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Why Blade Runner 2049's Failure at the Box Office Doesn't Bode Well for the Future of Cinema
Blade Runner 2049 was a success in nearly every way; fans of the original were finally rewarded for their patience and loyalty, those unfamiliar with the original were treated to a gorgeous, intriguing, and immersive new world populated by dynamic, morally ambiguous characters, and cinephiles were astounded by Villeneuve's ambitious directorial skill, which was further enhanced by Deakins's nuanced cinematography and Zimmer and Wallfisch's ambient score. The movie paid homage to the original, with plenty of subtle easter eggs, Harrison Ford's return to the role of Deckard, and even several of the musical motifs from Vangelis's original score. The film's visual effects were state-of-the-art, further helping to craft a believable and mysterious, albeit bleak, world.
By Tristan Ferry8 years ago in Geeks
Why Are You Ranking: Worst Domestic Dispute Scenes in Martin Scorsese Films Listed from a Shouting Match to a Punch to the Gut
The films of Martin Scorsese excite, provoke, and conjure up deep intellectuality, and meditations on the aestheticization of the initiation of acts of brute force. What separates this cinematic master’s art from his peers is that he gives reason for all of the bloodshed, the punches, the kicks, the shootings. Honor, respect, and justice lie at the crux of all of his filmic offerings. But what is most curious about his pictures are the scenes of domestic disputes that populate the screen. Much has been discussed about the mob hits, the deals gone sour, and the ever mounting body counts that cap off a Scorsese Picture. From his inception, Scorsese has always had a thing for ultraviolence. From his student film, The Big Shave (1967), gore and violence have been staples in Mr. Scorsese’s palette. The editing by Thelma Schoonmaker make the scenes of viciousness digestible and artful. Without the cinematography of shooters like Michael Chapman and Michael Ballhaus and Rodrigo Prieto (among others), the domestic violence scenes would not crackle with as much intensity, fire, and excellent delivery. Scorsese ensures the viewer that these scenes of mostly men verbally abusing or even striking women anticipated what the #MeToo Movement is challenging as of this writing. His movies (though not all of them) feature some of the most brutal acts ever to be committed to celluloid or digital picture. So grab your bags of cocaine and pink suits from the cleaners and enjoy, Why Are You Ranking: Worst domestic dispute scenes in Martin Scorsese films from a shouting match to a punch to the gut.
By Skyler Saunders8 years ago in Geeks
Top 20: 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople'
A troubled teenager and an elderly misanthrope are forced to hide in the wilderness. That title was too long so, eventually, they decided on Hunt for the Wilderpeople. A creative and natural exploration of an adventure film that segues effortlessly between sentimentality, drama, and comedy. Sam Neill stars and once again wears a hat. Had the film been advertised like this it would have been more popular, "Don’t miss Hunt for the Wilderpeople—starring Sam Neill in a hat" or, "The Oscar goes to Sam Neill in a hat."
By Conor Hufton8 years ago in Geeks
Cosplayer Spotlight: Kyle Herron
Texxx-Man Cosplay: How long have you been doing cosplay and how did it change your life? Kyle Herron: September will be my one year anniversary since I started to cosplay. Before this, I was in a deep depression and didn’t want to do anything. I had a small group of friends that I hang and spend time with, but even though I loved them, it was a struggle for me to go visit them. Now, I have a large group of friends and I’m not nearly as depressed as I used to be. I take better care of myself. I’m excited to go do things. All in all, cosplay has made me a better person.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 8 years ago in Geeks
'The Loud House': An Inclusive Animation
The Loud House: An Inclusive Animation Through the years, Nickelodeon has been through many incarnations of animations. In 2016, they released a show called The Loud House. The show's premise is focused on a young boy, Lincoln, who lives with his ten sisters and manages his life as the only boy. The episodes revolve around Lincoln learning valuable lessons about life and family, a set of values that is often expressed in Nickelodeon shows. However, The Loud House takes a little bit of a different approach. The show is more inclusive than any other animated show that I have seen on television in the last year.
By Alexis Baryak8 years ago in Geeks
Who Is Timothée Chalamet?
Who is Timothée? Timothée was born on December 27th, 1995 and was raised in Hells Kitchen, NYC. He has a French father and so he traveled to France very often. He is fluent in the language too! Timothée's family is very artistic so he grew up being exposed to acting. He went to LaGuardia High School, a school of the arts, where he acted in plays with now-famous Ansel Elgort. His first notable role was in Miss Stevens with fellow popular actress Lili Reinhart from the hit TV show Riverdale. Timothée grew up like any other New York City kid until he shot to fame in the past two years.
By Katie McGuire8 years ago in Geeks
Cosplayer Spotlight: David Hardamon Jr.
As a cosplayer who's been doing cosplay for almost four years, I have seen some amazing cosplays. Some over the top and others, unique. It's a way to express themselves and feel good in their own skin. I have recently had a chance to interview David Hardamon Jr. Check it out below and I hope you enjoy this.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 8 years ago in Geeks
