“If only you could see what I’ve seen with your eyes!” Blade Runner (1982). Directed by Ridley Scott. Cinematography by Jordan Cronenweth. In response to the Daily Post challenge – Refraction of light.
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DC Movies Incoming
Warner Bros. yesterday announced their planned slate for the next six years of DC movies, and there is much to look forward to.
John Lasseter – Bringing the Inanimate Object to Life
“Computers don’t create computer animation any more than a pencil creates pencil animation. What creates computer animation is the artist.”
The Hobbit Character Posters
Over the past few days, the official The Hobbit Twitter page has been trickling out shiny new character posters for the final chapter of the trilogy – The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies. The concluding film in the saga is released on December 17th.
A New Hope
Dreaming up The Empire Strikes Back? Or dreaming of a world where CGI would make Jar Jar a reality? In response to The Daily Post photo challenge.
Why Netflix Picked Adam Sandler
Netflix recently announced a deal with Adam Sandler (Grown Ups, Happy Gilmore), which ties the actor up to star in and produce four original movies for the streaming giant as they further their original content library. But why did Netlfix choose Adam Sandler for this deal, of all of the actors available?
J.K. Rowling’s Potter Mystery
J.K. Rowling took to Twitter recently to tease Potter fans with a mysterious and cryptic tweet. Cry, foe! Run amok! Fa awry! My wand won’t tolerate this nonsense. — J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) October 6, 2014
Gone Girl, Anyone?
Are you wondering how to spend your evening? Stumped for ideas? Flicks and Pieces has you covered! For those unsure as to the best way to spend their evening I’ve created a handy infographic to guide your way. Enjoy the film now, thank me later.
10 Incredible Shots From Oscar Winning Cinematographers
In the past ten years, nine cinematographers have walked away from the Academy Awards with the Oscar statuette (with Robert Richardson picking up the award twice, for Hugo and The Aviator). Showing an expert use of framing, lighting and colour, these experts of their trade have created some of the most visually beautiful films in recent history. Lets…
News Flash: Hollywood Officially Runs Out Of Ideas
Ladies and gentlemen, the sad day has arrived when Hollywood has officially run out of ideas. Empire reports that a movie based on the classic puzzle game Tetris is on its way. Now don’t get me wrong, I love Tetris as much as the next guy, and it’s not like this is the first movie to…
10 Beautiful Alternative Movie Posters
Let’s take a look at 10 beautiful alternative movie posters, which have been created by some truly incredible artists. Prepare for your eyes to be dazzled by some remarkable one sheets.
Ranking Guillermo del Toro’s Movies
For Guillermo del Toro, it’s what lies beneath the bed, behind the curtain, or in the darkness that made him tick as a child, and inspires him creatively as a director. As a self-confessed lover of the macabre, del Toro surrounds himself with art, imagery, sculptures and collections of all that can feed his obsession with…
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