Stories are shaped by the medium used to tell them. Filmmakers in particular can take advantage of a variety of different techniques and technologies to tell their stories visually and auditorily. As new technologies are developed so too do the creative possibilities change. It is disputed exactly how long virtual reality as a concept has […]
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Indie Films You’ve Got to See in 2015
The first half of the year has given us a number of standout indie releases, from Thomas Vinterberg’s “Far From the Madding Crowd” to documentary’s like “The Kidnapping of Michel Houellebecq.” There are simply too many quality titles released during this year to highlight them all, so I’ve had to select but a fraction of these, […]
Highs and Lows of Cinema 2014—Part 1
As a film critic I watch lots of movies. That’s a pretty obvious statement, right? Of course, most of the year is taken up with new releases, but I spend a good amount of time watching older flicks and the ones that slipped through the net last year. I hate it when that happens! So, […]
10 Great Modern Scandinavian Films
As it turns out there is more to Scandinavian cinema than just Ingmar Bergman and bleak, wintry black and white films which contemplate the human condition, religion and death. A new generation of young filmmakers are challenging old stereotypes and forging exciting new ground. The current landscape of Nordic cinema is very exciting. Some of […]
10 Fascinating Indie Films to watch in 2014
International festivals like Sundance are a breeding ground for the hottest indie films of the year. If a film gets a rapturous reception or wins one of the many prestigious awards on offer, then it stands a much better chance of scoring a distribution deal. 2014 looks set to be a bumper year for independent […]