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An Analysis of Quentin Tarantino and His Films
From Reservoir Dogs to Death Proof, Quentin Tarantino has firmly placed his stamp on popular culture. This is a look at his influence on cinema.
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Heath Ledger as The Joker
There is no denying the fact that Jack Nicholson accomplished something special in 1989 when he portrayed The Joker. Yet, it may soon be forgotten.
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A Film Analysis of The Dark Knight
It has been three years of anticipation but finally The Dark Knight has arrived in theatres. Was It worth the wait?
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An Analysis of Heat (1995)
Heat is a film which encompasses ideas and thematic foundations rarely seen in Hollywood productions. It desires epic grandeur and achieves it as a result.
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Early Reviews of The Dark Knight
Though it is not scheduled for release until mid-July, The Dark Knight has already been reviewed by many individuals who have some interesting things to say about it.
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The Return of Oasis
It has now been fourteen years since Oasis helped to change the face of rock n' roll. Within that span of time, the band has undergone tremendous alterations.
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars Film
It has now been 31 years since Star Wars unveiled itself to the world and altered society's perception of popular culture. Now, the franchise is set to return once again.
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Entourage: The Movie
With the recent success of Sex and the City, rumors have begun to circulate about a possible film focusing on Vincent Chase and his entourage.
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Scar Tissue by Anthony Kiedis
Scar Tissue is a vivid recreation of a life fuelled by impulse and pleasure and how it eventually leads one on the path to their own destruction.
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Kevin Smith's New Comedy Film
Is Kevin Smith still capable of dazzling audiences with his witty dialogue and comic banter as he once did fourteen years ago with Clerks?
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Film, History and Society
Film has many important qualities but none may be greater then its ability to educate about the histories of the world.
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A Film Review of Rambo (2008)
Sylvester Stallone is now in his 60s but that has not prevented him from attempting to recapture the glory of one of his most beloved characters, John Rambo.
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Indiana Jones 4 Review
On May 22, 2008, the fourth installment of Indiana Jones was finally released entitled Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Was it worth the wait?
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Action Films in the 1980s
The 1980s action film was more then just mindless entertainment. The genre actually served a purpose in restructuring the American identity during the Reagan era.
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Anchorman 2
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy was a tremendous financial success in 2004. Now, after persistent rumours, there appears to be a sequel in the works.
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The History of Indiana Jones
On May 22, 2008, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull will be released. To understand the magnitude of this moment, one must be aware of its history.
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Iron Man: The Movie
Iron Man is an unbelievably entertaining film but at its core, it is about something of great interest to the entire world.
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Joe Pesci in Goodfellas
There have been many villains who have graced the screens of Hollywood features in the past but none may be as memorable or feared as Joe Pesci's Tommy DeVito.
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Women, Sex and Music
It has become appallingly obvious that the music industry will do anything to promote a female singer. Even if it means sexualizing her for the benefit of record sales.
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Ryan Gosling: The Biography
Though still quite young, Ryan Gosling has managed to resist the temptation of Hollywood. He has remained true to himself and has continued to deliver great performances.
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Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children
Final Fantasy 7 is perhaps the most influential game in the past ten years and, as a result, has led to a film based sequel. Can the film live up to its predecessor?
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Jack Nicholson as The Joker
Jack Napier has been set up by his boss and is destroyed by Batman. However, he reemerges as The Joker and vows to destroy Gotham City while Batman struggles to save it.
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Velvet Revolver Fires Lead Singer
Over the past few months, there have been many persistent rumors about the escalating dissension within Velvet Revolver. It has now culminated with an apparent firing.
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Steven Spielberg's Jaws
'Jaws' is considered one of the greatest cinematic masterpieces of all time. This is largely due to the time and concentration spent on the nature of its characters.
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Jaws
Thirty three years ago, a young director, by the name of Steven Spielberg, overcame many obstacles to deliver a pulse-pounding adventure story bent on redefining fear.
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Seinfeld-Ten Years Later
It has been nearly ten years since the final episode of 'Seinfeld' aired and it is still as relevant and important as ever. Why was this sitcom so influential to so many?
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Arrested Development: The Movie?
In recent months, talks have intensified on a proposed Arrested Development film. Only time will tell if it comes into fruition.
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake?
For almost three years now, a remake of Final Fantasy VII has been rumored for the Playstation 3 but, as of yet, there has been no one willing to verify this report.
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The Controversial Rockstar Games
Has Rockstar Games positively altered video game culture or have they merely assisted in the deconstruction of the values and codes governing present day society?
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Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto
Rockstar Games is not afraid to push the limits to accomplish a dream they believe in. As a result, they have created some of the most influential games available today.
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Curious Case of Benjamin Button
To understand the importance of David Fincher's contribution to the world of cinema, one must recognize and revisit the iconic films he has created in the past.
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Entourage: Season Five Delayed
The Writer's Strike has now officially ended but that does not mean that television will return to any form of normality any time soon.
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Hollywood and The Artist
Should film be more concerned about art and education or about profits and entertainment? Or is it possible for these elements to eventually coincide with one another?
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Women, Sex and Film
Women are rarely treated with any sort of respect in film. Their constant struggle for equality has had many breakthroughs but has so far failed to impress Hollywood.
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Independent Film in the 1980s
Perhaps the biggest mistake Hollywood ever made was to ignore the emergence of a new breed of artist. An artist who was more concerned with expression then profit.
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Film Adaptation
When studios attempt to adapt a form of literature, they strive to create a visualization of an imagined world. Rarely do they succeed.
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1990s: Independent Film
During the 1990s, film regained its status as an artform. Independant film had become prominent once again and, as a result, forced Hollywood into a jeopardized state.
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The Summer Blockbuster
The Summer Blockbuster changed Hollywood. Studios had regained control of the system and once again the film world evolved into something other than an art-form.
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The Films of the 1970s
The films of the 1970's were attempts to explore the mindsets of a society undergoing tremendous change through honest portrayals of real people
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Writer's Guild of America Strike
Will the writer's strike eventually bring about the end of entertainment as we know it?
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