The dinner scene is a good example of how the mundane can be elevated and transformed into art. It is something familiar; something we all do all the time, either casually or formally, with friends and family. It may aim to celebrate an occasion or be a downright awkward experience that could not be avoided. […]
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The 15 Best Uses of Split Screen in Cinema History
The split screen is an highly recognizable technique which divides the screen into two (or more) parts. This way, different camera point of views can be seen at the same time in the same screen. The split screen perfectly epitomizes the gap between the analogue and the digital era of filmmaking. Traditionally, the split screen […]
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10 Movies Whose Last Frames Change The Whole Plot
While watching any film, there is no greater joy – from the screen, at least – than a well-orchestrated plot twist. It comes as an even greater surprise, however, when the twist is not a mere U-turn in the middle, but rather a holistic plot alteration. The director does not pull the chair right at […]
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The 10 Most Distinct Traits of Wong Kar-wai’s Cinema
Wong Kar Wai is probably the most innovative and avant-garde director ever to come out of Hong Kong. As part of the second New Wave of Hong Kong cinema, Wong moved far away from the traditional Jackie Chan and Shaw Brothers style of films that focused on action, and he explored more substantial themes, including […]
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The 10 Best Action Scenes in James Bond Movies
The EON-produced James Bond series is the third highest grossing film franchise of all time, and the highest not to feature superheroes or depressive child wizards. Six actors have led 24 screen adventures over half a century, while Bond’s outrageous, heroic escapades have left an international trail of property damage, reconsidered physics and awestruck bystanders. […]
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15 Great Performances That Were Overshadowed by Another’s in The Same Movie
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 […]