Word and image: my top 10 books on film

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Word and image: my top 10 books on film
When I was asked to write Film: A Very Short Introduction – the book became the 300th in a series that covers topics from advertising to witchcraft, anaesthesia to the World Trade Organisation – I jumped at the possibility, because I took it as a …
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Cannes 2012: Director Christian Mungiu on Returning to the Fest With 'Beyond …
How can you top the incredible success of winning Cannes with your second film 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days? Cristian Mungiu: Probably I can't — but there is something else that concerns me more: I am not sure my understanding of cinema deepens as I …
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Cannes Film Festival: Our Top 10 Must-See Movies
"Certified Copy," the previous film from Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami, earned Juliette Binoche a best actress award at Cannes in 2010, but the film itself is one of the best examples of pure art-house filmmaking in the past few years.
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The Art of Film & TV Title Design | Off Book | PBS

Posted by on May 12, 2012 24 comments

The Art of Film & TV Title Design | Off Book | PBS

The credits are often the first thing we see when we watch a great film or TV show, but the complexity and artistry of title design is rarely discussed. Creators of title sequences are tasked to invent concepts that evoke the core story and themes of the production, and to create a powerful visual experience that pulls the viewer into the film’s world. In this episode we hear the stories of some of the most inventive people working in the field, including the creators of the iconic Mad Men sequence, the hilarious Zombieland opening and “rules” sequences, and the stirring end credits from Blue Valentine. Featuring: Peter Frankfurt and Karin Fong, Imaginary Forces Ben Conrad, Logan Jim Helton, Blue Valentine Music by: Revolution Void: www.jamendo.com Reno Project: www.jamendo.com Mindthings: www.jamendo.com Follow Off Book: Twitter: @pbsoffbook Tumblr: pbsarts.tumblr.com Produced by Kornhaber Brown: www.kornhaberbrown.com
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Kung Fu Fighting (Martial Arts Movie Documentary)

Posted by on May 9, 2012 42 comments

A documentary about martial arts movies, broadcast on BBC 2 in the UK in the mid 90′s.

The 2nd Annual MOVIE NIGHT OSCAR SPECIAL! CLICK TO SHARE ON TWITTER: clicktotweet.com Full list Of Oscar nominees — bit.ly My reactions / opinions video — bit.ly Rate Next Week’s Films: • This Means War — micropoll.com • Tower Heist — micropoll.com * Tweet a review with the #JPMN hashtag, and have it featured on the show! * Tonight’s Films, the 2011 Best Picture Nominees: • The Artist — Marvelous tribute to silent cinema, 9/10. • The Descendants — Emotional discovery, beautifully shot, acted, 8/10. • Extremely Loud And Incredibly Close — Extremely rewarding and incredibly portrayed, 9/10. • The Help — Affectingly moving, and immensely gratifying, 8/10. • Hugo — Visual marvel, with dreamlike execution, 10/10. • Midnight In Paris — Earnest romance that exploits nostalgia, 7/10. • Moneyball — Remarkable story, confident and engrossing, 7/10. • The Tree Of Life — Dreadfully pompous, if arrestingly photographed, 3/10. • War Horse — Heavy-handed inspiration of wartime, 7/10. • FACTOR FACTS • Enjoyment — How enjoyable is the film? Story ———- Is it interesting, are the characters well-written? Technical —- The editing, directing, and sound. Acting ——– Convincing, or just a script-reader? Visuals ——- Cinematography and special effects. Impact ——– Does it make you laugh/cry/feel? Pacing ——- Tempo appropriate within run-time? Validity ——- Given the environment, is it believable? Mood ——— Music, costumes, art-design. Re-Watch — Good …
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Latest Film Art News

Posted by on May 6, 2012 No comments

Artist Matthew Barney collaborates on locally produced Stupor zine
The collaborating artist this time is Matthew Barney — one of the world's biggest names in contemporary art. Barney specializes in film, sculpture, performance and drawing; he's best known for a series of experimental films known as "The Cremaster …
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The 2012 Ringling International Arts Festival in Sarasota: lineup announcement
By WADE TATANGELO — wtatangelo@bradenton.com The Ringling International Arts Festival returns Oct. 10-13 with dance, music, theater and, for the first time, a film series. The fourth annual festival at Ringling Center for the Arts in Sarasota also …
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Kempenaar & Larsen, WBEZ – Filmspotting

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Top 10 Worst Movie Adaptations

Posted by on April 16, 2012 24 comments

www.youtube.com Click here to watch Splinter Cell Conviction: Ten FTW (Top 10 Infiltration Moves)! Ten FTW: Top 10 Worst Movie Adaptations (S02E32) Dash and Brendon do their best Ebert and Roeper impressions as they discuss the top worst movie to video game adaptations. – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - Follow Machinima on Twitter! Machinima ‪twitter.com Inside Gaming ‪twitter.com Machinima Respawn ‪twitter.com Machinima Entertainment, Technology, Culture ‪twitter.com FOR MORE MACHINIMA, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE GAMEPLAY, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE SPORTS GAMEPLAY, GO TO: www.youtube.com TAGS: Ten FTW Top 10 TenFTW TFTW 10FTW yt:quality=high worst movie adaptations video games mortal combat superman et back to the future 2 two jaws ebert roeper robocop pig in the city fifth element 5th extra terrestrial jumper griffins story bebes kids friday the 13th thirteenth jason charlies angels
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Duel Of The Dragon

Posted by on April 10, 2012 25 comments

*** KUNG- FU Classic! *** A master teaches his pupil the secret “recipe” of Kung-Fu cooking. The most deadly of all entrées. This movie is hotter than sweet and sour pork. www.youtube.com

Liam Lynch – Lynchland: The Liam Lynch Podcast

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Dodge This! – Jin Han

Posted by on April 3, 2012 25 comments

Dodger interviews Jin Han, the designer, artist and film-maker extraordinaire behind the Yellow Tracksuit studio. This is an interview show in which those of gaming fame, nerdy fame, or general awesomeness discuss their work. Yellow Tracksuit: www.yellowtracksuit.com Jin doing Capcom Art: youtu.be Produced by: Dodger Leigh www.youtube.com Channing Sargent www.youtube.com www.twitter.com www.channingsargent.com Production Coordinator Will Lu www.youtube.com Camera Operators: Mike Schroeder, Brian Fisher www.youtube.com and Nathan Kitada www.youtube.com Edited by: Erin Lee www.youtube.com
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The Art Of Getting By Movie Trailer Official (HD)

Posted by on March 31, 2012 25 comments

The Art Of Getting By Movie Trailer Official (HD)

Facebook.com – Become a Fan! Twitter.com – Follow Us! The Art of Getting By hits theaters on June 17th, 2011. Cast: Freddie Highmore, Emma Roberts, Michael Angarano, Alicia Silverstone, Elizabeth Reaser, Rita Wilson, Blair Underwood, Sam Robards A lonely underachieving teen who is about to fail high school in the end of his senior year. He is befriended by his crush, a girl named Sally, but he is unable to express his feelings for her. His parents are fighting, and he must complete a year’s worth of homework in a two week period or face expulsion. The Art of Getting By trailer courtesy Fox Searchlight Pictures.
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Conner Layne (Christopher Masterson, “Malcolm in the Middle”) is about to embark on an adventure – just not the one he had planned. After discovering his fiance is having an affair with his best friend, he leaves her at the altar and heads off on his honeymoon alone. While experiencing the wonders that South America offers, he meets a friendly couple – Darlene (Brooke Burns, Host “Hole in the Wall”) and her husband, Christopher (Johnny Messner, “Tears of the Sun”), who are planning a dangerous trip across the Darien Gap. Along with a ragtag group of foreigners, they venture on a 100-mile long journey through the undeveloped jungle that separates Panama and Columbia. Ready to leave his past behind, Conner joins the unknown for the quest of a lifetime.
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