As any fan of cinema knows, acting is one of the key elements that makes the filmic medium distinct from other forms of art. Indeed, acting is very much a craft unto itself, requiring a substantial amount of dedication, judgement and adept interpretation of written material. Acting is certainly one of the most discussed elements […]
Year: 2016
- Features
- ...
15 Great Movies That Use Architecture Brilliantly
Cinema and architecture have always had a special relationship, because of the way in which they explore ideas using the dimension of space. Architecture in cinema can carry numerous symbolisms, and urban alienation can be the stage in which the action takes place, or be the main protagonist in silent but highly meaningful sequences. Architecture, […]
- Features
- ...
The 15 Most Original Movies of The 2010s (So Far)
Most films have something original about them, whether it’s a character, the ending, the lighting, the colors or something else, and many films try to combine things “borrowed” from previous great films with something fresh and unusual. However, once in awhile, you stumble upon films that really take risks, and whether it’s in general or […]
- Features
- ...
10 Directors Who Need a Redemption Movie ASAP
In Hollywood, you are nothing but the last movie you made. Some movie directors learn that the hardest way, failing to find resources for their upcoming movies, sometimes it’s due to their lack of notoriety or reputation but also the fact that they are no more reliable when it comes to box-office results or critical […]
- Features
- ...
The 10 Best Movie Trailers of All Time
The best film trailers don’t reveal too much of the film itself but tempt us just enough to check out the full feature. In recent years, trailers tend to show far too much and lack a sense of creativity and mystery. Length is important too, a great trailer may last only a minute or so […]
- Features
- ...
The 12 Best Directors That Often Use Long Takes
The long take (a continuous shot that lasts longer than the usual ones) is among the most discussed filming techniques; there seems to be a certain allure about extended takes, especially when they are particularly intricate, either for their length, which can go up to many minutes, or for the variety of characters and events […]