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How David Fincher Seamlessly Merges Motion with Emotion

By  Sophia Stewart 

The director’s camerawork is so precise that it can commandeer your perception.

Hitchcock’s Portrayals of Women, Intimacy, and Sexual Violence

By  Aline Dolinh 

Alfred Hitchcock’s iconic heroines still haunt our perceptions of modern female fear and desire.

The Mythic Magnificence of ‘Pacific Rim’

By  Aline Dolinh 

The Guillermo del Toro-directed monster movie is packed with giant mech battles and nuclear explosions, but it also offers a surprisingly heartfelt vision of humanity’s future.

How ‘Black Panther’ Fixed the Marvel Formula

By  Sophia Stewart 

Watch a video about how Ryan Coogler tackles the MCU’s biggest problems.

The Tense Terror of the Oscar-Winning ‘Get Out’ Screenplay

By  Aline Dolinh 

This video investigates how Jordan Peele’s Oscar-winning screenplay puts a uniquely unnerving spin on classic horror tropes.

Why Billy Wilder is Deemed the Greatest Screenwriter of All Time

By  Alex Vitti 

Contemporary writers love his iconic dialogue and hysterically human characters.

Why We Love the Old, Grainy Face of Film

By  Will DiGravio 

This video essay uses Stagecoach to explore the everchanging face of film.

5 Must Watch Video Essays for Hitchcock Fans

By  Will DiGravio 

If you love Alfred Hitchcock, you’ll love these video essays about his work.

Why We Can’t Get Enough of Steven Spielberg’s Action Scenes

By  Alex Vitti 

This new video essay shows the legendary director knows that the best action moments are attention-grabbing and character-driven.