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entertainment1 year ago

Scorsese's Film Shines with Women's Contributions

The article challenges the notion that Martin Scorsese only makes films centered on masculinity by highlighting "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," a film that prominently features women's perspectives. The film, which turns 50 this month, was brought to Scorsese by Ellen Burstyn and involved significant contributions from women like Sandra Weintraub, Marcia Lucas, and Toby Carr Rafelson. Despite its success and influence, the film and its female collaborators have often been overlooked in film history, underscoring the need to recognize women's roles in shaping cinema.

film2 years ago

"The Revolutionary Legacy of William Friedkin: Beyond the Horror Blockbuster"

William Friedkin, the director of iconic films such as "The French Connection" and "The Exorcist," was a pioneering filmmaker who revolutionized the action and horror genres. His groundbreaking crime thriller, "The French Connection," featuring the famous car chase scene, defined the New Hollywood revolution. Friedkin then went on to direct "The Exorcist," which became one of the scariest horror movies of all time and a box-office hit. Despite facing setbacks in his career, Friedkin continued to work and create films that pushed boundaries. He will be remembered as a master craftsman who never lost his passion for filmmaking.