A fair level of character conception and realism in film can be built on the several – sometimes contrasting, sometimes consonant – relations between humans and their environment. This often involves not only the contact with their urban imaginary, but also their relation to Nature and its various forces and manifestations of life. Animals are […]
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15 Essential Films for an Introduction to Classic South Korean Cinema
When I usually recommend South Korean cinema to average watcher with a Netflix or Hulu subscription, I usually suggest something recent. While there is nothing wrong with the classics, I find as pure entertainment, there’s a lot variety when considering something from the most recent New Wave. While many consider the South Korean New Wave […]
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The 25 Greatest Movie Antiheroes of All Time
The very structure of dramatic storytelling, dating all the way back to Aristotle, consists of certain rules and expectations to which we’ve all become accustomed. One of the key components of a well-constructed story is the main character, or protagonist. The protagonist is often called the hero, but what happens when the protagonist is not […]
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10 Movies That Best Utilize Practical Effects
There is just something about practical effects which CGI cannot replicate. Special effects wizards have been bringing directors’ visions to life since the dawn of cinema, occasionally winning awards for their efforts. Their talents play a tremendous role in capturing the audience’s imagination and leaving them in awe. They can thrill or even sometimes horrify […]
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25 Great Films That Won The Golden Lion at The Venice Film Festival
The Venice Film Festival, first held in August 1932, is the oldest film festival in the world. The main prize is the Golden Lion, which owes its name to the symbol of the city of Venice. This recognition is considered one of Europe’s most prestigious awards along with the Palme d’Or at Cannes and the […]
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The 30 Most Extreme Movies of The 21st Century So Far
Remember when filmmakers created scares and suspense by not showing the viewer everything? The end result of many suspenseful scenes existed primarily in the viewer’s imagination. Think Hitchcock and Clouzot, for instance. But film fans over the years became more sophisticated and jaded. They wanted to rely on more than just their imaginations. Sub-genres began […]