The Narrative Immersion of the Tracking Shot
Watch this video essay that demonstrates how tracking shots take audiences into and through a film along with the characters.
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How to Successfully Begin a Movie
Watch a video essay that shows why an opening sequence has the power to make or break everything that comes after.
Every ‘Simpsons’ ‘Treehouse of Horror’ Special Ranked
Celebrating the most iconic annual Halloween special on TV, 29 years and counting.
‘Doctor Sleep’ Sets Itself Apart From Stanley Kubrick’s ‘The Shining’
The upcoming Stephen King adaptation adds Zahn McClarnon, Carl Lumbly, and Alex Essoe.
Mike Flanagan Will Direct ‘The Shining’ Sequel
'Doctor Sleep' will revisit Danny Torrance as an adult.
Fantastic Video Essays by Women and Where to Find Them
Is your video essay watchlist a bit of a boys club? Don't worry. We’re here to help. I watch a lot of video essays. You probably do too. They’re the hot new thing in film analysis and with good reaso…
Before ‘The Shining:’ The Clips that Inspired Kubrick
The influences of one of horror's most influential films.
The Haunted Writers of ‘Barton Fink’ and ‘The Shining’
An exclusive video essay.