Cyrus Fard

Features

Everything Is for Sale: The Merchandising of ‘Buffy’

Buffy the Vampire Slayer's lasting success tells us that demographic targeting is a complex process that requires both fan participation and forms of merchandising that literally allow everything to be for sale. [31 August 2009]

On Evas and Angels: Postmodern Fantasy Devotion to Neon Genesis Evangelion

More than a decade after its debut, Neon Genesis Evangelion continues to reign as a cultural icon in Japan. Understanding how it made such a lasting impact gives us a window onto Japanese social history and fandom. [17 April 2009]

Reviews

Frailty

As the film unravels in a series of shocking twists and turns, the audience’s perception of morality and faith is put to the test. [25 November 2009]

Eminem: Live from New York City

This Blu-ray release of 2005 concert depicts a burnt out Shady in a transitional state before his Relapse. [23 November 2009]

Red Heat

Schwarzenegger and Belushi team up as two cops who... well, you know the drill. [18 November 2009]

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

This classic 1971 adaptation of Dahl’s story is even more enchanting in high definition, giving a new generation the chance to enter Wonka’s colorful factory. [6 October 2009]