers group helped her escape abuse. Then the stalking began By Sally Spicer Culture “We can’t change this on our own” By Melanie Dimmitt Culture “Marching forward means ensuring all our voices are heard” By Melanie Dimmitt Culture Dr Ann O’Neill’s husband committed “the ultimate act of revenge” By Sally Spicer Culture The question victim-survivors like me are tired of being asked By Geraldine Bilston Your inbox just got smarter If you’re not a member, sign up to our newsletter to get the best of Future Women in your inbox.
