Every decade since cinema’s inception has seen the release of numerous classic films, but even so, the 1960s feel particularly special within the medium’s history. There was a certain level of freedom technologically, given factors like the adoption of wide-screen formats that had taken off in the 1950s and more […]
Étiquette : 1960s
Paul Newman’s Most Troubling Performance Was in This 1960s Classic
The Big Picture Paul Newman’s performance as Hud in the film Hud was captivating and complex, drawing audiences in despite his character’s lack of redeeming qualities. Director Martin Ritt skillfully juxtaposed Newman’s outward sex appeal with the character’s internal desolation through cinematography. Hud’s relationships with his nephew Lonnie and housekeeper […]
The 1960s « Spider-Man » Cartoon Was So Much Weirder Than You Think
The Big Picture Spider-Man, the 1960s animated TV show, offers a unique and strange adaptation of the beloved character, with a tinge of psychedelia and groovy music. The show’s first season follows a conventional storyline, featuring classic Spidey villains and a faithful representation of the comic book run. Despite its […]
1960’s Le village des damnés et transformer les enfants en monstres
Les enfants sont un aliment de base fiable de l’horreur. Vous ne voulez pas voir un enfant se faire blesser ou tuer, fictif ou non, et la mort d’un enfant peut devenir la partie la plus bouleversante d’un film, mais cela devient vraiment tordu lorsque l’enfant lui-même est celui qui […]