Madison Brek

Enjoys watching sunrises and sunsets, but prefers watching the Richard Linklater trilogy.

‘Night Moves’ and Film Noir Masculinity

Gene Hackman's Harry Moseby is a character navigating the neo-noir landscape as a different kind of man. Read More

Paul Thomas Anderson, Jonny Greenwood and the Creative Partnership of the Decade

How two of today’s most important artists found each other and created three defining works of the 2010s. Read More

‘Blue Velvet’ and the Blinding Light of Love

On trauma and sincerity in David Lynch’s 1986 film. Read More

Talking Westerns and Perfect Shots with Vincent D’Onofrio

The legendary actor discusses the origins of his new film 'The Kid' and working with both longtime collaborators and new… Read More

The Cinematography of ‘Cold War’

Oscar-nominated DP Lukasz Żal discusses his aesthetic influences, stylistic choices, and the intimate nature of working on such a personal… Read More

‘Suspiria,’ ‘Rosemary’s Baby,’ and the Two Types of Body Horror

A look at women's bodies, the patriarchy, and villainy in two horror masterpieces. Read More

25 Magical Pop Music Moments in Wes Anderson Films

A tribute to some perfect soundtracks. Read More

Love and Murder ‘In a Lonely Place’

How Nicholas Ray's 1950 film blends the two to elevate film noir. Read More

John Cazale’s Unparalleled Cinematic Legacy

The character actor only appeared in 5 movies before his death at age 42, but every single one was nominated… Read More