At one point or another, we’ve all asked the question: what was the first movie ever made? Was it the one with the train robbery? Was it the one where the moon had a face? Both The Great Train Robbery (1903) and A Trip to the Moon (1902) were early examples of movies, but neither was the first one. We’re going to answer the ever-so-elusive question to “what was the first movie ever made?” by placing it in historical context. By the end, you’ll know what the first movie ever made was and some fun facts about the early years…
Long ago, when all television screens and computer monitors looked alike, they shared the same aspect ratio of 4 by 3. It dominated the way early cinema and television looked, but it was not meant to last. In the 21st century, new and emerging technology has resulted in more aspect ratios, like 16:9, leaving 4:3 as somewhat of a relic. But what is 4:3 aspect ratio, how did it get started, and why has it started popping up again in some movies? Continue reading What is 4:3 Aspect Ratio — And Why Do Filmmakers Still Use It?
One of the biggest misconceptions about cinematic history is that color was first introduced to movies around the 1930s. While this is true for specific color processes, filmmakers were attempting to incorporate color into their films as early as the first few decades of motion pictures. What was the first color movie and how did they implement color into film long before the Technicolor’s revolutionary process? What was Technicolor’s revolutionary process? Who is Technicolor? Don’t worry, we’ll dive into all of these questions and more in this article.Continue reading What Was the First Color Movie? — It’s Not What You Think…
Analog horror, an intriguing sub-genre that harks back to a bygone era, has been increasingly prevalent in the horror scene. Fusing elements of nostalgia, suspense, and eeriness, it presents a unique exploration of fear through a retro lens. But what is analog horror and how does it distinguish itself from other subgenres of horror? How does it use elements from the past to evoke fear? Continue reading What is Analog Horror — History and Examples Explained
Have you ever noticed how some artworks seem to move or flow? This is achieved through the use of rhythm. Rhythm in art is a powerful tool that can draw viewers into an artwork and create a sense of harmony and connection. In this article, we will explore the meaning of rhythm in art, how it can be achieved through visual and auditory elements, and provide some examples of its application. Join us as we take a closer look at rhythm in art.Continue reading What is Rhythm in Art — Principles, Types & Techniques
Here at StudioBinder, we’ve written extensively about auteurs in the field of film. We’ve discussed artists like Martin Scorsese, Christopher Nolan, and David Fincher at length. And then, there’s Michael Bay. Love him or hate him, his films have influenced the filmmaking world. His 360 shot and his unique editing strategies have impacted filmmakers young and old alike. For this list, we’re counting down the best Michael Bay films of all time, and yes, there are some pretty good ones. Let’s dive into it. Continue reading Michael Bay’s Best Movies, Ranked from Worst to Best
It’s no easy task cutting down a list of the best Sci-Fi movies of all time to just 25, as Sci-Fi has been on the bleeding edge of storytelling since the beginning of time. Although some Sci-Fi stories have parabolic elements of warning, most do so with optimistic intentions. Those that don’t typically are more dystopian. As such, dystopian movies have their own place in cinema history, and therefore are mostly excluded from this list.So boot up your hyperdrive and set your phasers to stun as we rank the greatest Sci-Fi movies of all time!Continue reading 25 Best Sci-Fi Movies…
What makes the best football movie of all time? They run the gamut from high school, comedy, college, inspirational, and kids football movies. That's a wide spectrum!In this post, we’re going to give you a list of the best football movies so that you and your loved ones can watch some of the great movies that make you want to crack some skulls.Continue reading 20 Best Football Movies of All Time, Ranked for Cinephiles
Woody Allen is a writer and director who bares his emotions and neuroses on screen. It’s for this very reason that so many of his films feel so personal.Yet, as an audience, it feels harder than ever to make sense of the complicated nature that is Allen’s catalog of work, especially in light of allegations of sexual assault that have been made against him.But still, it’s undeniable that Allen is not only one of the most prolific filmmakers in the history of cinema, but also one of the best.In this article, we’re going to judge Allen’s work by four movie…
There’s no doubt about it: Stanley Kubrick is one of the greatest filmmaking pioneers of all time. Stanley Kubrick was, in many ways, a perfectionist. As such, his filmography isn’t as expansive as those of his contemporaries. But for what Kubrick lacked in quantity he made up for in quality: Each film he directed was a product of detailed planning and masterful execution. Here, we’re going to rank the best Stanley Kubrick films based on these four criteria: acting, filmmaking, and story.Continue reading Best Stanley Kubrick Movies — 13 Masterpieces Ranked (and Video Essay)
