The Rise of the Concert Film
The rise of the concert film may mark the start of a new era in cinematic and musical fusion.
Film Genres
We dissect your favourite genres — drama, horror, sci-fi, you name it! — and offer notes for a better understanding of their codes and conventions.
Top Music Documentaries To See
Music documentaries offer audiences a chance to witness the tumultuous lives, soaring triumphs, and often tragic downfalls of iconic artists.
The Dystopian Film: Codes and Conventions Explained
In the realm of cinema, few genres captivate and challenge our imaginations quite like dystopian films. These cinematic journeys thrust us into unsettling futures where societies have crumbled, governments have turned oppressive, and humanity teeters on the brink. Dystopian films aren't just about entertainment; they're …
The Crime/Thriller Genre: Film Codes and Conventions Explained
Murder, armed robbery, conspiracy, betrayal; the crime genre has brought us some of cinema’s most ruthless villains and enigmatic heroes.
The Spy Film: History and Tropes Explained
Discover the fascinating history and essential elements of the spy film genre in Hollywood.
Barbenheimer: Creative Examples of Film Counterprogramming
Explore the Barbenheimer Effect in cinema, showcasing how contrasting film pairings, from 'The Matrix' to 'Mamma Mia!,' amplify mutual success through counterprogramming.
The Action Genre: Codes and Conventions Explained
Tapping into the most primal of storytelling, thrill-seeking, and wry humour, the action movie is hard-wired into mainstream cinema. Driving things forward - violence, car chases, revenge, and killer one-liners. History The first action movie, arguably, is The Great Train Robbery (1903). Not only revolutionising narrative storytelling …
How Streaming Services Redefined Film Subgenres
Netflix and other streaming services have altered the film industry in more ways than one. Netflix used to rent DVDs out via mail before streaming video. It was a time when the Watchlist meant everything. Netflix's Watchlist allowed you to prioritise the DVDs you wanted to …
