Cinema History

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Post-war Rome streets in ruins, with resilient Italians and a vintage film camera, embodying the spirit of Italian Neorealism.

What is Italian Neorealism and its Global Film Influence?

In 1945, with Italy's Cinecittà studios in ruins, Roberto Rossellini filmed Roma Città Aperta on actual war-torn streets, inadvertently launching a cinematic revolution.

Isabel Castillo·August 7, 2026

A stylized, expressionistic depiction of a vampire figure against a distorted cityscape, evoking the mood of early German horror cinema.

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What is German Expressionism's lasting influence on horror films?

In 1922, Nosferatu introduced the world to a vampire killed by sunlight, a narrative trope that would define the creature for a century.

Arthur Vance·June 20, 2026

A stylish couple in a Parisian street, reminiscent of French New Wave cinema, with a vintage car in the background.

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Essential French New Wave Films

In 1958, François Truffaut's low-budget, autobiographical debut film, 'The 400 Blows', not only won Best Director at Cannes but sparked a revolution that forever changed cinema.

Arthur Vance·June 16, 2026

A vintage film projector in a dark room, symbolizing the historical roots and enduring magic of auteur theory in filmmaking.

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What is Auteur Theory and Why Does it Still Matter in Filmmaking?

Just five years after François Truffaut's seminal 1954 essay, the French New Wave exploded onto the global stage, fundamentally reshaping cinema.

Arthur Vance·June 6, 2026

A poignant, cinematic scene of post-war Italian life, showcasing resilience amidst destruction and the raw emotional impact of the era.

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What is Italian Neorealism and why does its legacy endure?

In the immediate aftermath of World War II, Italian Neorealism ripped through cinematic conventions, making it possible for the first time in decades to portray the raw emotions and harsh realities of

Arthur Vance·May 29, 2026