Sentences with phrase «critical theme of both films»

Not exact matches

Martin Scorsese's intrusive insistence on his abstract, metaphysical theme — the possibility of modern sainthood — marks this 1973 film, his first to attract critical notice, as still somewhat immature, yet the acting and editing have such an original, tumultuous force that the picture is completely gripping.

Granted, some of this has been generated by Malick, and the promotional efforts for the film, but, frankly, many big name, and lesser name critics, have simply imbued and misconstrued their own critical lack and imaginative dead rot into their reviews, and missed the boat on this film, from some of its most basic elements through its more nuanced themes and evocations.

Blame its proximity to the similarly themed Olympus Has Fallen (which, on the whole, received similar critical reaction but comparatively more box office success) if you will, but having watched and enjoyed the heck out of the film last night I believe at least some of the blame lies at the feet of Sony's marketing.

In interrogating popular critical approaches, Davies identifies several key themes, which were all to some degree common currency by the time of the film's release, and which would crystallise around it.

Park's original film is based on a 90s Japanese manga (comic) and although its tone and themes of revenge are unmistakably Asian, this did not hinder the film from going on to claim critical applaud from audiences worldwide, eventually wining the 2004 Cannes Gran Prix.

Director Marco Kreuzpaintner has created a children's film that deals in dark themes without flinching, and never tries to downplay the evil that surrounds Krabat and the potential outcomes of the critical decisions he eventually must make.

As the blogger and founder of Reel Talk Online, I write film reviews, news and features that bridge the gap between critical and audience response, and engage readers through honest, sometimes snarky commentary that explores core themes of film, with an emphasis on the collision of politics and entertainment.

The second disc takes a more production - themed approach to the bonus material with a three - part featurette on the development of the film («Developing the Script,» «Finding the Director» and «Focus on Sheffield»), a five - part featurette on the actual production of the film («Anatomy of a Score,» «Stocksbridge Brass Band Blues,» «Song & Dance,» «Editing» and «Translating English to English»), and a short discussion about the film's surprise critical and commercial success.