Steve Erickson

Steve Erickson is a freelance writer who lives in New York. He has written for Gay City News, The Nashville Scene, Film Comment, the Tribeca Film Festival's website, Fandor's blog, and elsewhere.

Stanley Kubrick's First Film Isn't Nearly as Bad as He Thought It Was

Stanley Kubrick's First Film Isn't Nearly as Bad as He Thought It Was

He was ashamed of 'Fear and Desire,' but 60 years after its debut, the movie plays like a dress rehearsal for a dazzling career. More »

'Cosmopolis': A Financial-Crisis Fable Written Before the Financial Crisis

'Cosmopolis': A Financial-Crisis Fable Written Before the Financial Crisis

Director David Cronenberg talks about his new film, the timely 'Cosmopolis.' More »

How 'Battle Royale' Became a Cult Hit and Capitalized on 'The Hunger Games'

How 'Battle Royale' Became a Cult Hit and Capitalized on 'The Hunger Games'

Twelve years after its Japanese release, the action flick arrives in the U.S. at a fortuitous moment. More »

In 'Melancholia,' a Director Finds an Appropriate Outlet for His Madness

In 'Melancholia,' a Director Finds an Appropriate Outlet for His Madness

The controversial director's new film presents a beautiful, provocative vision of depression More »

In Movies by Iranians, a Feminist Streak

In Movies by Iranians, a Feminist Streak

Women drive the new film "Circumstance"—as is surprisingly common in Iranian cinema More »

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