Director: Nicolas Winding Refn
In an age of blockbusters, auteurs are becoming few and far between. A true artistic style is often homogenised within …
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Modern Take on Film Noir
Neo noir owes much to film noir, with the themes of storytelling being hallmarks of both genres.
Genre: Comedy
Just because a film is funny does not necessarily mean it is a comedy.
THE LIGHTHOUSE: A Cinematic Descent Into Madness
This odd and very unique tale chooses not to conform to most traditional storytelling methods.
Film Technique: The Long Take
When you think of Stanley Kubrick and long takes you probably think of A Clockwork Orange but believe it or …
Genre: Satire
“Gentlemen! You cannot fight in here! This is the War Room!” This iconic line is shouted by a fictional US …
CITY OF GOD: A Visceral Chronicle of Violence
Raw, intoxicating, and sometimes too much to stomach, City of God is a coming-of-age film where growing up is not …
THE THIRD MAN: Classic Film History
The titles fade in over the vibrating strings of a zither, playing a joyful ditty that is sure to get …
Genre: Neo-Noir
Few genres are as instantly recognizable as Film Noir. During the 40s and 50s Hollywood produced a large collection of …
