How David Lynch Manipulates Language
The famously cryptic creator is known for his weird way with words, but does his work reveal any deeper truths… Read More
April 13, 2018
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The Reflections Between Disney and Studio Ghibli
Placing the legendary Japanese studio in conversation with beloved American films reveals some fascinating parallels — but also highlights the crucial… Read More
April 10, 2018
The Cinematographic References of ‘Annihilation’
The creepy, captivating sci-fi film has strands of Andrei Tarkovsky and the 'Alien' franchise in its DNA, but here are… Read More
April 5, 2018
The Visual Effects Secrets of ‘Paddington 2’
Get an inside look at how the VFX crew of 'Paddington 2' simulated the presence of its lovably lifelike ursine… Read More
April 4, 2018
Why Location Typography Matters On Screen
What's in a location title font? A lot, actually. Read More
March 30, 2018
The Subconscious Reflections of ‘Columbus’
Kogonada's quietly sublime debut finally gets the video essay treatment. Read More
March 27, 2018
Why Pop Culture Is Obsessed With The 1980s Right Now
Are we approaching '80s nostalgia fatigue? Read More
March 26, 2018
The Fantasy and Feminism of Lara Croft
The legendary video game heroine might have originated as a male fantasy, but she's also a bona fide action hero. Read More
March 22, 2018
Hitchcock’s Portrayals of Women, Intimacy, and Sexual Violence
Alfred Hitchcock's iconic heroines still haunt our perceptions of modern female fear and desire. Read More
March 19, 2018