We live in a highly uncertain world. The escalation of populist far-right politics, the largest migrant crisis of the 21st century and the increase in domestic terror attacks can make us feel like everything is spinning out of control. Nevertheless, if history has taught us anything, it is in our darkest times that the scope […]
Before going to film school a lot of people think that whatever there is to be learned about filmmaking can be taught through books and classes – types of shots; editing style; narrative economy; storytelling… Well in part it can and students can learn all about that in theory, but true knowledge only comes with […]
So you find yourself at a party surrounded by cinephiles and are lost for words, unable to understand a single thing they are saying. You want to get involved in the action, add a few choice phrase and come away sounding both knowledgeable and passionate about the world of film. Yet you find yourself speechless, […]
The following is a list of ten films that were disparaged, ignored, or forgotten after their initial release. The reasons vary. Maybe they did not reflect the director’s vision due to studio interference; some require multiple viewings to be truly appreciated. These films are hardly cinematic masterpieces, yet all have excellent qualities worthy of any […]
Taking a date to a movie can ultimately be a dicey proposition. Big fan of goofball comedies? Well obviously you lack intellectual depth. Proponent of sappy romances that always end happily ever after? In this case you most likely have a massive stuffed animal collection and wedding wish-box based on your Pinterest feed. Using this […]
So bad they’re good horrors are the ultimate guilty pleasure movies, you know they’re bad but you love them anyway. They are movies that got panned by the critics, look terrible and the acting is shoddy yet somehow they are still enjoyable. Watching one is the equivalent of hearing Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ […]