Violence in Cinema

If you went to see a movie in 1965, you would have a very different experience than if you walked into a movie theater and watched a movie today. Obviously the video quality would be better and more modern filming techniques will be present, however chances are you will also see a much higher level…

Films Different Variations

Media is such an interesting medium that requires little to no talent. The film is one example of that medium. Anyone anywhere can direct, but are they talented enough? Time and time again, independent films can prove to be a success. Pieces of media, such as Bonnie and Clyde are a source of media that changed…

How Films Have Changed Since 1965

The film industry has undergone some serious growth and changes since 1965, and the films we’ve watched this quarter is a good reflection of the progress the industry has made over the decades. A Bout de Souffle was the first film I watched for this class and it was a contrast to the movies I…

Globalization in the Film Industry

Movies have gone through many changes from 1965. There are numerous reasons for this, but I will be discussing how globalization changed the film industry. The film industry is a business first and foremost so many decisions made by the film industry is influenced by making profits. “Movies will always be a part of an…

How has the Film Industry Changed? The Technology and Socially.

Films have been around for a very long time. To answer the big question about how the film industry has changed from 1965 till now will be based on the change in the technology of films and in the industry of filming, and how social aspects have changed. The change began when they used black…

The New Blockbusters

Blockbusters are now changing for a variety of reasons and have a bigger budget than ever. For the film industry, movies are about profits. For the director, its about profits and sharing their artistic views. Blockbusters are more able to become very creative with new technologies and have a complicated plot and still earn huge…

History vs. Science Fiction

This essays for this week compares two films that I enjoy. The first film is Forrest Gump. I have chosen that film because this film follows me on a journey for someone who has a disability and what the future has in store both life and relationships. This film I have seen two years ago and I had only…

The Freakish Horrors of the 70’s

Horror is an ever-enhancing medium. So, it’s only important to go back and remember those who were the pioneers of this type of genre. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a film that I’m pretty familiar with, as it pertains that it’s a pretty iconic horror movie. The film starts with a news anchor discussing grave…

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and The Terminator

At first glance, James Cameron’s breakout sci-fi hit The Terminator and the Chinese wuxia movie Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon seem quite different from each other. One is a gritty, gun filled, science fiction movie and the other is a contemplative, beautiful martial arts movie featuring sword fights. Upon watching them side by side and examining…

The Terminator vs. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Both The Terminator and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon fall into the action genre, but other than that they explore two very different worlds. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon has all the feelings of a Chinese movie because it reflects Eastern culture in terms of setting, cast, and the style of fighting, but if you analyze the…