It takes a lot of courage–and mastery–to create a 20-minute single-location scene as the beginning of a genre (War) know for sustainable action and adventure from start to finish.
Inglorious Basterds (2009): Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction WWII–Great Movie Opening, Monologue Delivered By Christoph Waltz, Who Won Oscar for It
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Prestige, The (2006): Chris Nolan’s Magic Mystery–Great Movie Beginnings
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The Prestige • Best Movie Introductions “Are you watching closely?” After this scene, you better be. The opening scene of The Prestige is brilliant for many reasons (not just Michael Caine’s voice). Nolan perfectly sets the tone for this rivalry-fueled thriller. You learn about magic and you learn about our characters. When Christian Bale’s character […]
Hurt Locker, The (2009): Bigelow’s Oscar Winning Thriller–Great Movie Beginnings
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Spectators are made to understand the high stakes–life and death–but also the thrills described in the movie’s tagline as “War is a drug.”
Politics 2024: Interview Was Necessary for Biden’s Public Image, but Was It Effective? Successful?
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The commander-in-chief is in the midst of brutal press cycle after his dismal performance in the June 27 CNN debate against presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Bond: James Bond Films–How Profitable (Adjusted for Inflation)
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After factoring in earnings of $2 billion from Skyfall and Spectre, the series has earned at least $14 billion adjusted for inflation.
