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10 Movies Which Everyone Thinks Were Directed by Someone Else

Ryan Heffernan — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 04:01:18 GMT

As the creatives responsible for determining the style, tone, and progression of a movie, directors tend to develop noticeable little trademarks which prove to be consistent throughout their careers, making their work easily identifiable to the masses. However, it is not uncommon for movies to emulate a specific director’s style to appeal to audiences, leading many to believe that said filmmaker was behind the picture in question when that simply was not the case.

10 Underrated Biopics of the 2010s, Ranked

Liam Gaughan — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 03:00:21 GMT

While the 2010s saw the emergence of comic book films as the most popular genre of cinema, the decade proved that reality was often just as exciting as fiction. Films based on the lives of historical icons have the ability to inform, challenge, and entertain their audiences. A truly great biopic is more than just a summation of its subject's life and work; great biopics engage the audience in their subject’s worldview and provide context for their achievements.

The 10 Best Sci-Fi Movies of All Time, According to Letterboxd

Daniela Gama — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 02:01:18 GMT

Given how brainy and compelling the science fiction genre is — often depicting future scientific and technological advancements and serving as sharp satires — it is no wonder why it is among the most beloved in the film industry. Movies like Interstellar and 2001: A Space Odyssey have cemented an indestructible legacy through the years and gathered high spots among the best movies of all time. But where do these rank against other films in the genre in the judgment of Letterboxd users?

10 Best British New Wave Movies

Luc Haasbroek — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 01:30:17 GMT

'New Wave' refers to the experimental film movement that kicked off in the late 1950s, principally in France. It was characterized by a rejection of filmmaking conventions in favor of stylistic daring, more believable acting, and often overt social or political themes. Offshoots of this movement sprang up around the world, including in the United Kingdom, where it produced several fantastic social dramas, often dubbed 'kitchen sink realism.'

15 Best 'Fight Club' Quotes That Capture the Essence of the Movie

Hannah Saab — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 01:01:25 GMT

David Fincher’s 1999 phenomenon, Fight Club, is just as relevant now as it was when it was first released. The film’s commentary grasps so many concepts of the modern world that has become naturalized by capitalism and its avenues of promotion, to the point where its harms have been buried in the process. Fight Club forces viewers to open their minds to the rejection of these naturalized inhibitions to find true peace with themselves.

22 'The Simpsons' Predictions That Came True

Hannah Saab — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:20 GMT

Are the writers time travelers, or are they related to Nostradamus? The Simpsons never disappoints viewers with its eerie Simpsons predictions that ring true years later. The Simpsons family is made up of several characters, but the main characters are Homer (voiced by Dan Castellaneta), Marge (voiced by Julie Kavner), Lisa (voiced by Yeardley Smith), Bart (voiced by Nancy Cartwright), and Maggie. Each episode is filled with the Simpsons family interacting with other residents of Springfield including guest stars that appeared in some episodes on The Simpsons. Yet what intrigues viewers is how some events were predicted by The Simpsons writers at least five years before it happened.

10 Best Michelangelo Antonioni Movies, According to IMDb

Luc Haasbroek — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 22:01:18 GMT

Michelangelo Antonioni was an Italian director who worked mostly during the 1950s and '60s. He got his start with neorealist dramas but, over time, his films became more meditative and experimental, with a focus on atmosphere and poetic imagery. In particular, he was a master of landscape imagery and sweeping long takes. His innovative cinematography and editing pushed the boundaries of the medium and influenced many subsequent filmmakers, from Andrei Tarkovsky to Martin Scorsese. His crowning achievement was the loose trilogy comprising the films L'Avventura, La Notte, and L'Eclisse, all of which continue to be held in high regard.

10 Underrated Philip Seymour Hoffman Movies, Ranked

Liam Gaughan — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 20:00:18 GMT

Philip Seymour Hoffman was a brilliant actor who was taken from the world at far too young of an age. Although Hoffman left behind a legacy of great performances, it's deeply unfortunate that he isn’t still acting today. Hoffman first emerged as essentially the Kevin Bacon of the 1990s; he seemed to pop up in everything from Almost Famous to Boogie Nights. Although Hoffman always managed to stand out when he was cast within an ensemble, he eventually graduated to giving lead performances in the 21st century. Hoffman earned an Academy Award for Best Actor for his dynamic performance in the biopic Capote.

10 Best War Comedies, Ranked

Ryan Heffernan — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 18:01:18 GMT

It is a common statement that “war is hell”, an idea few would dispute as the terrible brutality and sheer loss of life that wars always induce is painfully well documented and made a point of being commemorated in many societies around the world. While cinema has a respected history of bringing the horrors of war to the screen with harrowing results, there have also been plenty of filmmakers who have sought to dive into the chaos and insanity of war through the lens of comedy.

10 Best Action Movies of 2023, Ranked

Luc Haasbroek — Mon, 25 Dec 2023 17:00:17 GMT

2023 was a solid year for action movies. It saw the release of new entries in some of the genre's biggest franchises, like Fast & Furious, Indiana Jones, John Wick, and Mission: Impossible. In addition, veteran directors Guy Ritchie and David Fincher delivered more restrained (but still highly enjoyable) action dramas. Surprising gems like Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves and martial arts comedy Polite Society also made a splash.