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Discover the History of Film & Cinematic Artistry, where storytelling and visual expression brought groundbreaking innovations.

Director of Dreams: Who Is Akira Kurosawa?
Director of Dreams: Who Is Akira Kurosawa?

Japanese master filmmaker Akira Kurosawa made his mark during the 1940s, and his influence is still felt in the work of international filmmakers today.

How Did Samurai Movies and Westerns Influence Each Other?
How Did Samurai Movies and Westerns Influence Each Other?

While samurai movies and Westerns might seem entirely distinct, hardcore fans will notice many overlaps between the two classic film genres.

A New Generation of Women: What Was the Jazz Age Flapper?
A New Generation of Women: What Was the Jazz Age Flapper?

Look up in the sky! No, it’s not Superwoman. It’s the Jazz Age flapper, one of the highest-flying social creations of the 1920s.

10 Can’t-Miss South American Films
10 Can’t-Miss South American Films

Ready to dive into South America’s movie landscape? Here are ten films to kickstart the exploration of South America’s rich and diverse cinema industry.

4 Egyptian Myths That Inspired Cinema
4 Egyptian Myths That Inspired Cinema

From on-the-nose retellings to more subtle influences, Egyptian mythology has had a significant impact on popular culture and has been immortalized in many films.

Walt Disney: The American Dream Personified (Bio & Facts)
Walt Disney: The American Dream Personified (Bio & Facts)

Walt Disney was a creative genius and an inspirational entrepreneur. Here is his story.

The History of Method Acting in Hollywood in 8 Lessons
The History of Method Acting in Hollywood in 8 Lessons

Learn how the Stanislavsky school of acting, alias the “Method,” matriculated to the movies in the years after World War II, in eight methodical lessons.

4 Great Films About the Troubles and Irish Independence
4 Great Films About the Troubles and Irish Independence

Discover 20th-century Northern Irish history and the events of the Troubles through the works of four filmmakers from different countries.