#film-analysis

#film-analysis

As children, we are taught, by parents and supportive adults which behaviors are expected to navigate our society successfully. One aspect of this learning includes adopting societal norms and a moral code that determines when interactions and situations are deemed "right" and "wrong."

The original show remains timeless, and newer fans may do well to revisit an earlier sequel, Sex and the City: The Movie, despite its critical reception.

Antonioni is the godfather of films about our empty and alienated modernity, so it's only fitting to begin our list with a film depicting one of the most depressing holidays in the history of cinema. A band of beautiful Italians chart a celebratory yacht trip even though mild resentment and dissatisfaction linger in each of their relationships, but they are shocked when Anna (Lea Massari) disappears without trace on a rocky island midway through the film.

Walter Thirsk is portrayed as a deeply conflicted character, grappling with his grief and the challenges facing his community in medieval Scotland. While he has leadership qualities, his inability to take action makes him a complex figure. Caleb Landry Jones embraced the challenge of portraying Walter not as a traditional hero, but as someone who is detached and searching for his place amidst chaos.

Arachnophobia can be counted among the handful that have their own unique identity, considering its surprising direction by Frank Marshall, a longtime Spielberg producer and collaborator.

The film begins with an intriguing bang—with the tribal members hunting down the vampire leader—but then they completely disappear from the narrative.

Nashville is an ensemble piece with about two dozen characters, exploring a cultural divide in America that has persisted since the Civil War and continues to this day.

Naruse's essential 1955 film Floating Clouds employs enough exterior shots to convey the destruction and shock of Japan's defeat in WWII, creating a dismal contrast with the sun-dappled Indochina woods.

The Old Guard 2, a sequel released five years later, ends abruptly without a definitive conclusion, setting the stage for a potential The Old Guard 3.

Takashi Miike's 'Audition' and 'Ichi The Killer' explore violence and psychosexual dynamics, showcasing the director's stylistic flair through contrasting narratives and visual styles.

Sonny doesn't win in the end because he drives harder or takes more risks. He wins because he finds calm.

M3gan's second chance to be a better, more lethal friend in 2.0 allows viewers to explore horror's iconic dolls, showcasing both their potential for friendship and danger.

Six decades ago, when the glamour of the sport was peaking, Frankenheimer set out to capture its thrill, daring and inescapable danger.

Condon's performance in Unleashed paints her as a hopeful ray of light amidst darkness, showcasing her talent before shining in F1: The Movie.

CEOs would be nothing without the labor of their (typically) underpaid employees, and the unfairness of that reality seems to be what's causing all the chaos in director Yorgos Lanthimos' upcoming film, Bugonia.

Controlled by humans, the iconic puppets have been voiced by actors like Dave Goelz (Gonzo), Frank Oz (Miss Piggy, Animal, and Fozzie Bear), Richard Hunt (Scooter and Statler), among many others, and of course, Kermit the Frog is guided by Jim Henson himself. Puppet shows are typically performed in a box so that the puppeteers can hide beneath the set, but what happens when they head out into the real world, lower extremities and all?

It was refreshing to watch this film after now having sat through 30 years' worth of biopics of various musical figures. This movie removes pretty much all the baloney that most biopics think they need to include.

Boyle and Garland had a simple answer: 'We took a genre, and fucked with it.' This is how they revitalized the zombie flick with 28 Days Later.

The series will live on indefinitely, not just through beloved originals, but through the now-timeless art of the Die Hard ripoff.

Zombie movies are scary because they render the intimate so impersonal that we have to admit there's no difference between them, making '28 Days Later' particularly unsettling.

The Last Witch Hunter showcases Vin Diesel's ability to lead a film that deserves further exploration of its expansive lore, rather than being sidelined like most flops.

Kevin's face hollows, his eyes deaden, and we see his soul drain from his body. 'How'd you find out?' he says in a level, diminished tone that rings with years of trauma.

For nearly a century, filmmakers have been questioning what happens when technology becomes so advanced and self-aware that the machines we invent turn against the humans who created them.

There's no such thing as a sure thing in Hollywood. Just ask Marvel Studios, now resembling a busted slot machine in Skegness.

In a fairy tale world, an absence of magic can make the story more relatable, allowing viewers to connect deeply with themes of love, friendship, and grief.

The movie introduces new elements to the Predator franchise, including unique Predator designs and historical fight settings, expanding the lore significantly.

In the film 'Sinners,' the emotional stakes rise dramatically, particularly in a deleted scene showcasing the construction of the juke joint that foreshadows the impending tragedy.

In this film, vampires serve not just as horror elements but as metaphors for institutional racism, illustrating how it drains the life and joy from African Americans.

"While the movie says that 'Ohana' means 'nobody gets left behind,' Lilo is literally left behind in Hawaii," wrote Robert Pitman of ScreenRant.

Schlesinger's 1965 film offers a vibrant romantic satire of swinging London, tackling themes of love and societal norms with wit, ambition, and a modern lens.