Posts Tagged ‘genre’
Werewolf by Night: Marvel’s Foray into Classic Genre Cinema Begins
Marvel’s streaming pastiche of classic Hollywood horror and primetime era television specials.
Coming-of-Age Films: Is the Genre In Decline?
Take a look at the history of coming-of-age films, the years that defined the genre, and the best coming-of-age films anyone can relate to.
Ranking the Best Sports Genre Films of All Time
Learn from these classic sports genre filmmakers how to master the art of the popular cinematic sports movie.
The Life and Times of the Kung Fu Film
The Kung Fu film descends from legends, and its history has mirrored the fate of its homeland. Here’s what every fan needs to know.
The Superhero Film: A Guide for Superfans
From tights and onesies to bikini briefs and masks, superheroes have captured our hearts since they first stepped onto the big screen.
The Indie Filmmaker’s Guide to The Western
The Western film is an American icon born of dark cultural roots. Here’s what it means to American cinema — and cinema around the world.
Break Genre Rules Like a Master Filmmaker
Genre conventions help film audiences know what to expect, but there’s a fine line between rewarding expectations and making something truly innovative.
The 5 Genre Filmmaking Elements Every Rom-Com Needs
Let’s explore the filmmaking elements every rom-com needs to be successful, focusing on different writing, lighting, and editing techniques.
7 Core Genre Elements Every Zombie Movie Needs
Looking at both classic and recent examples, we trace all the core genre elements you’ll need for your zombie shorts and features.
What Makes 80s and 90s Action Movies So Iconic?
From Arnold to Van Damme, a look into how the action movies of the 80s and 90s ultimately built an entire genre.
What is Mumblecore? A Guide to this Indie Film Genre
The lure of Mumblecore: A look into the naturalistic, DIY styles of this influential subgenre of independent film. At what I would assume to have been a …
How to Avoid Film Festival Rejection
Rejection is a brutal reality in any creative industry. Fortunately, there are steps filmmakers can take to avoid film festival rejection.