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The story of yester-time
So this is a manuscript for an episode of my podcast: found here. Hey, Jonathan here. , published hack and fraud, half the host and full the editor here without my dearly beloved co-host. Why? Was there a falling out? Were there bitter words exchanged? Could this be the end of Freak the Geek?
By Jonathan Costa5 years ago in Geeks
A Dune I can get behind
At the time of me writing this. Star Wars has survived the first movie that ever left me numb. While the Rise of Skywalker disappointed me (mostly due to the departure of what I loved from The Last Jedi) The Mandalorian has satisfied and elated me twice over with two strong seasons and promising projects on the horizon. However, as much as Star Wars takes a front seat to my loves in fiction. There is something crucial that is as important. Star Wars: I never really have to worry about. They have and always did have all the monies and passionate artists to promote and encourage it. However, aside from that, I look to other stories that hit in that special way that only Star Wars can. I think about DUNE.
By Jonathan Costa5 years ago in Geeks
A Filmmaker's Guide to: Extreme Wide Shots
In this chapter of ‘the filmmaker’s guide’ we’re actually going to be learning about literature and film together. I understand that many of you are sitting in university during difficult times and finding it increasingly hard to study and I understand that many of you who are not at university or not planning on it are possibly stuck of what to do, need a break or even need to catch up on learning film before you get to the next level. This guide will be brief but will also contain: new vocabulary, concepts and theories, films to watch and we will be exploring something taboo until now in the ‘filmmaker’s guide’ - academia (abyss opens). Each article will explore a different concept of film, philosophy, literature or bibliography/filmography etc. in order to give you something new to learn each time we see each other. You can use some of the words amongst family and friends to sound clever or you can get back to me (email in bio) and tell me how you’re doing. So, strap in and prepare for the filmmaker’s guide to film studies because it is going to be one wild ride.
By Annie Kapur5 years ago in Geeks
Movie Review: 'To All the Boys: Always and Forever'
I must admit my complete ignorance of Netflix’s To All the Boys film series. Until the pandemic began, I didn’t do much Netflix and chill, I was busy at the movie theater. I would take time to check out Netflix when they did something big and splashy like The Irishman, but, for the most part, I ignored the rest of the streaming channel’s output, especially their many, MANY, young adult products which are so numerous as to have completely run together into a blob of high schools and hormones.
By Sean Patrick5 years ago in Geeks
Let’s Talk About Malcolm & Marie. . Top Story - February 2021.
When I first heard the buzz about Sam Levinson’s Malcolm & Marie, I was excited. The film (written and directed by Levinson) was shot in black and white on 35mm film, which is rare. The cinematography was visually beautiful, and the performance of the lead characters were stunning. What wasn’t so great however, was the screenplay.
By She Writes5 years ago in Geeks
A Filmmaker's Guide to: High Angle Shots
In this chapter of ‘the filmmaker’s guide’ we’re actually going to be learning about literature and film together. I understand that many of you are sitting in university during difficult times and finding it increasingly hard to study and I understand that many of you who are not at university or not planning on it are possibly stuck of what to do, need a break or even need to catch up on learning film before you get to the next level. This guide will be brief but will also contain: new vocabulary, concepts and theories, films to watch and we will be exploring something taboo until now in the ‘filmmaker’s guide’ - academia (abyss opens). Each article will explore a different concept of film, philosophy, literature or bibliography/filmography etc. in order to give you something new to learn each time we see each other. You can use some of the words amongst family and friends to sound clever or you can get back to me (email in bio) and tell me how you’re doing. So, strap in and prepare for the filmmaker’s guide to film studies because it is going to be one wild ride.
By Annie Kapur5 years ago in Geeks
2021's Most Anticipated Movies
Not every year is the same as 2021. Most hype lists get released late in the year and we have a few early surprises. 2021 is going to look and feel different than most. Warner Bros. Pictures has their entire slate releasing on HBO Max, Netflix is promising a film a week basically for the entire year. Already having released some powerhouse movies, every studio is going to jockey for position later in the year with their big releases. These are the Ten Films scheduled for release as of March or later that get my attention the most for a variety of different reasons.
By Reel Vibes5 years ago in Geeks
Movie Review: Sphere
I have missed out on a lot of movies and TV shows growing up because I didn't have cable until I moved out of the house at 18 and all my free time was spent reading. This has left me at a cultural disadvantage, something that drives my partner crazy, especially when I don't get the entertainment-related jokes he has so much fun telling. So, as of late, he has taken it upon himself to show me what it is I am missing and I figured that I would share this education with you.
By Jennie Jeanne5 years ago in Geeks
EZ Money - The Script
EZ Money… Isn’t that what we all want? Ha. If only. EZ Money was a short film that I conceptualized and wrote during the summer of 2020, and then shot in December. It’s currently in post-production. I’ve been working as a Cinematographer and Creative Producer on independent films, commercials, and music videos since 2013. Like many other filmmakers and creatives, my work was almost entirely shut down after the pandemic started. When the pandemic hit, I was sad to not be able to work, and I missed being on-set. (Funny enough though, my first gig after months of no work due to Covid turned out to be for a PSA about wearing masks!). I didn’t necessarily mind staying home, however, since it turned out to be such a golden opportunity to recharge, and try to find some humor and relief in an overall grim situation.
By Katherine Dudley5 years ago in Geeks
A Filmmaker's Guide to: Low Angle Shots
In this chapter of ‘the filmmaker’s guide’ we’re actually going to be learning about literature and film together. I understand that many of you are sitting in university during difficult times and finding it increasingly hard to study and I understand that many of you who are not at university or not planning on it are possibly stuck of what to do, need a break or even need to catch up on learning film before you get to the next level. This guide will be brief but will also contain: new vocabulary, concepts and theories, films to watch and we will be exploring something taboo until now in the ‘filmmaker’s guide’ - academia (abyss opens). Each article will explore a different concept of film, philosophy, literature or bibliography/filmography etc. in order to give you something new to learn each time we see each other. You can use some of the words amongst family and friends to sound clever or you can get back to me (email in bio) and tell me how you’re doing. So, strap in and prepare for the filmmaker’s guide to film studies because it is going to be one wild ride.
By Annie Kapur5 years ago in Geeks
Psychology of World Building in Cinema
Like my favorite film critic, Roger Ebert, I find that talking about films and the story—-how it relates to the director personally or myself even—is a very relaxing and quiet way for me to unwind. Here is something I wrote over five months ago to try and get published on this cool cinema review website:
By Melissa Ingoldsby5 years ago in Geeks
Movie Review: 'French Exit'
If you’re curious about the title, French Exit, specifically what is a ‘French Exit,' the Wiktionary defines a French Exit as “A hasty exit without farewells to anybody.” It is, indeed, an apt title for the new comedy from director Azazel Jacobs, the writer-director of the lovely romantic comedy of manners, The Lovers. In French Exit, Jacobs re-teams with his The Lovers’ star Tracy Letts who portrays the voice of a cat.
By Sean Patrick5 years ago in Geeks
