The Ballad of Howard Beale: Why We Keep Misreading ‘Network’
"Good morning, Mr. Beale. They tell me you're a madman." Read More
July 26, 2023
Sidney Lumet
Watch ‘Joker,’ Then Watch These Movies
We recommend nine movies to watch after you see the new DC villain origin story. Read More
October 5, 2019
The Method of Sidney Lumet’s ‘Network’
With 'Network' on Broadway with Bryan Cranston, in 2018, we looked at what made Sidney Lumet's original film a masterclass… Read More
December 17, 2018
The Enhancing Nature of the Lens Plot
Watch this video essay about a cinematography technique that draws viewers deeper into the story. Read More
October 23, 2018
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
June 10, 2018
The Great Directors Who Went To The Extreme
An exploration of the ethics behind extreme filmmaking tactics. Read More
September 14, 2017
The Perfect Crime: The Dynamic Staging of ’12 Angry Men’
OR how to make a stage-play movie that isn’t static. Read More
August 8, 2017