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Three-Point Lighting

In: Film Studies

By: Sean Ryan Valinoti

Lighting is one of the most important aspects of motion pictures. It sets the tone of a film while giving two dimensional images the feeling of three dimensional life. more...

Acting in Film by Michael Caine

In: Film Studies

By: Sean Ryan Valinoti

Michael Caine's master class on acting in film is still relevant after 20 years and contains information about role preparation, behavior, professionalism and other tips. more...

Quentin Tarantino

In: Film Directors

By: Oliver Dowling

A look at Quentin Tarantino's rise to fame, from struggling screen writer, to an academy award winning writer and director. more...

Michael Moore

In: Film Directors

By: Diane Germano

Moore has called 'Sicko' a "comedy about 45 million people with no health care in the richest country on earth." more...

Horror and Gangster Film Violence

In: Film Studies

By: Henry Berry

Advertising posters of the new genre blending aspects of horror and gangster movies are drawing criticism for exposing young children to images of graphic violence. more...

*Grindhouse*

In: Film Boxoffice News

By: Diane Germano

Due for release in April 2007, this ultra-violent feature gives us two movies for the price of one. more...

Gangster Film Reader

In: Film Studies

By: Henry Berry

An anthology of articles following the evolution of the gangster movie by review and commentary of many gangster characters and classic and innovative movies. more...

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