Los Angeles is an overpopulated city, yet it is depicted as a silent milieu of isolation. Mann provides us with a canvas of the great city, only one we’ve never laid eyes on before. A car driving through an empty highway, flickering city lights of a silent night, an empty apartment reflecting an endless ocean,Continue reading “Film Analysis: Michael Mann’s Portrayal of Los Angeles”
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Film Analysis: “Grave of the Fireflies”
I’ll go ahead and say it: Grave of the Fireflies, directed by Isao Takahata and animated by Studio Ghibli, is the greatest animated film ever made. It is the most haunting, heart-wrenching and tragic tale ever told on film, and that includes live-action films, as well. If you thought Mufasa’s death or Bambi losing her mumContinue reading “Film Analysis: “Grave of the Fireflies””
Film Analysis: “Running Scared”
With the recent passing of Paul Walker, I thought it would be best to honor his memory by visiting his most accomplished film to date. Running Scared is a cinematic beast that flew under the radar and has since earned a small cult following that will probably breed more fans as time goes by. History won’t rememberContinue reading “Film Analysis: “Running Scared””
Film Analysis: “Gravity”
Alfonso Cuaron’s Gravity is shaping up to be the best-reviewed film of the year. The bulk of the praise is going to the groundbreaking photography and Sandra Bullock’s moving performance. As the posters will let you know, everyone in Hollywood is over the moon for this film. Some have been calling it the best space film everContinue reading “Film Analysis: “Gravity””
Film Analysis: “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind”
Every couple of years I stumble upon a film that transcends its traditional entertainment purposes and goes for something more divine, ambitious and philosophical. When a film like this comes along, it reassures me that film is indeed the greatest art form of our time. Movies that had that awe-inspiring effect on me include: “LastContinue reading “Film Analysis: “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind””
Film Analysis: “The Grey”
On his last day on the job, John Ottway sits in a bar full of workers. Most are involved in a violent brawl, but he sits alone isolated and unbothered by his surroundings. His sad eyes seem lost in thoughts of hopelessness. As he walks out in the cold mist to a remote spot, weContinue reading “Film Analysis: “The Grey””
Film Review: “Maverick” ★★★★★ (5/5)
“Maverick” starts with the protagonist in the middle of nowhere. He helplessly sits on a horse; his neck is at the end of a noose tied to a tree branch. The men who put him in this vulnerable situation surround him. They drop a bag containing a snake and ride away. If the horse bolts,Continue reading “Film Review: “Maverick” ★★★★★ (5/5)”
Film Analysis: “V for Vendetta”
During the revolution Egyptians referenced “V for Vendetta” more frequently than any other work of art. Protestors held up signs that read “Remember, remember the 25 of January.” On the internet, Photoshop was used to alter Pharaoh Tout Ankh Amoun’s face into a Fawkes smile. Sarah Abdel Rahman, an activist who ended up on TIMEContinue reading “Film Analysis: “V for Vendetta””
Film Analysis: “On the Waterfront”
Elia Kazan’s “On the Waterfront” has been discussed endlessly by film fans, critics and film historians. It’s easy to see why, for “On the Waterfront” can be studied from various perspectives. On the one hand the film reflects a time in history when some Americans named names before the House of Un-American Activities CommitteeContinue reading “Film Analysis: “On the Waterfront””
Film Analysis: “The Terminator” and “T2: Judgment Day”
The first two “Terminator” movies were to me what “Star Wars” was to previous generations. Every kid wanted to be Eddie Furlong. The prospect of having a badass mother who didn’t freak out when you grabbed a gun was overwhelming. On top of that young John Connor had his very own Terminator to command!! WhenContinue reading “Film Analysis: “The Terminator” and “T2: Judgment Day””
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