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What Does the Ending of “Inception” Really Mean?

What happened at the end of "Inception" and what it says about the state of the film as a whole is one of the most-discussed cinematic subjects of the decade.

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How Does “Mi Amiga Del Parque” Universalize the Fears of Parenthood?

"Mi Amiga Del Parque" tells a universal story of new parenthood through everyday, realistic details.

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Talk with the Cast: Actor Jayson Warner Smith on “Birth of a Nation” and “Christine”

ScreenPrism talked with character actor Jayson Warner Smith about his two Sundance movies at the 2016 film festival.

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What is the Meaning of the Ending of “Do the Right Thing”?

In "Do the Right Thing," Spike Lee's aesthetic choices reflect the impossible situation of racism in the U.S.

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What is the Significance of the Opening Scene in “The Philadelphia Story”?

The violence in the opening scene of "The Philadelphia Story" is emblematic of the film's project of humbling its headstrong heroine.

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Did the Writers Initially Intend for Mac to be Gay in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia”?

In later seasons of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," the writers pursue Mac's overt homosexuality. Does Mac repress his sexuality in earlier seasons, or did the writers make…

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What Made Frank Capra One of the Most Successful Hollywood Directors of the 1930s?

Through time-honored classics like "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" and "It's a Wonderful Life," Capra has arguably shaped our idea of the American Dream more than any other…

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Ask the Filmmakers: Sundance Kids’ “Snowtime!” Producer and Director Answer ScreenPrism’s Questions

The director and producer of "Snowtime!" discuss animation on a budget, a painterly 3D style and the challenge of updating a beloved Quebec classic.

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To Which Genre Does “The Man in the White Suit” Belong?

"The Man in the White Suit" is a dour English comedy from classic Ealing studios, but also substantially a science fiction picture.

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How has “The Hollars” director John Krasinski transitioned from actor to director?

John Krasinski unveiled "The Hollars" at Sundance, his second directorial effort.

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How is “Tallulah” inspired by real life events?

Find out what inspired the story of "Tallulah"and the characters in it.

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The Filmmaker’s Handbook: How are low angle shots used?

Low-angle shots can be used to make a character look more imposing or important, amplify drama, and serve a film's themes.

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