Hell in the Pacific is a seasoned American war film released in 1968, set around a lone isle cast in the south pacific, between two castaways of opposing militaries. The coincidental crossing of two men, at first combative, retains a disconcerting and improvised relationship; with not starving on a beach taking precedent over some war. Over the course of the film, the two begin … Continue reading Hell In The Pacific- How Sound Creates A Story

When one watches a film, they cannot help but reserve a few expectations on what is to transpire in the next two hours or so. From the first glimpse of a spoon-feeding trailer to the ending credits with their complementary ending scores, most generally know what to expect from the average Hollywood production. While potentially entertaining as pastiches to previous flicks, this leaves the audience … Continue reading Into the Dollhouse: How Wes Anderson Creates a Story

This past weekend I ventured out to Richmond’s famously quaint Carytown District, home of the annual VCU/UR French Film Festival. Not only is this the largest francophone montage in the country, but this year in particular happened to be the 25th anniversary, so expectations had to be noteworthy.  Founded in 1992, under the helm of local professors, Drs. Francoise and Peter Kirkpatrick, with intent to … Continue reading Midnight in Carytown: A time at Richmond’s famous french film festival 

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A masterful performance that questions our alignment of who we want to express ourselves as and who we ultimately become. Please like & share, thank you!! Continue reading Who are we under the moonlight? An analysis to Terrell McCartney’s masterpiece, Moonlight