What is Cinema Verite? According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica it is a French film movement of the 1960s that provided a naturalistic approach to film making. This was achieved in a completely opposite way to traditional film direction. Instead of following the usual techniques of shooting sound and action together […]
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For Which Film Did John Wayne Win His Only Oscar?
John Wayne was one of the greats of the golden age of Hollywood, appearing in 179 movies in a career that spanned decades. His first performances were in the silent films of the 1920s and his career continued right into the 1970s and until his death in 1979. His first […]
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What is an Indie Film (And How to Get Started Making One)
An indie film is an independent film that is produced outside of the established film studio system. An indie film can be any length, from a feature film to a short film of only a few minutes and generally an indie film will be made on a limited budget. If […]
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What is a Feature Film (and What are the Best Upcoming Feature Films in 2021)?
A film is considered a feature film if it has a running length that is considered long enough to be the main part of an entertainment program. So although the term feature film sounds like it should mean blockbuster, the real definition is that it should be long enough to […]
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How to Become a Film Director
The film director has arguably the most important role in film making because it is the director’s vision that lifts the story from the written word and brings it to life on the screen. So if you are wondering how to become a film director the answer is that you […]
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TV Shows We Can’t Get Enough Of in 2021
We are all watching a lot of TV right now and luckily there is a fantastic range of shows and programs in all genres, to keep us satisfied. So what are the TV shows we can’t get enough of in 2021? Let’s take a look at some of the most […]
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Tips on ‘How to Make a Short Film’ for Beginners
Although making a film can cost billions of dollars you don’t need to have an unlimited budget to make a small film yourself. However you do need to have some equipment and a plan in place before you start. So if you are wondering how to make a short film […]
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Why Some Blockbuster Films Were Released in Theaters and on HBO Simultaneously in 2021 April
The Coronavirus pandemic has changed the whole landscape of the movie business. And with many people unable or reluctant to visit the movie theaters, streaming services have become increasingly important. Although the pandemic has had a profound effect on the movie industry, it is important to remember that the movie […]
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What is Film Noir?
Many people keep hearing of the term “film noir” without knowing exactly what it is. Som tends to associate it with femme fatale and detetectives running about in black and white. So, what is film noir? What are the examples? How do you identify it? These and more are questions […]
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The Film ‘Citizen Kane’ was Based on the Life of which Man?
The movie “Citizen Kane” was based on the life of Charles Foster Kane. After its release in three-quarters of a century in 1941, Citizen Kane is still making waves. The mystery behind the masterpiece is one that everyone seems to still marvel at all the time. Constantly, Citizen Kane has […]