About Carolina Cinema Scene
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Carolina Cinema Scene is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the rich film culture across North and South Carolina. We share insightful news, spotlight local premieres and festivals, and connect film enthusiasts with industry stories, fostering a passionate and informed community.
Meet the Critic: Shaquanna “Quanna” Stevens
If you love diving deep into why a movie actually works—unpacking its symbolism, its trauma, and the cultural layers beneath the script—you are in the right place.
I’m Quanna, a film critic, storyteller, and educator who has always been captivated by the power of a great narrative. I was born and raised in the Carolina. By day, I teach English IV Honors and AP Literature, guiding students through classic storytelling structures and helping young creatives develop their own voices. By night, I channel that exact same analytical passion into the screen, reviewing everything from horror and sci-fi to high fantasy and films by Black creators.
For me, film analysis isn’t about rigid academic lecturing; it’s about connecting the dots. It’s seeing how a modern psychological thriller might share DNA with classic literature like The Yellow Wallpaper, or celebrating the massive win of an independent, young filmmaker landing a major studio budget.
Beyond this blog, you can find me building community and sharing video reviews over at my channel, Her Reel Review. I started Carolina Cinema Scene to give regional cinephiles a dedicated space to connect, support our local independent theaters, and celebrate diverse, organic word-of-mouth filmmaking.
I am always open to press access, screening invitations, and new collaborative opportunities to keep spreading the love of great cinema.
Share Your Thoughts Below:
What local independent theater in the Carolinas is your absolute favorite spot to catch a movie? What genre keeps you coming back to the box office? Let me know in the comments!