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Best geek movies throughout history.
August Wilson's Fences
Fences, a play written by August Wilson, is set in 1957 and opens with Troy Maxson engaged in conversation with his best friend Bono, as they enter the front yard of the Maxson's home. Written in 1985, Wilson uses the symbolism of fences to address the impact of racism on dreams and Troy Maxson's desire to protect his family from the pain he experienced.
By Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales4 years ago in Geeks
Do My Eyes Deceive Me?
Rashômon, a Japanese film directed by Akira Kurosawa, has been described as a psychological thriller, not in the same terms as Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho, but more along the lines of a who done it. Having played the game Clue and having read many Sherlock Holmes mysteries, I felt well equipped to solve this murder. I came away from this film just as puzzled as the woodcutter. Kurosawa's intent for this movie was to explore the nature of truth and to examine the meaning of justice. According to Tadao Sato, Kurosawa's film is significant because
By Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales4 years ago in Geeks
Ponyo - A Movie Review
I wonder what adventures we’ll have with Ponyo on the ocean today. Ponyo is a 2008 animated Studio Ghibli film. A little boy befriends a fish who becomes human on land. Ponyo escapes from her life at sea to live with Sasuke. Her leaving provokes an uproar in the ocean, generating a destructive storm on land.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Geeks
The Impact of Color, Symbolism & Imagery in Cinematography:. Top Story - June 2022.
Feature Films vary in presentation, duration, and target audience, yet each film uses elements of color, symbolism, and imagery to tell a story, share ideas, and express feelings. The director decides the composition of those elements. The directors of Roma and Wind River make conscious decisions about the use of color, symbolism, and imagery. The lack or use of these components in another way would change the overall meaning of the stories that were told. The symbolic nature of the elements captured in the cinematography of Wind River is punctuated by the vividness and vibrancy of nature as the backdrop to a dark story can be compared to the black and white cinematography of Roma, where life and death are balanced as we watch Cleo experience this balance and her inner struggle to reconcile and find peace in the experience of life.
By Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales4 years ago in Geeks
Classic Movie Review: 'Jaws'
I’ve seen Jaws at least 15 times in my life and it remains consistently entertaining and exciting. Steven Speilberg’s assured direction, Roy Scheider’s steady lead performance, and Robert Shaw’s incredible performance as Quint never fail to sweep me up in the action at Amity Beach. That action is underlined by the remarkable behind the scenes stories that have become legends in their own right and have served to make Jaws so unforgettable.
By Sean Patrick4 years ago in Geeks
5 Underappreciated Western Films II
We're approaching the 20th installment of the Underappreciated Films series and I've got something special planned for that when it happens. For now, though, I wanted to revisit a favorite genre - westerns. With that in mind, saddle up boys and girls; this is going to be quite the ride!
By Greg Seebregts4 years ago in Geeks
In 1976, ‘Network’ Warned America about the Dangers of Fear Anger and Politics
Back when George Bush was enjoying a 22% approval rating and the world's disdain, I hijacked the living room TV to subject my mother to Keith Olbermann of MSNBC. Having to endure Fox News daily, I was only too happy to oblige. But out of what was once known as “equal time,” I came to a conclusion that many Americans have missed. Cable news isn’t selling news, they're selling anger. That said, long before I recognized the format's potential for appeal, it was exploited by the executives in 1976’s, “Network.”
By Rich Monetti4 years ago in Geeks
Classic Movie Review: 'Harold and Maude'
Well, I did it, I watched Harold & Maude for the first time and the magic is lost on me. I think I get it, the message, no one can tell you who to love or how to love or how to live. It makes sense, and it’s a fine message. And Hal Ashby is a very good director. Harold & Maude is a great looking movie, it’s filled with quirky characters and a strong anti-establishment attitude that I do admire. However, other, quirkier, aspects of the movie simply left me cold.
By Sean Patrick4 years ago in Geeks
Bodily Autonomy in Cronenberg's 'Shivers'
Director David Cronenberg’s debut feature, Shivers, is about the loss of bodily autonomy. It’s about what happens when an outside force enacts itself upon someone and robs them of their agency. Sure, in this case, it’s a slug like parasite but the meaning, at least in a modern context, could not be more symbolic of governmental interference. Given that bodily autonomy is a top headline in the battle over abortion in America today, it’s an interesting time to look at Cronenberg’s 45 plus year old take on the idea behind Shivers.
By Sean Patrick4 years ago in Geeks
