See theory in action. This section breaks down how specific scenes, characters, genres, and trends work across different films. From the use of tropes in Harry Potter to seduction in ’90s thrillers, these case studies help you connect big ideas to real-world examples, so you can learn by watching closely.
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Case Study: Character Arcs in the Harry Potter Series
I’ve always found that analyzing is one of the best ways of learning. You get a sense of what works …
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The Use of Frame Within a Frame Shots in Bicycle Thieves (1948)
A frame within a frame shot occurs when a character is surrounded by another shape within the shot, such as …
Best Seduction Movies (for Film Students to Learn From)
As covered in How Sex Scenes are Filmed in Movies, the depiction of intimate content has transformed dramatically over the …
Best Tinto Brass Movies (& Why You Should Watch Them)
Giovanni “Tinto” Brass is an Italian filmmaker known for his distinctive style and focus on erotic themes. His films feature …
Famous Femme Fatales Every Film Student Must Know
From Rita Hayworth’s sultry whispers in Gilda to Sharon Stone’s icy manipulations in Basic Instinct, the femme fatale archetype has …
How Bollywood and Indian Cinema Show Intimacy. A Brief Study
THE SHORT VERSION The portrayal of sex scenes in Bollywood movies has traditionally been conservative due to India’s cultural norms …
Easter Eggs in Movies. Meaning and Examples.
A movie Easter egg is a hidden detail, reference, or message purposely placed by filmmakers for eagle-eyed movie buffs and …
Batman Movie Quotes: Origins, Significance & Analysis
Batman movies are filled with fantastic quotes, snappy comebacks, and one-liners that have become cults in cinema history. Below are …
12 Apocalyptic Movies To Learn From As a Filmmaker
Dystopic movies are more than fancy ways to say, “The sky is falling.” Often, they have a hidden message or …