The Film Maven
Kristen LopezNot an influencer. Just an overworked, unpaid film critic and journalist giving you authentic perspectives on movies, TV, and media.
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The 7 Must-See Movies of September
We aren't quite in fall film territory. But we're getting closer.
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Ticklish Business #210: Saturday Night Fever (1977, with Margo Donohue)
In my free time I host a classic film podcast called Ticklish Business and, in the interest of spreading my love of classic film, I’ll be including episodes here for your listening enjoyment. You can listen to Ticklish Business via Spotify...
'Caught Stealing' Review: Austin Butler Carries Darren Aronofsky's Haphazard Crime Thriller
Aronofsky draws from the likes of Scorsese and the Safdie brothers for a gangster film high on weirdness if short on momentum
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Former Film Editor for TheWrap. Author of the book, "But Have You Read the Book." New book out on disability in film in 2025. Just a girl who loves classic film.
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