I have an odd relationship with this film, it entertained me from start to finish, and at no point did it drag or feel grueling. Some might chock that up to good pacing, but I’d chock it up to lots and lots of brainless and inconsequential explosions. Let me be honest with you for a second, I secretly enjoy a lot of films because I know they’re bad, but that doesn’t make them any less enjoyable. This film is going to fit nicely into that collection of films I liked more than my brain tells me I should have. A lot of people are going to…
When I was asked to make this speech I imagined you would all like to hear about how wonderful the films are you about to see; how technically correct and innovative they are and how great is the acting and the photography you will witness. I am sure this is true of many of them but I feel compelled to take a more serious approach tonight.…
maturing sentiment, whatever is left of the film plainly plays out throughout a week, similar to…
The beginning sequence hooks viewers with an array of suspense that epitomises the classic sci-fi sequence. Lighting, sound and fantastic acting grasp the viewer in ore of what lies ahead.…
Everyone from Scarlett Johansson to Hilary Swank to Josh Hartnett looks great in late 1940s costume, but the performances are rough. There are times when Hartnett and Johansson appear stiff, and Swank goes over-the-top on at least one occasion. She is outdone in the overacting category only by Fiona Shaw (playing her mother), who delivers enough ham to feed a crowd. The most consistent performer is Aaron Eckhart. Mia Kirshner is also effective but because of the nature of her role, she appears only in film clips of Short's Hollywood auditions (the first time we "meet" the character, she's a…
Over a period of time, specific audiences construct expectations of different types of media, related to either what they have been told, or perhaps what the media have exposed them to in the past. Indeed, it could be argued that the success of a film to a large degree, rests on whether or not such expectations are met, surpassed, else the audience successfully surprised. Certainly, such expectations have to be addressed by the film, if it is to be considered satisfying for the audience, and in this way, elements within the film, such as character representations, the narrative and cinematography are all important components which allow this to be achieved. Additionally, the social and political context in which the film is being viewed must be considered, as it is against this background that their expectations will have been formed.…
To demonstrate how the cinematography of the film facilitated the understanding of the film’s theme, it is imperative to mention long shots. The use of long shots throughout the film allowed viewers to be transported to very specific…
Its bet to choose something from a film you know well and is important that you’ve seen the entire movie before and know it well whether it is a blockbuster Hollywood production or a small independent effort, has a number of elements that come together in order to guide the audience through the arc of the story. The actors may be the most visible elements on the screen, but a number of other craftsmen had to perform a lot of other functions in order to get that finished film in front of an audience. If you are interested in analyzing why one movie succeeds and another fails, it is important to understand how collaborative filmmaking really is. To really have a handle on why movies work, it's helpful if you watch a number of films in different genres to understand the conventions of each. A great way to watch lots of films at home is by using stream online movies; this excellent site boasts one of the world's largest databases of legal films available for streaming online.…
Since the invention of film, many movies have earned their place as benchmarks in cinema history, such as Casablanca, citizen kane, and The Wizard of Oz. All of these have been (and still are) looked upon as iconic examples of creative and intuitive filmmaking. In today’s society, films are chock full of special effects, whether its gunshots, explosions, or aliens; some films nowadays can even make money without a good plot, peppering the viewer with nonstop action sequences with no thought for story or character development (Avatar, Transformers, etc.) There are millions of people that go to see movies like this every year and are entertained, but experienced moviegoers are not so enthralled by this action marinated idiocy. Good action movies are written and directed by people that care equally about visuals and characters, and not just spewing special effects at the observer and hoping the flood of mindless paraphernalia will provide them with money to create a string of equally bad sequels and knockoffs. The Matrix, (written and directed by the wachowski Brothers) is one such movie. It perfectly melds together underlying symbolism, special effects, and Visual style to create one of the greatest science fiction films of all time.…
For a film to be successful it is vital that the target audience is at the heart of all key decisions mad. These are the people who will ultimately make the film a success or see the film as a major flop.…
With seemingly never-ending advancements in technology, permanent standards cannot be set for what can be loved, created, or blown up in a film. Yet the most popular examples of modern media are ones to which audiences can relate; not films with the most explosions or high-tech graphics. For example, The Passion directed by Mel Gibson is raking in hundreds of millions at the box office. Regardless of the sensitive subject matter, the film draws large crowds because a large demographic of audience members can relate to and understand the topic at hand. On the contrary, Guillermo Del Toro's Hellboy, another comic book adaptation to film, has done only a fraction of The Passion's sales. However, in either example of film, the viewer would like to remain just that; a viewer. It is highly doubtful that anybody would want to either suffer in Jerusalem or encounter "Hellboy" in a dark alley. The same can be said for the viewer of American Splendor. Pekar, although a successful underground comic writer, does not possess the qualities that any audience member would want to have. However, while critics may not care to trade lives with Pekar, they will certainly give credit where credit is earned.…
What does one get when they mix the creativity of film-making and the unconscious imagination? Alien, the film. This exciting science-fiction film was directed by Ridley Scott in 1979. This film captures and possesses an array of qualities, all of which contribute to its overall success. In fact, one of the more predominant qualities that exists in this film is the use of suspense and surprises to encompass the illusion of fantasy. Thus, the purpose of this analysis is to describe some of these qualities and illustrate how they, together, create an exceptional mise-en-scene and ultimately provide the audience with endless opportunities to become engaged,…
Movies in this modern era can make one feel emotions without that individual even noticing. The amount thought put into movies is so overwhelming; the making of every aspect of any given movie is pre-determined. Although movies are not real, they can immerse one in genuine feelings and emotions. The movie V for Vendetta projects a very motivational and deep mood by the use of cinematography, sound, and by the amazing costume design.…
The message of the film to me is, if you put your mind to it you can accomplish…
When I arrived at the theatre to see the movie Life of Pi¸ I was exhausted. I had an architecture project that was due and I was on little to no sleep. I thought that the movie was going to be a bore and I would take the time to take a nap, but when the move started after the twenty minutes of commercials, it started to get to me. After the ship wreck the director had my full attention. Even though I was hungry and bought a large soda and popcorn so then I was guaranteed free refills I wasn’t leaving my seat. The simplicity of the movie was engaging and the moral ethics behind how Pi survived while he was at sea was magnetic. I was just in awe the whole time.…