The trailer for 28 Years Later has been out; following the ongoing aftermath of 28 Days Later. Much like how the first movie was one of the first to use digital cameras to film, this movie is one of the first to use phone cameras for a feature film.
For decades and decades, people have sat each other down to watch The Wizard of Oz; while playing Pink Floyd’s album, Dark Side of the Moon. On the third roar of the MGM lion, you hit play on the album, and the music almost perfectly syncs with the movie. It’s as if it were all on purpose.
Lately I have been intrigued by the idea of films being shot strictly on phones. Normally, films shot on phones are shorts or music videos, mostly done for convenience and keeping within a small budget. But with the limitations comes a little bit of different thinking creatively. Then, there are filmmakers who decide from the start to shoot on phone cameras for an aesthetic.
I remember the excitement my friends and I felt when the first trailer dropped for the Power Rangers movie. We — just like all children — were huge fans of the show, and were surprised and gleefully throwing punches and kicks at imaginary putties. Not only was there an upcoming film, but it still starred the actors we know and love. (more…)
Admittedly, I was a little worried about the third Deadpool film. I thought I wouldn’t enjoy the story, or how it brought Hugh Jackman back to the role of Wolverine. Logan was an incredible sendoff and goodbye to Jackman’s 20-plus year portrayal of the character. Turns out I was pretty wrong being concerned.
I’ll admit. I really enjoy terrible movies as much as incredible ones. There is an odd charm to them; the wooden acting, the cheap production value, and the lackluster cinematography. It’s just a joy to watch; along with the unintended hilarity. Maybe “charm” is the wrong word to use, but I digress.
For everyone who knows me, I obviously stan for Zack Snyder. I adore the cinematography in his films, but I do understand that his work is divisive. And that’s part of the reason why I enjoy his work so much. He doesn’t keep things safe or stay in his comfort zone. The guy likes exploring and experimenting. And it always sparks emotion and conversation. And to me, that is art.
The author behind the novel The Martian, Andy Weir, is currently writing an unnamed novel that takes place in space. It isn’t complete, but that isn’t stopping Ryan Gosling from wanting to star in the film adaptation of the upcoming book. If that isn’t enough, Phil Lord and Chris Miller, the duo behind The LEGO Movie and 21 (22) Jump Street films, are set to direct the unnamed film.