Tag: Beasts of No Nation
Spotlight: Journalism docudrama an instant classic
by Matt Ward
Every once in a while, a movie comes along that shows its viewers the power of no-frills, no-nonsense drama in a way that just smacks you in the face, shakes you awake and says “This is what good cinema is truly about.” “Spotlight” is one of those films. Tom McCarthy’s film, based on a script he co-wrote with Josh Singer, follows the four person … Read More Spotlight: Journalism docudrama an instant classic
Tangerine: Sundance darling sparkles in streaming release
by Matt Ward
In an era of selfies, Snapchats and Instagram videos, it’s hard to fathom why more young filmmakers haven’t emerged from behind their smartphones. Thousands upon thousands of smart, talented people from all walks of life are documenting their entire youth through bursts of short videos, but few have realized those clips into a fully formed, quality feature film. Inspiration for this YouTube generation has … Read More Tangerine: Sundance darling sparkles in streaming release
Beasts of No Nation: Netflix bursts into Oscar race with thrilling drama
by Matt Ward
Netflix is changing the entertainment business. Again. After revolutionizing how we consume home video with their DVD mailing and online streaming services, the Internet mega-power broke barriers with their original television content, winning Emmys for “House of Cards” and “Orange is the New Black.” This massive change allowed viewers to binge watch an entire season within days of watching the season premiere while never … Read More Beasts of No Nation: Netflix bursts into Oscar race with thrilling drama
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