Page 2 Filmphernalia Screenopticals: The Silence of the Lambs and Genres by Zodiac One of my all-time favs The Silence of the Lambs has been accused by some in the LGBTQ group of transphobia. These claims got a little reboot in some media when Ted Levine, who played serial killer Buffalo Bill in the movie, repeated the allegation in an interview. So a clarification, or a reasonable rebuttal, was due. A writer, I found out, had already done it in California Globe. So I added my thoughts to what had been on my mind, penning down the article “Buffalo Bill: Laying the Transphobia Noise to Rest.” Another interesting topic landed on my desk when I came across an advice column suggesting what film genres would be best for viewers according to their zodiac sign. As someone who is not into horoscopes, but surely into genres, I found it interesting enough to take a quick look and see if any convincing reason was offered. Well, let’s say that I wasn’t thrilled. But I did find the thought entertaining. So I put my two cents in my article “Of Zodiac Signs and Movie Genres.” Read these screenopticals on Filmospheric.com (carousel). FilmBuzz — Usual, Unusual, and Unheard Manzano is the subject of a documentary called “Street Smart: Lessons from a TV Icon.” Sony’s Tom Rothman Slams Theaters for Endless Pre-Show Ads. (Nerdist, April 14) Documentary tells the story of actress Sonia Manzano. (KJZZ, April 20) Justine Bateman's No-AI film festival now available online. (The Hollywood Reporter, April 28) Chinese EVs Can Now Project Entire Movies From Their Headlights. (InsideEVs, April 28) Sam Neill Reveals He Has Cancer. (Parade, April 29) Goodfellas actor Beau Starr dead at 81. (Page Six, May 2) Anthony Mackie’s Desert Warrior suffers $596K flop. (Rolling Out, May 3) Scripter’s Haven — Lab 7:10 Storytelling Residency in Georgia Deadline: May 25, 2026 This writer residency contest invites submissions of projects in development, including: - A written concept or treatment The story begins here and now... for a script - A short film screenplay you wish to develop into a featurelength project - A feature screenplay that you are willing to rework, rewrite, or further develop. The residency is open to filmmakers and writers of all nationalities and experience levels. The residency for select applicants will be in Georgia (the European country) in July. To learn more, visit: https://www.lab-710.com.
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