Are There Any East German Horror Movies?
With the heavy censorship of all East German art, horror films were few and far between before the wall came down.
What Role Does Language Play in “Contempt”?
"Contempt" contains dialogue in four languages shuffled between the characters by an interpreter.
How is Rebecca in “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” a Groundbreaking Modern Protagonist?
"Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" protagonist Rebecca Bunch is one of the darkest characters on TV, in one of the season's brightest shows.
How is Potter in “It’s a Wonderful Life” Able to Go Unpunished for His Theft?
Despite being a criminal act on film during the Hays era, Potter in "It's a Wonderful Life" technically gets away with stealing $8,000. Are the film's implied moral consequences…
What is the Role of Family in “Jane the Virgin”?
"Jane the Virgin" acknowledges the power of family to both harm and nurture.
Does Cinderella Have More Agency in Her Story in the 2015 Remake than in the 1950 Cartoon?
The 2015 remake of "Cinderella" attempted to create a stronger character that takes a more active role in her own story than the original 1950 animated film.
How Did “White Christmas” Showcase the Costuming Talents of Edith Head?
Costume designer Edith Head provided the wardrobe for "White Christmas" and rendered the costuming one of the film's most memorable qualities.
How Did Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” Song Become Such a Huge Hit?
"White Christmas" was the best-selling song in America for 50 years, and lives on as a holiday favorite.
Can “Die Hard” Be Considered a Christmas Movie?
"Die Hard" obviously wasn't created to be a holiday film, but its appreciation as one is understandable. It all depends on how each individual person perceives the story.
At the End of “Inside Out,” Why Did Joy Give Sadness the Core Emotions?
Near the end of "Inside Out," Joy comes to the conclusion that Riley will be better off knowing the emotional polarities of life and allows Sadness to give her influence on Riley's…
How Did “Brooklyn” Director John Crowley Guide Saoirse Ronan’s Performance?
Director John Crowley describes how he and Saoirse created her critically-acclaimed performance in "Brooklyn."
How Does Hitchcock’s Camera Techniques and Use of Space in “The Birds” Build the Film’s Atmosphere?
Hitchcock proves in each of his films that he is a master of control in framing and angles to achieve the emotional effects he wants at any given moment, and "The Birds" is a chief…