Katie Burnside
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Eight Life Lessons Learned From Mind-Bending Movies
Depending on the viewer, each of us will take away different life lessons because we all consume things differently and have our own opinions on the cinematic journeys we are taken on. Here, in no particular order, I take you through eight mind-bending films that I think teach us something important.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
9 Everyday Objects That Made Surprisingly Good Horror Weapons
Horror writers have this interesting technique where they manage to use things we wouldn't usually think of to murder their characters. Horror films have shown murders by umbrellas, flags, and even sleeping bags. It's bizarre, really, but it works. Here's a list of normal objects that have been turned into a surprising murder weapon in horror films.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Horror
How Christopher Nolan Has Mastered Multiple Genres
The Dark Knight. Inception. Dunkirk. What do all these films have in common? They're directed by one of the most successful auteur directors of our generation. If you've watched several of Christopher Nolan's films, then you know that he has certain themes running throughout them all. He likes to study psychology, which is something that stands out a lot in his films. Inception, for instance, really explores the depths of people's minds and the science of it.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
Why Movie Fans Should Never Be Put off by Subtitles
Foreign films offer something different to Hollywood, yet some moviegoers can be put off by one thing: subtitles. By far the most common resistance to watching foreign language films for American audiences has been subtitles, with many saying that they don't like to read while watching a movie. However, this should not put anyone off because by refusing to read subtitles, you're missing out on some of cinema's most incredible experiences.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
Why We Should All Watch More World Cinema
Hollywood is great and all, but don't we know everything about it? We know because we live it. If you haven't watched any or many foreign language films, you might not know the beauty that is depicted in them and what they can teach us. I am going to give you an insight into what you can get out of watching more foreign films.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
6 'Black Mirror' Easter Eggs That Prove Every Episode Takes Place In The Same Universe
Fans of the show will know that each episode follows different people and different stories, so how could it all take place in the same world? Here are some of the biggest easter eggs that connect the episodes.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
2017: A Great Year for Female Horror Filmmakers, Starting with This Anthology
There's always been a shortage of female filmmakers — not just in horror, but in all genres, which is a shame. According to San Diego State University's Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film Celluloid Ceiling Report:
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
Why the Reboot of 'Scream' the TV Series Will Be a Blessing in Disguise
New characters, new killers and a whole new direction. Along with bringing in new actors, they're looking to bring in a new showrunner, which will make the change up of Season 3 inevitable. They'll have their own views on where they think the show should go.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
How Will 'Captain Marvel' Change The Course Of The MCU?
With the recent success of Wonder Woman, we're all gearing up for the next female-led superhero film in the MCU, but why has it taken the studio so long? It wasn't the right time, until now, according to Kevin Feige:
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Geeks
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5 Female Directors Who Paved the Way for More Diversity in the Horror GenreTop Story - December 2017
There are so many aspects of a horror film, but what makes it a success? Without a director who knows their story and what they want to create, it's going to be a disaster. With new female directors becoming known in the horror genre, let's take a look at previous female directors who paved a way more diversity in horror.
By Katie Burnside6 years ago in Horror