The Reason Behind The Beauty of "La La Land"
How an intentional focus on color and light brought "La La Land" to life and paid homage to the magic of the technicolor era.
Amelia Lockwood
My name is Amelia Lockwood. I’m a second year student at the University of Toronto, I’m majoring in english and minoring in film and women’s studies. Writing about film is my passion.
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The Perverse Romance in "Nosferatu"
"Nosferatu" is often perceived as a horror film, and vampires as villains. So, why is it that many people interpret Nosferatu as a romance between Ellen and Count Orlok? Is the romance in the 2024 adaptation perverse, or is it a repressed woman experiencing freedom?
"Weapons" Review: Terrifying and Unique... Until It's Not
The recent hit horror film Weapons ends up turning to a predictabilty and misogyny instead of being inventive.
The Magic of One-Shot Film and Television
If you've ever seen 1917 or the mini series Adolescence then you might've noticed something about them that felt unique or strange - that would be that they were shot in one take.
Women's Bodies in Horror Films
Horror is a genre that has frequently exploited women's bodies. This is usually done by objectifying them, but now horror films are also using older women's bodies as a vehicle for shock value and disgust.
How Luca Guadagnino Shoots Film on a Small Budget
Acclaimed director Luca Guadagnino shoots his films on 35mm Kodak film, even when working with a smaller budget. Here's how he achieves this and why he believes it's important.
Women Filmmakers of The 21st Century
Despite lots of progress, women filmmakers are still largely underappreciated by the film industry. Here are some of the best women filmmakers of the 21st century, their films, and how they got started.
Using Your Phone to Create a Professional Film
Learn how filmmakers like Soderbergh and Baker use smartphones to create stunning films, and how you can too with simple tools and techniques.