In a 1978 production of ‘Macbeth,’ the craft of acting is the conduit for the depths of Shakespeare.
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Defining a Classic: 'Illmatic' at 25 (Podcast)
25 years ago, Nas crafted one of hip hop’s greatest albums, ‘Illmatic.’
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Composition and Confidence: Stanley Kubrick's 'Barry Lyndon' (and Podcast)
Through his dedication to the process, Stanley Kubrick fully realized his creative vision for the 1975 film ‘Barry Lyndon.’
Read MoreExistential Malaise: The Films of Michelangelo Antonioni (and Podcast)
In the 1960s, five films from Italian director Michelangelo Antonioni find characters dealing with the societal effects of postwar modernity.
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George Harrison: Beyond the Material World
Martin Scorsese’s film documents the cultural and musical legacy of George Harrison.
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Podcast: 'The Sopranos' at 20
In our first podcast with Zero Point Fiction, we reflect on the legacy of James Gandolfini and ‘The Sopranos’ twenty years after the show’s premiere.
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Vast Intimacy: The Voyage of 'First Man'
‘First Man’ observes Neil Armstrong up close to humanize an astronomical achievement.
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Ang Lee: Faith in the Journey
The story of Ang Lee’s early career is a lesson on the importance of support and protecting your dream.
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Rachel Morrison, Ryan Coogler, and the Power of Collaboration
The collaborative relationship of director Ryan Coogler and cinematographer Rachel Morrison illustrates the fruitfulness of lasting creative partnerships.
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In Barry Jenkins's 'Moonlight', Humanity and Vision Shine Through
Barry Jenkins’s film ‘Moonlight’ is a profound artistic achievement.
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In Conversation: Mark U
With “My Heart Knows,” musician Mark U articulates his quest for balance.
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Remembering James Gandolfini
James Gandolfini passed away five years ago this month. He was a brilliant actor.
Read MoreLisa Joy: Courage and Taking the Leap
Lisa Joy’s journey into film and writing shows the importance of courage.
Read MoreCharlotte Bruus Christensen Paints 'A Quiet Place' on 35mm Film
In ‘A Quiet Place’, cinematographer Charlotte Bruus Christensen employs film stock and warm colors to bring the dystopian upstate New York setting to life.
Read MoreJeffrey Wright on Reality and Technology
Jeffrey Wright discusses the ubiquity of technology in a new interview
Read MoreBoris Berian and Rediscovering Your Path
A documentary for VICE Sports details one athlete's remarkable journey.
Read MoreMartin Luther King, Jr. and the Power of the Visual Medium
Visuals have told the story and helped cement the important legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Read MoreAl Pacino on craft and character
In a recent interview with the Village Voice, Al Pacino meditates on his method approach to acting, highlighting the depth of his commitment to his own artistic expression.
Read MoreMann at 75: Cinema as Expressionism
Director Michael Mann turns 75 this month. His unique filmography has established Mann as an expressionistic auteur.
Read MoreA Model Display of History's Forgotten Characters
Through ceramics, artist David Siever shows the "forgotten protagonists" of history.
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