Product Placement and the Movie “Elysium”; or, “Maybe That’s a Little TOO Exclusive” Yes, product placement is simultaneously becoming more ubiquitous and more subtle (or not) — woven into the very narrative of today’s movies and TV shows. And yes, Mercedes-Benz has spent decades assiduously cultivating an air of luxury and exclusivity for its brand. But I doubt...Read More
Three Reasons to Go Here are the reasons to go to your local cineplex to see Clint Eastwood’s new movie, “Hereafter,” starring Matt Damon and Cecile de France: 1. An unforgettable (and horrifying) depiction of a tsunami as it obliterates an unidentified Southeast Asian resort town; 2. The coiffure sported by main character Cecile de...Read More
