The thriller genre can be a tricky one for filmmakers to pull off. From having the right amount of thrills, suspense, mystery, relatable characters, and a complex plot, but without being off-putting to viewers, making a thriller can be a juggling act. Read More

Anyone who is a fan of film and television has surely heard the term “jump the shark,” named after how in an episode of the sitcom Happy Days when Fonzie jet skied over a shark on water skis. Read More

Movies, in general, have to grip the audience from the get-go in order for viewers to enjoy it. Naturally, the best way to do this is to start the film with a great opening scene that will intrigue viewers and leave them wanting more. Read More

Time is a funny thing, especially when looking at movies. What would have simply been trends when a film was made become dated and retro upon viewing that film years later, thereby giving it a sense of cheesiness or even kitsch. Read More

Whenever a new movie claims to be based on a true story, it is guaranteed that the film’s advertising will emphasise that the events of the film actually happened in real life. Read More

So much planning goes into making a film, from scheduling the film shoot, location scouting, hiring a film crew, and casting the right actors. Unfortunately, not everything in life runs smoothly and problems arise in the final film. Read More

Technology continues to grow and grow, which just so happens to be the norm these days. However, the growth of technology was a lot slower until the late 20th century, specifically the 1980s and 1990s. Read More

Some people rave about movies they were captivated by because of how it made them feel, rather than having an engaging story. Read More