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The Best Sequels of the 21st Century: 'Blade Runner 2049,' 'The Last Jedi,' and More

Hollywood's sequels can be creatively impressive, showcasing new ideas and character depth.
Some sequels successfully revitalize cinematic universes and narratives.
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The 75 Greatest Horror Movies of All Time

Horror films provoke emotional responses, transcending stereotypes as they cover a vast range of themes and narratives, showcasing depth and artistic skill.

Pulp Fiction at 30: Quentin Tarantino's masterwork remains electric

Pulp Fiction redefined cinematic storytelling, blending genres while showcasing Tarantino's playful, confident style.

The Writer Who Directed, The Director Who Wrote: Every Frame a Painting Explores the Genius of Billy Wilder

Billy Wilder's use of sustained two-shots exemplifies a classic cinematic technique rarely seen in modern filmmaking.

Strange Darling's creators want you to disagree about what happens in the movie

Strange Darling subverts traditional genre expectations by challenging stereotypes about gender and serial killers.

Brian De Palma on Casting 'Carrie' and What Made Sissy Spacek Fit to Play a (Blood-Drenched) Prom Queen

Bouzereau's exploration of De Palma's films transcends critique, reflecting personal evolution through cinema and addressing broader themes of identity.
"The De Palma Decade" offers thematic insight into De Palma's most significant works, blending critical analysis with the author's own narrative.

Review: 'My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock' is a captivating watch for fans

Great directors create entire cinematic worlds, each with a unique aesthetic and thematic focus.
Alfred Hitchcock's distinctive style blends suspense, violence, and complex human emotions.

The 75 Greatest Horror Movies of All Time

Horror films provoke emotional responses, transcending stereotypes as they cover a vast range of themes and narratives, showcasing depth and artistic skill.

Pulp Fiction at 30: Quentin Tarantino's masterwork remains electric

Pulp Fiction redefined cinematic storytelling, blending genres while showcasing Tarantino's playful, confident style.

The Writer Who Directed, The Director Who Wrote: Every Frame a Painting Explores the Genius of Billy Wilder

Billy Wilder's use of sustained two-shots exemplifies a classic cinematic technique rarely seen in modern filmmaking.

Strange Darling's creators want you to disagree about what happens in the movie

Strange Darling subverts traditional genre expectations by challenging stereotypes about gender and serial killers.

Brian De Palma on Casting 'Carrie' and What Made Sissy Spacek Fit to Play a (Blood-Drenched) Prom Queen

Bouzereau's exploration of De Palma's films transcends critique, reflecting personal evolution through cinema and addressing broader themes of identity.
"The De Palma Decade" offers thematic insight into De Palma's most significant works, blending critical analysis with the author's own narrative.

Review: 'My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock' is a captivating watch for fans

Great directors create entire cinematic worlds, each with a unique aesthetic and thematic focus.
Alfred Hitchcock's distinctive style blends suspense, violence, and complex human emotions.
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The Most Anticipated Sci-Fi Sequel of the Decade Could Redefine the Entire Saga

Denis Villeneuve has successfully adapted Dune into films that satisfy both casual audiences and dedicated fans, with the potential for a new approach in Dune 3.
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'Heretic' Is a Delicious Spiral Into a Hell of Hugh Grant's Making

Heretic innovatively blends horror with spirituality as Hugh Grant's character confronts two resilient Mormon missionaries.

Strange Darling review grisly but audacious serial-killer horror outside the comfort zone

The film uses a non-linear narrative to explore dangerous sexual politics and horror tropes.

Let the Game Begin: "Saw" at 20 | Features | Roger Ebert

The 'Saw' franchise is characterized by its unique editing style, which enhances the tension and pacing of the film experience.

'Heretic' Is a Delicious Spiral Into a Hell of Hugh Grant's Making

Heretic innovatively blends horror with spirituality as Hugh Grant's character confronts two resilient Mormon missionaries.

Strange Darling review grisly but audacious serial-killer horror outside the comfort zone

The film uses a non-linear narrative to explore dangerous sexual politics and horror tropes.

Let the Game Begin: "Saw" at 20 | Features | Roger Ebert

The 'Saw' franchise is characterized by its unique editing style, which enhances the tension and pacing of the film experience.
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'Here' Review: Robert Zemeckis Rues Time Lost, Gained, and Wasted with a De-Aged Tom Hanks and Robin Wright

Zemeckis' 'Here' explores the vastness of life across time, blending personal and historical narratives seamlessly within a single location.

Inherit the Witch review like an am-dram theatre group doing a murder mystery party in an Airbnb

Inherit the Witch struggles between low-budget horror and family drama, ultimately failing to deliver a cohesive, engaging story.

'Here' Review: Robert Zemeckis Rues Time Lost, Gained, and Wasted with a De-Aged Tom Hanks and Robin Wright

Zemeckis' 'Here' explores the vastness of life across time, blending personal and historical narratives seamlessly within a single location.

Inherit the Witch review like an am-dram theatre group doing a murder mystery party in an Airbnb

Inherit the Witch struggles between low-budget horror and family drama, ultimately failing to deliver a cohesive, engaging story.
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Telluride Film Festival 2024: Nickel Boys, The Piano Lesson, September 5 | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Telluride Film Festival emphasizes politically and socially charged themes, with "Nickel Boys" exemplifying exceptional storytelling and emotional resonance.

Homicide' Is One of the Best TV Shows Ever. And It Is Finally Streaming

Homicide: Life on the Street is now streaming, reviving its unique storytelling and gripping character dynamics that redefine the cop show genre.

The Shocking Death That Has Devastated Gamers for Decades

Final Fantasy VII introduced a dramatic and emotionally impactful moment through the death of a key character, breaking traditional video game storytelling norms.
The game's director aimed to illustrate the gravity of loss and redefine storytelling in video games by implementing cinematic techniques similar to movies like Psycho.
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