Karen Benardello

Karen Benardello
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As a life-long fan of films and television shows, and an endless passion for writing, Karen Benardello decided to combine the two for a career. She graduated from New York's LIU Post with a B.F.A in Journalism, Print and Electronic in 2008. Karen has since been working in the press in New York City, including interviewing film and television casts and crews, writing movie and television news articles and reviewing films and televisions series. Some of her highlights include attending such local events as the Tribeca Film Festival, the New York Film Festival and New York Comic-Con, as well as traveling across North America to attend such festivals as the Sundance Film Festival, SXSW and the Toronto International Film Festival. She has been a member of the Women Film Critics Circle since 2012, and the New York Film Critics Online since 2019.
As a life-long fan of films and television shows, and an endless passion for writing, Karen Benardello decided to combine the two for a career. She graduated from New York's LIU Post with a B.F.A in Journalism, Print and Electronic in 2008. Karen has since been working in the press in New York City, including interviewing film and television casts and crews, writing movie and television news articles and reviewing films and televisions series. Some of her highlights include attending such local events as the Tribeca Film Festival, the New York Film Festival and New York Comic-Con, as well as traveling across North America to attend such festivals as the Sundance Film Festival, SXSW and the Toronto International Film Festival. She has been a member of the Women Film Critics Circle since 2012, and the New York Film Critics Online since 2019.
New York Film Festival Review: ‘R.M.N.’ is a Powerful Character Study Driven by the Negative Impact of Social Division
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New York Film Festival Review: ‘R.M.N.’ is a Powerful Character Study Driven by the Negative Impact of Social Division

Some of the most relatable, important stories to be told in cinema are those that reflect on various realistic conflicts, ranging from racial, social, political, ecological and emotional issues. R.M.N., the latest drama from Palme d’Or-winning Romanian writer-director, Cristian Mungiu, exposes those battles by showcasing how a community of struggling people can easily turn hateful…

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Jared Leto to Star in and Produce Biopic About Late Fashion Icon Karl Lagerfeld
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Jared Leto to Star in and Produce Biopic About Late Fashion Icon Karl Lagerfeld

Jared Leto has been cast in a biopic about acclaimed German fashion designer, Karl Lagerfeld. The Oscar-winning actor is set to play the late designer and co-produce the film with Lagerfeld’s House of Karl Lagerfeld. Leto will produce the movie alongside his partner, Emma Ludbrook, through their production company Paradox, Women’s War Daily is reporting….

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Film Review: Hellraiser (2022)’s Stellar Performances and Stunning Visuals Reinvigorate the Dying Franchise
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Film Review: Hellraiser (2022)’s Stellar Performances and Stunning Visuals Reinvigorate the Dying Franchise

The things people fear and desire the most are often intertwined, but they’re often afraid to admit their true desires over concerns on how they’ll change their lives. That idea is the operating principal behind the iconic horror franchise, Hellraiser, whose latest installment is being released this week. The upcoming movie proves that the series’…

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Will Smith’s ‘Emancipation’ Receives First Trailer and December Release Date From Apple
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Will Smith’s ‘Emancipation’ Receives First Trailer and December Release Date From Apple

Apple unveiled the first official trailer for its upcoming historical action thriller, Emancipation, as it also announced that it has set a release date for the project, which stars Will Smith. The high-profile film, whose distribution was temporarily put on hold after the actor infamous slapped Chris Rock at this year’s Oscar ceremony, will now…

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Exclusive Video Interview: Actresses Elsie Fisher, Amiah Miller, Cathy Ang and Rachel Ogechi Kanu on Starring in My Best Friend’s Exorcism
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Exclusive Video Interview: Actresses Elsie Fisher, Amiah Miller, Cathy Ang and Rachel Ogechi Kanu on Starring in My Best Friend’s Exorcism

Interview with Elsie Fisher & Amiah Miller  Check out more of our video interviews on our YouTube channel. Enduring such typical adolescent angst as balancing school with family dynamics, friendships and crushes is difficult enough for most teenagers. But those challenges are becoming even more amplified for the young female protagonists in the new horror…

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Danny Boyle to Direct Hip-Hop Dance Stage Adaptation of ‘The Matrix’
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Danny Boyle to Direct Hip-Hop Dance Stage Adaptation of ‘The Matrix’

Danny Boyle has signed on to direct a stage adaptation of The Matrix, which will incorporate hip hop dance choreography into its production. The theatrical production of the Oscar-winning sci-fi action movie, which is a Warner Bros. Theater Ventures-licensed project, is named Free Your Mind, Variety is reporting. The Matrix‘s stage adaptation from the Academy…

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James Bond Franchise Producers Understand Why Idris Elba Would Turn Down the 007 Role
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James Bond Franchise Producers Understand Why Idris Elba Would Turn Down the 007 Role

The James Bond film franchise’s main producers, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, have responded to Idris Elba’s recent statement that he can’t imagine himself portraying the iconic character. The producing duo  stated during a recent interview with Variety that they understand that the Emmy Award-nominated actor is hesitant about committing to the series for…

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Doctor Sleep Director Mike Flanagan Revealed Why The Shining Prequel Movie Was Cancelled
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Doctor Sleep Director Mike Flanagan Revealed Why The Shining Prequel Movie Was Cancelled

Acclaimed horror filmmaker, Mike Flanagan explained on his Twitter account yesterday why the planned follow-up to his 2019 The Shining sequel, Doctor Sleep, is no longer happening. The latter drama’s writer-director said the project’s dismal box office performance is the main reason why Warner Bros. decided not to proceed with a prequel to Stanley Kubrick’s…

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Exclusive Interview: Michael Lombardi on Starring in The Retaliators
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Exclusive Interview: Michael Lombardi on Starring in The Retaliators

Being the target of a horrific crime is a devastating experience for not only young victims who can’t defend themselves, but also their loved ones, who will do whatever it takes to ensure justice is served for them. The new horror thriller, The Retaliators, serves as a powerful underground revenge service for the family members…

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Paramount Considering Shutting Down Showtime’s Stand-Alone Streaming Service and Moving Content to Paramount+
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Paramount Considering Shutting Down Showtime’s Stand-Alone Streaming Service and Moving Content to Paramount+

Paramount Global is in early discussions about the possibility of shutting down Showtime as a standalone service. If Paramount executives decide to move forward with the decision, Showtime’s slate of premium content will move to the company’s flagship streamer, Paramount+, according to the Wall Street Journal. There are no imminent changes currently being considered for…

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