In the violently wacky and vehemently whimsical world of Alan Moore’s characters, DR and Quinch, known for their satirical and bizarre escapades, a stand-out moment is the death of the faux Marlon Brando character. Cleverly bridging the gap between their universe and that of classic Hollywood cinema of the decade before.
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Critical Comparison: Yasujirō Ozu and Akira Kurosawa
Yasujirō Ozu and Akira Kurosawa are two of the most celebrated filmmakers in Japanese cinema history, but their styles, themes, and approaches to cinema are notably different. Welcome to a comparison of their lives, works, and themes they explore.
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Check out my artical on the works/films of Akira Kurosawa, and the themes he commonly threaded through them.
Continue readingYasujirō Ozu: An Overview of Major Works and Themes
An overview of the major works/films by Yasujirō Ozu and the themes he commonly adopted.
Continue readingAkira Kurosawa: An Overview of His Life
An overview of the life of visionary Director Akira Kurosawa.
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The life of celebrated Director Yasujirō Ozu.
Continue readingCool Hand Luke as a Christian Allegory: Drawing Parallels Between Luke and Jesus, and Dragline and Saul/St. Paul
Unearth the deeper layers of ‘Cool Hand Luke’ as we explore its Christian allegorical elements. Journey with Luke and Dragline, drawing connections to iconic biblical figures, and delve into the profound motifs that elevate this classic film beyond a tale of mere defiance.
Continue readingAlcohol in Cinema: A Temporal Reflection through “Some Came Running”, “Days of Wine and Roses”, and “Leaving Las Vegas”
From the post-war anxieties of the 1950s to the personal desolations of the 1990s, delve into how cinema’s portrayal of alcohol captures the essence of their respective eras. Join us as we trace the societal shifts through “Some Came Running”, “Days of Wine and Roses”, and “Leaving Las Vegas.”
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