Monthly Archives: March 2009
Individual in Humanity Mini-Doc
This mini-documentary reviews the importance of the individual in humanity and the nature of humanity. I plan to interview interesting/influential people in my life. Four Question: What defines human nature? What connects us? What separates us? What defines you?
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Prostitutes are Universal. Character Development is Not.
Although I enjoyed the cinematography, editing and humor, I felt that Sofia Coppola’s “Lost in Translation” (2003) was much like her “Marie Antoinette” (2006): visually striking, feigning depth. Sofia counts on her characters to uphold a film, in which almost … Continue reading
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Reality: Alternative and Shockingly Naked
The 1970 documentary, “Gimme Shelter,” made by Albert and David Maysles covers the organization and execution of the Altamont Free Concert in San Francisco on December 6, 1969. The later infamous concert was a chance for the Rolling Stones to … Continue reading
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Scum to Hobo: The Progression of Raging Bull
I found myself, upon the end of “Raging Bull,” enraged (for lack of a better term) at how much time I wasted watching the film. I was only able to utter monosyllabic caveman-like responses like, “argh” and “ugh.” Upon further … Continue reading
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Tagged Dubendorf, Liv Dubendorf, Olivia Dubendorf, Raging Bull, Robert DeNiro
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