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★ 6.5 · 2021 · Documentary
Film lovers examine the cinematic moments that thrilled, perplexed, challenged and forever changed them in this collection of visual essays.
Episodes
1. Summer of the Shark17m · For Sasha Stone, summer 1975 evokes endless days, first kisses, "Jaws" on repeat — and the start of a long love affair with the movies.
2. Ethics of Revenge18m · Forever changed after seeing Park Chan-wook's "Lady Vengeance," Tony Zhou breaks down the uneasy perils and pleasures of revenge.
3. But I Don't Like Him24m · Love "Lawrence of Arabia," but can't embrace its protagonist? Drew McWeeny examines likability and the monsters we're drawn to in the dark.
4. The Duality of Appeal22m · For animators like Glen Keane, appeal means harmony in design. It's also led to narrow beauty standards for female characters — and new challenges.
5. Film vs Television20m · How has film's challenging storytelling held up against the small screen's welcoming character arcs? Digital changed it all, says Taylor Ramos.
6. Profane and Profound23m · For young Walter Chaw, "48 Hrs." kicked off a crucial conversation about race in America — not to mention a host of interracial buddy movies.More Like This
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