Martin Scorsese is the true king of cinema. While most filmmakers are lucky to have just one film that stands the test of time, Scorsese has had hit after hit across five decades. Saying โthe best Martin Scorsese filmsโ is like saying โthe best chili cheese friesโ because even when theyโre not the greatest, theyโre… Continue reading Best Martin Scorsese Films โ His Entire Filmography Ranked
Alfred Hitchcock is one of the all-time great auteur filmmakers. His films can be explained in the simplest of terms: You know it when you see it. Over 55 years, Alfred Hitchcock directed dozens upon dozens of films, some of which have joined the pantheon of the greatest movies in cinema history. In this article,… Continue reading 30 Best Alfred Hitchcock Movies Ranked for Filmmakers
The aesthetic of Wes Anderson can be seen from miles away. His directing style is delicate but deliberate, and his eye for color and set design is undeniable. Quirky character after quirky character, they all remain strangely original. Each costume seems to be tailored to their personalities, and the extraordinary little performances we experience in… Continue reading Best Wes Anderson Movies โ His Entire Filmography Ranked
Best Horror MoviesOpen menu Best Horror Movies of All Time Best Zombie Movies Best Vampire Movies Best Jump Scare Movies Best Stephen King Movies and TV Shows Best Underrated Horror Movies EssentialsOpen menu What is Horror Body Horror Explained Giallo Films Explained Horror Movie Tropes Found Footage Filmmaking What is a Grindhouse Movie Horror WritingOpen… Continue reading Best Stephen King Movies and TV Shows โ The Ultimate List
Thereโs more than one occasion to break out the pint of ice cream and dive into the genre of romance. Whether you are going through a breakup, looking for a romantic watch with your significant other, or searching for a rom-com to watch with roommates on movie night, finding a great romantic film can be… Continue reading Best Romantic Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers
Nothing gets the blood pumping like a good, old-fashioned action flick. From incredible set pieces to beautifully-choreographed action to, of course, amazing one-liners, action is a popular film genre for a reason. And now, itโs time to rank the best action movies of all time. Popular action movies take all shapes and forms. This list has… Continue reading Best Action Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers
Quentin Tarantino has been one of the most controversial and intriguing directors since the 1990s. Some people adore his quippy dialogue while others flinch in fear from his giddy reliance on excessive violence. And the feet. So many feet. Weโre ranked all Quentin Tarantino films here so that if you havenโt watched anything from the prolific… Continue reading Best Quentin Tarantino Movies Ranked for Filmmakers
What are the best Christmas movies of all time? This question lies at the heart of a debate that has pervaded family dinners and critic circles alike for decades. To suggest one Christmas movie is better than any other is certainly subjective, but weโre going to try to keep it as objective as we can… Continue reading 30 Best Christmas Movies of All Time โ A Yuletide Playlist
What are the best horror movies of all time? From zombies to your nextdoor neighbor, films have found fear from a wide variety of sources over the decades. In this blog, weโre providing all of you filmmakers out there with the definitive list of the best horror films ever made. Weโll discuss what makes each… Continue reading 100 Best Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers
The 1980s have a special place in the pop culture canon. It turns out a lot of great movies came out in this decade, which means limiting them to a list is not as easy as it sounds. While plenty of beloved films wonโt be seen here, we did our very best to make sure… Continue reading Best โ80s Movies of all Time โ A Filmmaker Playlist
If you loved movies as a child, then thereโs a good chance you owe a debt of gratitude to Steven Spielberg. Heโs directed some of the best, most entertaining, and most influential films of all time. Honestly, he has about 10 films you could put as #1 on a list of his best movies, and… Continue reading Best Steven Spielberg Movies, Ranked for Filmmakers
The difference between a funny movie and a truly great comedy is subjective. So, when it comes to writing a successful comedy, many writers want to appeal to the lowest common denominator. While many screenwriters want to please all, humor isnโt universal. What makes a baby cackle in Albuquerque wonโt cut the mustard in Ouagadougou!… Continue reading The Best Comedy Movies of All Time
The best dark comedy movies and TV shows go for the jugular. Itโs not enough to just be edgy, or even malicious. You need to tap into deep, disturbing levels of discomfortโฆ and build a summer home. We made the ultimate list of dark comedy movies and TV shows, plus a video essay that takes a… Continue reading 70 Hilarious Dark Comedy Movies & TV Shows
Eating, drinking, sleeping, and sex are elements of human behavior we all share. The difference with sex is that it has been deemed taboo for centuries. That moral standard has been loosening for decades now, and sex has become a more significant part of mainstream entertainment. But just because we CAN show sex in movies doesn’t… Continue reading How to Write and Direct Sex Scenes
From Sri Lanka to ancient Greece, the myth of the vampire has permeated virtually every society throughout history. The myth typically arose to explain sudden deaths caused by illnesses but attributed those tragedies to a horrific creature of the night. Over the years, vampires have gone on to symbolize the darker side of humanity and… Continue reading 30 Best Vampire Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers
Best Nolan MoviesNolan’s Directing StyleNolan Directing Tips Nolan’s CirclesNolan’s Shot List Which are the best Christopher Nolan movies? How do you rank them against each other? Do Christopher Nolan films get better over the years, and how will Nolanโs next movie measure up? We’ve ranked the Chris Nolan filmography not by box office haul, but… Continue reading Top 11 Christopher Nolan Movies, Ranked Worst to Best
The French New Wave of cinema, or La Nouvelle Vague, was one of the most important film movements of all time. In this article, weโre going to rank the best French New Wave Films based on four criteria: Acting, Story, Directing and Style. But before we jump into the ranking, itโs important to know what… Continue reading French New Wave Films: A Curated List and Their Iconic Directors
Which are the best superhero movies of all time? Studios pour buckets of money into these films and the โarms raceโ for better stunts and production value has now been raging for decades. Weโre going to tell you which are the 15 best superhero movies of all time based purely on the story, the filmmaking, and… Continue reading 16 Best Superhero Movies of All Time, Ranked for Filmmakers
Itโs time to stop underrating James Cameron movies. Heโs not perfect but heโs better than he gets credit for. Cameron is an auteur working at the highest level of the studio system, like a proto-Christopher Nolan. His budgets are record-breaking but so are the box office returns.Continue reading James Cameron Movies: Ranked with the Filmmaker… Continue reading James Cameron Movies: Ranked with the Filmmaker in Mind
In psychology, thereโs something called the serial position effect. It means people tend to remember what comes first and last, not what occurs in the middle.ย Filmmakers know this phenomenon all too well. Combine that with today’s stream-ability and countless optionsโฆ and the opening to a film is as important as ever.ย Today, we study the best… Continue reading 25 Best Opening Scenes in Movies & What Makes Them Great
