Japan has been one of the leading pioneers of cinema since the silent age. Throughout this century of filmmaking, Japan has produced, not only some of the greatest films of all time, but some of the most influential and visionary directors to ever make movies. Along with early filmmakers from around the world, Japanese auteurs […]
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The 25 Greatest British Directors of All Time
Since the origins of the medium, Britain has been one of the leading forces of the film industry. Directors from the country have been greatly involved in the revolutionizing of cinema from its very beginning, starting with the silent era. Although Hollywood mostly controlled the silent film scene, there were many British films made during […]
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10 Great Faustian Movies That Are Worth Your Time
The tale of Faust does not have an exact plot, with most interpretations tweaking elements to suit their purpose better, but, no matter who is telling it, it always has a similar an overarching theme. Typically the main character, Faust, is a man who is tired of his monotonous life which does not seem like […]
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10 Famous Movies Plagued by Disastrous Productions
Throughout the history of Hollywood, big movie productions have always been a bit of a gamble for filmmakers. The immense spectacle and attention to detail that big budget films offer can captivate large audiences and lead to large profits, as well as tell a in depth story. Unfortunately the dangerous part of a big budget […]
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The 10 Best Blaxploitation Films of All Time
In the 1970s, a new genre of film came about in American culture, centered around the burgeoning black urban identity. The movement sought to make relatable mainstream movies that the growing black population of America could relate to, although after a few years the whole country began to embrace the style and content of the […]
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The 10 Best Movies Featuring Both Live Action and Animation
Animators have been enchanting audiences since the beginning of the 20th century, from classic Disney tales to sci-fi anime films and many other styles in between. The reputation of animation, like its content, has evolved over time to be as critically and commercially viable as their live action counterparts, winning prestigious awards and breaking box-office […]