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Video essays.

Phantom Thread

‘Phantom Thread’: Love and Compromise

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This video essay examines the central relationship in ‘Phantom Thread,’ offering an insight into what makes Reynolds and Alma so fascinating to watch.

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What ‘The Last Jedi’ Does to Subvert Genre Conventions

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This video essay examines the roles of men and women in ‘The Last Jedi’ and how the three male protagonists learn to grow. But how can Kylo Ren be applied to this discussion?

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Pulling Off the Perfect Heist With ‘Mission: Impossible’

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This video essay takes a look at the different applications of the heist genre in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series.

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A Video Essay Guide to Kogonada

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Kogonada is a master visual storyteller. Check out six video essays that show that.

Quentin Tarantino In Reservoir Dogs

Understanding Quentin Tarantino

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This selection of video essays provides some insight into the mind, habits, and techniques of the filmmaker.

Pixar Toy Story

A Video Essay Guide to Pixar

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From Toy Story to Inside Out and The Incredibles, here are five video essays on Pixar you should watch.

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Before Wes Anderson Was Wes Anderson

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This video essay looks at how Wes Anderson’s style has evolved from ‘Bottle Rocket.’

Unlocking The Real Evil Within ‘Jaws’

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We all know Mayor Vaughn is the real reason behind the people of Amity Island being served up as smörgåsbord.

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A Look at the “Abduction As Romance” Trope

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