The Cycle of he Cinema Has Started
I have to start telling that I like all kind of art, but I have a special place in my heart for the 7th Art. I am completely sure that a movie can be considered art when it transmits a well supported concept. Now, it means that we got the same dilemma about what is art again. But I got something that could help us to clarify it. Maybe you have watched a movie that makes you so happy, very sad, or even upset, and then you ask yourself, why am I crying? It is just a film! This is because the people who were behind of the camera succeed in connecting with you in order to transmit a feeling, a concept, or a different view of the life.
Let's to the point, one of my favorite movies is by Stanley Kubrick. Actually, I like almost all his movies, but I had to choose just one for you. Finally, after 2 hours meditating, I decided that the shining will be a good movie to introduce Stanley Kubrick.
First of all, let’s review something curious about his biography. Stanley was an influential American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and photographer. He was born in New York, and was considered intelligent despite his poor grades at school. Also, he lived in England during most of the last 40 years of his career. Finally, Kubrick was noted for the scrupulous care which he chose his subject, his slow method of working, and the variety of genres.
The shining was not his best movie; however, it is at the top of best horror film list alongside Psycho, the Exorcist and Halloween. The shining is based upon Stephen King’s novel whose name is the same. Amazingly, Stephen disliked the movie, and then he collaborated with Mick Garris to create a television miniseries. So, we have two different versions, but sincerely do not waste your time on the TV version.
When I choose a movie I look for movies that have received awards or nominations. I know it is not warranty of being happy, but I saved time and avoid the bad feeling of watching a bad movie. In other words, a movie is like wine, which does not have to be the most expensive to being your favorite one.
For example, the shining is not the most winning movie, but it has some scenes which allow us see why it is an achievement in film making. If you watch this movie, please pay attention to the image, in which there is an antique elevator disgorging a tidal wave of blood. I am sure you will love it. Later, when you go to the cinema in order to watch one of the new stupid horror movies. I am sure that at the end of one of these movies, you will say to your friends, “guys you should watch The Shining”.
The trailer is up at the right side in the video bar.
Let's to the point, one of my favorite movies is by Stanley Kubrick. Actually, I like almost all his movies, but I had to choose just one for you. Finally, after 2 hours meditating, I decided that the shining will be a good movie to introduce Stanley Kubrick.
First of all, let’s review something curious about his biography. Stanley was an influential American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and photographer. He was born in New York, and was considered intelligent despite his poor grades at school. Also, he lived in England during most of the last 40 years of his career. Finally, Kubrick was noted for the scrupulous care which he chose his subject, his slow method of working, and the variety of genres.
The shining was not his best movie; however, it is at the top of best horror film list alongside Psycho, the Exorcist and Halloween. The shining is based upon Stephen King’s novel whose name is the same. Amazingly, Stephen disliked the movie, and then he collaborated with Mick Garris to create a television miniseries. So, we have two different versions, but sincerely do not waste your time on the TV version.
When I choose a movie I look for movies that have received awards or nominations. I know it is not warranty of being happy, but I saved time and avoid the bad feeling of watching a bad movie. In other words, a movie is like wine, which does not have to be the most expensive to being your favorite one.
For example, the shining is not the most winning movie, but it has some scenes which allow us see why it is an achievement in film making. If you watch this movie, please pay attention to the image, in which there is an antique elevator disgorging a tidal wave of blood. I am sure you will love it. Later, when you go to the cinema in order to watch one of the new stupid horror movies. I am sure that at the end of one of these movies, you will say to your friends, “guys you should watch The Shining”.
The trailer is up at the right side in the video bar.
Jaime,
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting choice! I really like The Shining, too, and I don't even like scary movies. I think it's because the movie is more in the head than all gory, so it's easier to watch....Anyway, I liked your "proof" about the artistry of movies--a simple yet convincing approach to the original question. Great post!