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Using Films (aka Movies) to Improve Your Photography
Posted On: December 27, 2007Comments: No Responses
What can watching films do for your photography?
A film is actually a series of still photographs played in quick succession (24 frames per second is the usual rate in theaters). When watching, the human mind will fill in the short blanks between frames to create the sensation of watching smooth continuous motion — a phenomenon [...]
Before Sunrise
Posted On: January 5, 2006Comments: No Responses
I saw this film back when it came out, but just recently watched it again on DVD, and I must say I had forgotten how good it was.
This film from director Richard Linklater features actors Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy and Jesse and Celine, travelers who meet up on a train to Vienna, and the [...]
King Kong
Posted On: December 28, 2005Comments: No Responses
From Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson comes an updated version of the tale of Beauty and the Beast — Ann Darrow and Kong.
Beautifully shot, with a pretty well-written story, King Kong is a very nice “roller-coaster” ride that almost doesn’t feel like the 3 hours and 7 minute length — and that’s a [...]
Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior
Posted On: December 21, 2005Comments: No Responses
A predictable plot: The head of a village statue of Buddha is stolen, and Ting, versed in the ways of Muay Thai martial arts, vows to recover it. He meets up with Humlae, son of another villager. Hilarity and very cool fight scenes ensue.
This film should appeal to fans of Jackie Chan.
Tony Jaa, [...]
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Posted On: December 19, 2005Comments: No Responses
An enjoyable film. For someone who’s read the book (albeit a lonnnnnnnnnnnnnng time age), seen an animated version, this Andrew Adamson (director of Shrek) film looks very faithful to the story.
Effects are mostly top-notch, and include Lord of the Ring-esque battle scenes.
Acting is fine all around, as are costumes, and designs.
The music might be [...]