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In “The Revenant,” what is the significance of the final shot?

In the final shot of "The Revenant," DiCaprio's character turns to look into the camera before the credits roll.

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The One To Watch For Love Between Friends: “Parks and Recreation” S7E4 - “Leslie and Ron”

Amy Poehler shows how she earned that SAG nomination when she's locked in a room with Nick Offerman.

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Ask the Expert: “Brooklyn” Cinematographer Yves Bélanger answers ScreenPrism’s questions

The cinematographer of "Brooklyn," "Wild" and "Dallas Buyers Club" answers our questions.

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The Filmmaker’s Handbook: What is a POV shot?

A POV shot is a shot filmed from the character's point of view, essentially bringing the viewer into the film.

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Where and how was “Bridge of Spies” filmed?

"Bridge of Spies" was shot in many authentic locations for its story, adding a rich sense of realism to the historical plot.

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How is “My Fair Lady” a theatrical film?

What makes "My Fair Lady" so theatrical?

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What is auteur theory?

What is auteur theory and who are some notable auteurs?

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What was so unconventional about the production of “Beat the Devil”?

John Huston had a script for a film called Beat the Devil (1953). The film was cast, production was soon to begin, and John Huston realized he hated the script. On a stopover in Rome, at the…

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What film style is “Beat the Devil”? Does it work today?

John Huston’s Beat the Devil (1953) is an awkward film delegated a cinematic classic primarily for that very awkwardness It is an arrow-straight, deadpan spoof of the noir genre and Huston’s…

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In “The Matrix,” Why Couldn’t the Rooftop Agent Dodge Trinity’s Bullet?

When Trinity said, "Dodge this," in "The Matrix," all evidence suggests the Agent should have been able to comply.

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