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fromOpen Culture
1 day ago

How Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton & Harold Lloyd Pulled Off Their Spectacular Stunts During Silent Film's Golden Age

The dominance of visual effects in cinema has roots in Hollywood's history, particularly the comedic giants of the silent film era.
fromVulture
7 months ago
Writing

Every Francis Ford Coppola Movie, Ranked

Francis Ford Coppola's films illustrate the Italian-American perspective, often focusing on stories of outsiders in America.
Independent films
fromOpen Culture
1 day ago

How Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton & Harold Lloyd Pulled Off Their Spectacular Stunts During Silent Film's Golden Age

The dominance of visual effects in cinema has roots in Hollywood's history, particularly the comedic giants of the silent film era.
fromVulture
7 months ago
Writing

Every Francis Ford Coppola Movie, Ranked

Francis Ford Coppola's films illustrate the Italian-American perspective, often focusing on stories of outsiders in America.
more#hollywood
#book-release
fromGameSpot
2 days ago
Books

Stanley Kubrick's The Shining 1,400-Page Compendium Is Finally Back In Stock

The detailed compendium on Kubrick's The Shining is now available after high demand and should not be missed by fans.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
Film

Candy Clark and her Polaroid vision of New Hollywood: Back then people would just pose,they weren't so fussy about their photos like they are today'

Candy Clark's Polaroids showcase a unique female perspective on New Hollywood, turning personal memories into a shared historical narrative.
fromGameSpot
2 days ago
Books

Stanley Kubrick's The Shining 1,400-Page Compendium Is Finally Back In Stock

The detailed compendium on Kubrick's The Shining is now available after high demand and should not be missed by fans.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago
Film

Candy Clark and her Polaroid vision of New Hollywood: Back then people would just pose,they weren't so fussy about their photos like they are today'

Candy Clark's Polaroids showcase a unique female perspective on New Hollywood, turning personal memories into a shared historical narrative.
more#book-release
#streaming
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 days ago
Independent films

Alfred Hitchcock Classics Arrive on Netflix, Sparking Six-Week Tribute at NYC's Paris Theater | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Alfred Hitchcock's films will be showcased on Netflix and in theaters, allowing audiences to rediscover his cinematic brilliance.
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
Beer

What to Watch on Netflix: April 2025 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Netflix's April updates feature classic films from earlier generations, which is a refreshing shift from their usual recency bias.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 days ago
Independent films

Alfred Hitchcock Classics Arrive on Netflix, Sparking Six-Week Tribute at NYC's Paris Theater | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Alfred Hitchcock's films will be showcased on Netflix and in theaters, allowing audiences to rediscover his cinematic brilliance.
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
Beer

What to Watch on Netflix: April 2025 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

Netflix's April updates feature classic films from earlier generations, which is a refreshing shift from their usual recency bias.
more#streaming
#animation
Graphic design
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago

Eight decades of laughter, mischief, and "What's up, Doc?" - why Bugs Bunny still has a place in our hearts.

Bugs Bunny celebrates 85 years since his first official screen appearance, marking his status as a cultural icon in animated film history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Graphic design

Skeleton warriors and plasticine chickens: why stop-motion animation is still going strong a century on

Stop-motion animation began with Marcel Delgado's dinosaurs, leading to groundbreaking films that transformed visual storytelling in cinema.
Graphic design
fromCreative Bloq
1 week ago

Eight decades of laughter, mischief, and "What's up, Doc?" - why Bugs Bunny still has a place in our hearts.

Bugs Bunny celebrates 85 years since his first official screen appearance, marking his status as a cultural icon in animated film history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Graphic design

Skeleton warriors and plasticine chickens: why stop-motion animation is still going strong a century on

Stop-motion animation began with Marcel Delgado's dinosaurs, leading to groundbreaking films that transformed visual storytelling in cinema.
more#animation
#cultural-impact
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Charles Burnett

Charles Burnett's film 'Killer of Sheep' significantly impacted cinema and continues to be celebrated for its authentic representation of community.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

A Great Year for Movies. The Best Year to Start Writing About Them.

1999 was a standout year for diverse and abundant movies, though not conventionally regarded as the greatest in terms of consensus quality.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

A Great Year for Movies. The Best Year to Start Writing About Them.

1999 was a standout year for diverse and abundant movies, though not conventionally regarded as the greatest in terms of consensus quality.
more#cultural-impact
#film
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Most Important Sci-Fi Movie Of The '80s

Blade Runner, now available on Netflix, is a seminal sci-fi film that deserves renewed appreciation for its artistic and cultural impact.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Film

Cinema Was Claude Lelouch's Nanny

Claude Lelouch demonstrates modern filmmaking techniques by using an iPhone to capture inspiration from a historical setting.
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago
Film

Megalopolis Was A Mess, But Here Are Some Great Movies By Late Career Directors

Megalopolis reflects the bold ambitions of aging directors but struggled critically and commercially.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Independent films

Our top 10 Jackie Chan movies

Jackie Chan uniquely blends slapstick, acrobatics, and martial arts, making him a legendary figure in film and stunts.
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

Netflix Just Quietly Added The Most Important Sci-Fi Movie Of The '80s

Blade Runner, now available on Netflix, is a seminal sci-fi film that deserves renewed appreciation for its artistic and cultural impact.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago
Film

Cinema Was Claude Lelouch's Nanny

Claude Lelouch demonstrates modern filmmaking techniques by using an iPhone to capture inspiration from a historical setting.
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago
Film

Megalopolis Was A Mess, But Here Are Some Great Movies By Late Career Directors

Megalopolis reflects the bold ambitions of aging directors but struggled critically and commercially.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Independent films

Our top 10 Jackie Chan movies

Jackie Chan uniquely blends slapstick, acrobatics, and martial arts, making him a legendary figure in film and stunts.
more#film
#film-industry
Independent films
from48 hills
2 months ago

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Film's roots in early cinema featured significant female contributions, often overlooked as the medium gained status.
Women directors faced immense challenges in obtaining recognition in Hollywood's history, with few achieving lasting careers.
Mai Zetterling's retrospective underscores the value of celebrating lesser-known female filmmakers who broke societal norms.
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Canada Tried to Shut Him Down. Now Cronenberg Is Its Grand Old Man of Cinema | The Walrus

Peter Watkins criticized the absence of a Canadian film identity at the 1969 Canadian Film Awards.
David Cronenberg highlighted the necessity of genuine filmmaking beyond commercial influence.
Independent films
from48 hills
2 months ago

Screen Grabs: The Swedish outsider who challenged gender roles behind the camera - 48 hills

Film's roots in early cinema featured significant female contributions, often overlooked as the medium gained status.
Women directors faced immense challenges in obtaining recognition in Hollywood's history, with few achieving lasting careers.
Mai Zetterling's retrospective underscores the value of celebrating lesser-known female filmmakers who broke societal norms.
fromThe Walrus
2 weeks ago
Independent films

Canada Tried to Shut Him Down. Now Cronenberg Is Its Grand Old Man of Cinema | The Walrus

Peter Watkins criticized the absence of a Canadian film identity at the 1969 Canadian Film Awards.
David Cronenberg highlighted the necessity of genuine filmmaking beyond commercial influence.
more#film-industry
frombrooklyneagle.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Kings Theatre historic tour this weekend

The Kings Theatre will host a limited tour this weekend showcasing its history and architecture.
Media industry
fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Hollywood Exec Who Proved Speaking Out Can Be Good Business

Elon Musk uses X to elevate Trump's candidacy, creating political ties that may benefit his business ventures.
#film-adaptation
fromInverse
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

For Robert Eggers, It Was Always 'Nosferatu'

Robert Eggers' lifelong obsession with Nosferatu culminated in a passionate and modern reimagining of the classic film.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dune' by David Lynch: The cult movie filmed at Mexico's Churubusco studios

David Lynch's adaptation of 'Dune' faced significant challenges, ultimately impacting his creative freedom and approach to filmmaking.
Filming in Mexico reflected Lynch's instinctual decision-making process rather than a purely strategic choice.
fromInverse
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

For Robert Eggers, It Was Always 'Nosferatu'

Robert Eggers' lifelong obsession with Nosferatu culminated in a passionate and modern reimagining of the classic film.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dune' by David Lynch: The cult movie filmed at Mexico's Churubusco studios

David Lynch's adaptation of 'Dune' faced significant challenges, ultimately impacting his creative freedom and approach to filmmaking.
Filming in Mexico reflected Lynch's instinctual decision-making process rather than a purely strategic choice.
more#film-adaptation
#film-release
fromRoger Ebert
6 months ago
Film

I Doubled in Size: Lee Pace on the Legacy of "The Fall" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

'The Fall' reflects a unique cinematic voice, initially misunderstood but has gained appreciation over time, notably by Roger Ebert.
fromGameSpot
7 months ago
Graphic design

Gladiator Gets New 4K Steelbook Just In Time For The Long-Awaited Sequel

Gladiator is a timeless classic, with a sequel releasing soon that rekindles interest in this iconic film.
fromConsequence
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chinatown to receive 4K UHD release

Chinatown is receiving a special 4K Ultra HD release on January 14, 2025, showcasing its cinematic legacy.
fromRoger Ebert
6 months ago
Film

I Doubled in Size: Lee Pace on the Legacy of "The Fall" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

'The Fall' reflects a unique cinematic voice, initially misunderstood but has gained appreciation over time, notably by Roger Ebert.
fromGameSpot
7 months ago
Graphic design

Gladiator Gets New 4K Steelbook Just In Time For The Long-Awaited Sequel

Gladiator is a timeless classic, with a sequel releasing soon that rekindles interest in this iconic film.
fromConsequence
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Chinatown to receive 4K UHD release

Chinatown is receiving a special 4K Ultra HD release on January 14, 2025, showcasing its cinematic legacy.
more#film-release
#clint-eastwood
Writing
fromtime.com
4 months ago

The Best Courtroom Dramas

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2' explores critical themes of justice while engaging viewers with its thrilling courtroom drama.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Film

If You Love Westerns, These Are the Most Must-Watch Duels

Western films have captivated audiences for 75 years, showcasing legendary moments like gunslinger duels and iconic characters.
Writing
fromtime.com
4 months ago

The Best Courtroom Dramas

Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2' explores critical themes of justice while engaging viewers with its thrilling courtroom drama.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Film

If You Love Westerns, These Are the Most Must-Watch Duels

Western films have captivated audiences for 75 years, showcasing legendary moments like gunslinger duels and iconic characters.
more#clint-eastwood
Video games
fromKotaku
4 months ago

The 12 Movies You Need to Watch Before Nosferatu Scares You Senseless

Eggers' Nosferatu represents a culmination of horror influences from the last century, drawing from both classic and contemporary films.
#horror-films
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Writing

She'd never done anything like this before': behind the scenes on Shelley Duvall's extraordinary final film

Felissa Rose's encounter with Shelley Duvall illustrates a touching homage to a horror legend, capturing intimate emotions in a pivotal moment.
fromVulture
2 years ago
Writing

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

Witch movies, driven by defiant female characters, deserve recognition for their variety of tones and stories, distinct from typical horror tropes.
fromRoger Ebert
6 months ago
Writing

Criterion Adds Val Lewton Double Feature to the Collection | DVD/Blu-Ray | Roger Ebert

Val Lewton's horror films uniquely explore themes of mortality with poetic depth and visual artistry.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Writing

She'd never done anything like this before': behind the scenes on Shelley Duvall's extraordinary final film

Felissa Rose's encounter with Shelley Duvall illustrates a touching homage to a horror legend, capturing intimate emotions in a pivotal moment.
fromVulture
2 years ago
Writing

The 21 Best Witch Movies of All Time

Witch movies, driven by defiant female characters, deserve recognition for their variety of tones and stories, distinct from typical horror tropes.
fromRoger Ebert
6 months ago
Writing

Criterion Adds Val Lewton Double Feature to the Collection | DVD/Blu-Ray | Roger Ebert

Val Lewton's horror films uniquely explore themes of mortality with poetic depth and visual artistry.
more#horror-films
#film-criticism
fromPolygon
8 months ago
NYC food

This might be the most defensive movie trailer of all time

Francis Ford Coppola's new film Megalopolis challenges critics' misconceptions, framing himself as a misunderstood genius.
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago
Writing

Is Virginia Tracy the First Great American Film Critic?

Virginia Tracy was a pioneering American film critic with a visionary understanding of cinema's art and future.
fromPolygon
8 months ago
NYC food

This might be the most defensive movie trailer of all time

Francis Ford Coppola's new film Megalopolis challenges critics' misconceptions, framing himself as a misunderstood genius.
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago
Writing

Is Virginia Tracy the First Great American Film Critic?

Virginia Tracy was a pioneering American film critic with a visionary understanding of cinema's art and future.
more#film-criticism
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Film

The atmosphere was electric' the fall and rise of Morocco's cinemas

Morocco's art-deco cinemas, like Cinema Rif, are experiencing a resurgence, reflecting the cultural evolution and nostalgia of Moroccan cinema history.
fromOpen Culture
6 months ago
Cars

How Car Chase Scenes Have Evolved Over 100 Years: The Technology Behind Bullitt, The French Connection, Driver, and Other Action Movies

Bullitt's car chase revolutionized action films and established a new standard for authenticity and excitement in cinematic chase scenes.
fromOpen Culture
6 months ago
Film

Watch 70+ Classic Literary Films Free Online: The Snows of Kilimanjaro, Gulliver's Travels, Jane Eyre, and More

The term 'gaslight,' associated with psychological manipulation, has historical roots dating back to a 1938 play.
fromtime.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Best Vampire Movies of All Time

Vampires encapsulate a diverse range of themes, striking a balance between terror and allure, making them timeless figures in cinema.
fromInverse
6 months ago
Film

38 Years Ago, Joaquin Phoenix Made a Bizarre Sci-Fi Movie You've Never Seen

Joaquin Phoenix's early role in SpaceCamp marked the beginning of his impressive career in film.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
7 months ago

The Tarantino Dozen | Features | Roger Ebert

Tarantino's 1994 film recommendations reveal significant influences on his filmmaking style, showcasing a blend of genres and iconic performances.
Film
fromInverse
7 months ago

45 Years Later, the Best Apocalypse Epic Ever Made Is Getting a Big Upgrade

George Miller's Mad Max transformed the post-apocalyptic genre and established a successful film franchise from a low-budget origin story.
fromSFGATE
8 months ago
San Francisco

This historic Calif. theater was the first draft of the Alamo Drafthouse

Sony's acquisition of Alamo Drafthouse overlooks its origins in Bakersfield, Texas, where founder Tim League first attempted to innovate the cinema experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

The Guide #155: Is it time to break up director-actor cliques?

Directors often repeatedly cast the same actors for comfort, familiarity, and a successful working relationship.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Independent films

Every animated Disney film, ranked by critics

Walt Disney Animation Studios has produced 54 fully animated films since 1923, establishing a legacy as the gold standard for animation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Digital life

Alain Delon at His Very Best: Ravishing, Yes, but Also Destabilizing

Alain Delon's captivating beauty led Luchino Visconti to choose him as the lead for 'Rocco and His Brothers,' marking a significant cinematic moment.
fromGameSpot
8 months ago
Film

Best Horror Movies Of All Time, According To Metacritic

Night of the Living Dead set a new standard for horror films and addressed significant social themes.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
10 months ago

Cinematic San Francisco: Free Film Festival of SF in Movies ("Alcatraz on the Silver Screen")

Jim Van Buskirk celebrates San Francisco's movie history in a four-part series at the San Francisco Main Library, highlighting iconic film locations and narratives.
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