Monthly Archives: May 2011

The Scorsese Project 1: Context, and Watching ‘Important’ Films

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

Like most prolific directors, Scorsese is a name that for a fledgling cinephile and bring about as much trepidation as it does interest.  His filmography is lengthy, filled with ‘important’ movies such as Taxi Driver and Raging Bull, movies that are well … Continue reading →

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On Netflix and Movie Projects

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

I think one of the most interesting things about the modern era is how our endless choices so often result in people choosing apathy, or being oppressed by options into indecision. Never is this more apparent than in people’s netflix … Continue reading →

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“Santa Sangre”

Posted on May 13, 2011 by

Alejandro Jodorowsky. To know that name is to have an opinion of his work. Jodorowsky is one of the most divisive directors I’ve ever seen, creating works that some see as brilliant works of art and others hate as indulgent trash. I … Continue reading →

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