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Ben Holland

Ben Holland, a rising film critic and film programmer, holds a masterโ€™s degree in film studies from the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, which he obtained in the spring of 2025. Most recently, he curated a film noir series in Frederick, MD, at a nationally recognized arts venue, and has written articles for Film Matters. When heโ€™s not writing or programming, Ben is watching movies. He is particularly fascinated with films that depict loneliness and ennui; but more generally, he is interested in studio-era Hollywood, European and East Asian art cinema, film noir, and nontraditional coming-of-age stories.
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Blue Sun Palace (2024) Movie Review: Director Constance Tsang Channels Tsai Ming-liang in Her Beautifully Rendered Debut Feature
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Blue Sun Palace (2024) Movie Review: Director Constance Tsang Channels Tsai Ming-liang in Her Beautifully Rendered Debut Feature

Ben Holland October 4, 2025

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10 Unconventional Coming-of-Age Movies Worth Exploring
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10 Unconventional Coming-of-Age Movies Worth Exploring

Ben Holland September 15, 2025

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