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Jack Nicholson delivers the famous Kubrick stare inside the Overlook Hotel in 'The Shining'. Where to Start with Stanley Kubrick - Where to begin with the cinema of the fascinating and conflicting film auteur Stanley Kubrick, one of the giants of movie history. Article by Kieran Judge.
Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal walk the autumnal streets of New York for this image representing a list on their greatest movie. 10 Best When Harry Met Sally Moments - The best moments from arguably the greatest and most iconic romantic comedy of the modern era, 'When Harry Met Sally', written by Nora Ephron and directed by Rob Reiner. List by Grace Laidler.
Paola Cortellesi in black and white post-war Italian period drama - image promoting an essay about the film's intent. ‘C’è Ancora Domani’, Neorealism, and the Right to Vote - Paola Cortellesi's directorial debut 'C’è Ancora Domani' reimagines ideas of Italian Neorealism to tell of contemporary struggles through a historical lens. Essay by Jenson Davenport.
Donald Sutherland: 3 Career-Defining Performances - The career-defining work of iconic screen actor Donald Sutherland, 1935-2024. 3 films that best exemplify his unmatched talent. Article by Kieran Judge.
Winona Ryder, Jena Malone and Rebecca Gayheart stills against a background of purple, blue and white pop art. Women in film. The Sour Sweetheart: A New Character Archetype - Introducing the Sour Sweetheart, a new film character archetype to add to the ranks of the Femme Fatale and the Final Girl. She's got a diary and a gun. Essay by Jessica Grassano.
10 Best Harry Dean Stanton Appearances - The best silver screen appearances of celebrated character actor and blockbuster regular Harry Dean Stanton, a performer whose career spanned more than half a century. Article by Sam Sewell-Peterson.



Where to Start with Ingmar Bergman - Widely regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers ever, Swedish director Ingmar Bergman left an indelible mark on all of cinema. Here's where to begin with his iconic work. Article by George Taylor.
‘Eyes Wide Shut’ Isn’t About Sex - Stanley Kubrick's final film, 'Eyes Wide Shut', isn't about sex. It's about Christmas. Of all the Christmas movies, it may be the most cynical. Essay by Declan O'Reilly.
Yul Brynner: 3 Career-Defining Performances - The career-defining silver screen performances of Russian American actor Yul Brynner, one of Old Hollywood's most monumental screen presences. Article by Margaret Roarty.
Where to Start with Vittorio de Sica - Where to begin with the cinema of Italian Neorealism pioneer and world-renowned Italian filmmaker Vittorio de Sica, one of the most influential screen artists in history. Article by Clotilde Chinnici.