Paul BullockinFrom Director Steven SpielbergThe Man in the Machine: Science Fiction, Language and The TerminalHow Spielberg channels Chaplin’s Modern Times in his overlooked comedy, The Terminal16 min read·Feb 10, 2019--2--2
Paul BullockinFrom Director Steven SpielbergOne-Player Game: Connection, Fantasy and Ready Player OneSteven Spielberg returns to the kind of film-making he made his name in and asks if movies are disconnecting us from the world13 min read·Mar 22, 2018--2--2
Paul BullockinFrom Director Steven SpielbergDefiance Defines Democracy: The Post and the Structures of PowerSteven Spielberg uses structures to symbolise masculine and feminine power in his masterful look at the freedom of the press, The Post8 min read·Jan 25, 2018----
Paul BullockinFrom Director Steven SpielbergHistory and Hope: How Spielberg Remembers the Past Through ObjectsHistory must be remembered, Steven Spielberg insists, and he tells us this through his symbolic use of objects.18 min read·Dec 21, 2017--3--3
Paul BullockThe It Crowd: Turning Movies into Experiences Through MarketingThe success of 2017’s ‘It’ proves that in film, it’s not just about creating a must-see movie, but a must-attend event.7 min read·Dec 21, 2017--1--1
Paul BullockHow Brands Should Approach Online FandomsEngaging passionate fans can be a difficult task, but it can be achieved with sensitivity, intelligence and, above all, authenticity.9 min read·Dec 21, 2017----
Paul BullockPerception and Reality in Blade Runner 2049This article contains spoilers. Do not read it until you’ve seen Blade Runner 2049.6 min read·Oct 13, 2017----
Paul BullockHow Social Media Platforms Became Publishers & Why That MattersWhen major news hits, what’s the first thing you do to catch up? Maybe you switch on the TV and tune in to one of the major news channels…7 min read·Sep 14, 2017----
Paul BullockCan Podcasts Play a Role in Your Content Marketing Strategy?“Content is king,” or so the saying goes, but what sort of content exactly? Video, image and copy-led content have led the way for years…5 min read·Sep 14, 2017----
Paul BullockinFrom Director Steven SpielbergEscape with Reality: Spielberg’s Virtual WorldsReady Player One isn’t the first time Steven Spielberg’s taken on virtual worlds. This essay explores how the director tackles fantasy and…16 min read·Aug 28, 2017--1--1