Reading Between the Reels: Finding Meaning in the Movies You Love
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Sherlock Holmes, from 2009 and directed by Guy Ritchie, offered a fresh and dynamic interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic characters and was a wildly popular box office success. In this episode, we deconstruct its various cinematic aspects, including the film’s exhilarating action...
Published 04/17/24
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Ghostbusters: Afterlife successfully resurrected the beloved franchise with a refreshing blend of nostalgia and new beginnings. Directed by Jason Reitman (son of Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman), the film cleverly balances homage to the original while carving its own path with a new generation...
Published 03/20/24