Vanessa Appassamy
Vanessa Claire Appassamy is an established freelance writer and researcher who has been awarded a Master of Arts (Research), Bachelor of Arts with Honors (Cinema studies) and Bachelor of Media Studies. She has a great appreciation of all forms and genres of art, music and film, having tried her hand at painting, sculpture, classical piano and short film production.
She is a passionate film writer, having contributed over 170 reviews to the Australian website Michael D's Region 4 DVD Info Page - specialising in commentary on European Cinema, Music and Documentary and with Suite 101 has regularly published a variety of articles, from film analysis, to classic and contemporary film reviews, to developments in the film, television and music industry.
Latest Articles
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Racism or a Grave Misunderstanding: Shyamalan'sThe Last Airbender
When casting for M. Night Shyamalan's adaptation of Avatar: The Airbender was revealed - there were accusations of racism, was it all a misunderstanding?
Aug 29, 2010
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Tim Burton: The Exhibition In Melbourne - What to Expect
ACMI is currently receiving record crowds for Tim Burton: The Exhibition. Here is a guide to make the most of the whimsical experience this winter.
Jul 18, 2010
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Brandon Flowers Goes Solo: New Music Video Released Tomorrow
The music video for 'Crossfire' - the lead single from The Killer's Brandon Flowers solo album 'Flamingo' will be released officially on July 8 2010.
Jul 6, 2010
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Michael Jackson's Shock Death: One Year On
One year on since the shock loss of Michael Jackson, it seems as if everything has changed, and yet nothing has changed.
Jun 9, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Inspired Film Merchandise from Last Exit to Nowhere and Much More
Ever wanted to pay tribute to a certain film or film character with a clever bit of inspired merchandise - well look no further.
Jun 8, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Bloc Party's Kele Okereke Has a Brand New Sound
Bloc Party frontman Kele Okereke will release a solo effort on June 21 2010. Titled 'The Boxer', the album has a decidedly new electronic dance sound.
May 2, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Tim Burton: Anticipated MoMA Exhibition to Open in Melbourne
The "hit" exhibition which drew 810,500 visitors to MoMA, according to The New York Times, is to open on June 24 in Melbourne, Australia, at ACMI.
Apr 28, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Michael Jackson and Is It Scary: Origins and Thematic Concerns
'Is It Scary' was written to feature in 'The Addams Family Values' but after it was omitted, it became Jackson's personal account of the events of 1993.
Apr 27, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Cronenberg and Mortensen Reunite in The Dangerous Method
David Cronenberg is to direct an adaption of British playwright Christopher Hampton's "The Talking Cure" starring Viggo Mortensen as Sigmund Freud.
Apr 27, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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Cannes 2010: Let the Games Begin
Next month, Cannes 2010 will open and between the screenings of out of competition Hollywood features, there are new films from some old favorites.
Apr 25, 2010
- Vanessa Appassamy
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