Alex Ross Perry’s new film Queen of Earth, a weird homage to the 1960s and 1970s psychodramas, had me thinking about this niche genre. It is a challenge to define. These are films that depict a psychological state through visual symbolism, a subjective camera or an unreliable narrator. Oftentimes these films play off of the […]
Author: Ryan Jeffrey
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The 30 Best Action Scenes in Movie History
There are hundreds of unforgettable action scenes in the archives of cinema past. To try and specify any small number of them is nearly impossible, maybe even futile, but what’s the fun in not trying? Here you will find 30 great action scenes, separated by category (Chases, Shootouts/Battles, and Fight Scenes). Be forewarned, although it […]
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10 Clever Cinematic Re-Interpretations of Classic Writing
Suffice to say, this list goes into detail contrasting different elements of plot and character between each of these works and their original inspirations, so if you are unfamiliar with one of these and prefer to remain that way, skip on down the line. 10. Aladdin (1992) Based on “One Thousand and One Nights” […]
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10 Great Comedies about Making a Movie
It’s no secret: filmmakers love movies. Shocking, right? Many a film has been about the exploits of screenwriters, directors, producers, agents, studio heads, and the process of making those movies we all love. Based on real life or merely inspired by it, it is easy to see why the men and women behind the scenes […]
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10 High-Concept Political Satire Films That Are Worth Viewing
When a filmmaker wants to make a political statement or take a stand on a social issue, they have to translate it for the medium. Politicians make speeches, filmmakers make films — otherwise they are just making a stump speech. They can fold it into a narrative, such as a political thriller (The Manchurian Candidate, […]
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10 Helpful Film Lists Every Movie Buff Should Know
Every film buff (or filmgoer, film lover– whichever is your preferred moniker) is constantly searching for more films to seek out. The promise of a good movie list, either by committee or by a single author, is not that you find something or someone who has your exact taste, but that you might discover something […]