Links: movies

Todd Vaziri illustrates how center framing is not new (in response to criticism of The Substance) and such a premise is balderdash.

I've had this tab open for months. What is Nestflix? A (searchable!) collection of 800 fake tv shows and movies that have been mentioned in tv shows or movies. I happened on this favorite with Jenna Maroney and it makes me smile every time I inventory said tabs. This, a weirdly specific project by Lynn Fisher who just updated her personal site for 2025.

Wanted to see this in a theater but this will do! Produced and directed by Gary Hustwit, the documentary culls from interviews with Brian Eno and archival footage. Brendan Dawes developed software (called Brain One, an anagram of Brian Eno) to generate unique versions of the film. / via Dan Burzo

Someone asked about movies to watch this month and I instinctively went to Rob Weychert's site to pull up some Robtober archives to share. And RSS lit up this morning with a new edition for 2024. 🔥

There's a documentary about the Indigo Girls! Looks like it's toward the end a run of screenings, but I'm bookmarking to keep it in mind. I can recall singing along to their music at the top of my lungs with friends in school. / hat tip to Chuck Jordan

Andrew Pieterick has compiled a great list, many films new to me and some I only knew in other contexts. Adding all these to the queue to get the toaster oven.

Years ago, Rosecrans Baldwin did an interview for Layer Tennis and asked about my influences. Without a beat I included Jim Henson. The trailer for this movie gives me all the feels. I very much look forward to the film!

Kirill Grouchnikov interviews Patrice Vermette and it's a great read with wonderful bits like "Design needs to support storytelling, inform us of the past as well as the future." (more interviews here) Extra bonus: Exploring Patrice's filmography to soak in more design.

I randomly see something come across my feeds and then realize there is a screening tonight in Cincinnati with filmmakers and beavers at the showing and man I wish I could go. Filing away to watch this black and white slapstick movie in the future!

A black and white version is coming to theaters and I haven't seen the original color release and now want to see both! / via benbrown

Thanks to this CBS Sunday Morning segment, I now know the person who created Stompers (and a BUNCH of other iconic toys) is named Eddy Goldfarb and his daughter made a documentary about him, toys and aging.

So many of these are etched into my brain. It’s nice to connect the work with a studio. / with a tip of the hat to Brandon Schaefer’s blog filled with quotes and other bits of inspiration.

This year’s selection of horror flicks from Rob has revealed there are a lot of Saw movies! Not sure I could stomach those, but there are a handful of others on the list that pique my interest. Wondering if I’ve seen Peter Jackson’s Braindead.

Curated links to the very best documentaries across a bunch of streaming services. (No idea why they call it Rockumentaries when all sorts are included) / via Rachel

A film with quite the pedigree of writing, directing and actors. This looks delightfully dark and intriguing and fun. / via Yewknee

The Barbie marketing machine is in overdrive, but this tidbit on Letterboxd is a trove for understanding the director’s aim. And also a great list of movies to check out and revisit.

I'm excited for what’s in store for 2023 after reading this list that includes upcoming work from Trevor’s favorite directors and sequels.

Filing this away as there are both overlaps with my favorites and lots of flicks to add to the list. / via Yewknee

If you're looking for horror movies to get psyched up for Halloween, Rob has a list. Check them out, his life depends on it.

Just watched this movie (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️) and it was soul filling with lovely, quiet performances and emotion. Been trying to devour more about it and this interview helped expand the concepts.

Jean-Pierre Jeunet (director of Amélie!) has a new sci-fi movie coming out in February on Netflix. It looks colorful and fun. 

Each year Rob Weychert schedules new-to-him horror movies for each day of the month. On this year's list is Magic with Anthony Hopkins that both terrified me as a child and inspired me to get a ventriloquist doll.

Writers, readers and filmmakers create a list of favorite movies. Some gems and some I've yet to see. If I had to pick one to add to the list today I would say "About Time"

Wow. Pretty amazing throwback to analogue. / via Coudal

I love Khoi's thoughtful bite-sized insights to movies.

With the passing of Christopher Plummer I'm asking friends if they'd ever seen Beginners. It's such a very good movie, and the descriptions of it fail to capture what the movie is really about. (A little bit of everything.)

I've been revisiting favorite movies. This car always stuck with me.

This thread is gold if you've ever looked at the array of streaming options and had no idea where to start. I love folks sharing their favorites.

A wild ride through the 1960s downtown New York art scene as seen through the eyes of legendary Metropolitan Museum of Art curator, Henry Geldzahler. added towatch / via Yewknee

I saw the movie Popeye at age 9. (I thought it was magical back then.) I always thought it would be fun to go to the place it was filmed. I guess you still can? / via @ADuralde

Neato. / via Austin Kleon

Stream Classic Cinema, Indie Film and Top Documentaries, with your library card. (Sadly CIncinnati's public library doesn't seem to be a part of the system)

I've seen two of these (Spiderverse and I, Tonya, both of which were excellent). Putting these other 5 on the list (though some were already there).

Adding to my mental queue to watch this movie.

Jessica Jones makes these up every year and shares a printable PDF for your Oscar party. Or heck, you could just print one for yourself.

10 bucks a month, see as many movies as you want (in 2D) in theaters in your area. Just did a search and every theater I go to is listed. I don't know the catch. There has to be a catch.

Fascinating cinematography

This looks delightful

What a bizarre and intriguing trailer

Clips of movies that inspired their posters

Ha!

I think this movie is really quite endearing and very good. Best watched without reading too much about it or watching a trailer. If you like sweet love stories with a bit of a twist, rent it. (Sadly not streaming anywhere at the moment)

Dream job. Awesome results (just saw the movie, v. enjoyable). /via Kottke

Search Netflix, Hulu, Google Play, iTunes, and more, for movies to stream instantly, rent, and buy. / via DaringFireball

I not only appreciate the sentiments, but this plea is animated awesomely.

That's all.

Without VFX, Iron Man 2 is the story of two men, with soft spots on their heads, getting into trouble in their pajamas.

I quite love Dave White's movie reviews, and even though this list is set up as a slideshow, it can't take away from some fine film selections that got overlooked by the Oscars.

I always enjoy Austin's lists. There are many on here I hope to see. (And I recommend Bernie whenever I get a chance)

I thought this movie was awesome, and I've been saving this link to delve into at some point. Turns out, it's _really_ meaty. I'm saving it for later. / via daring fireball

Included in this list? A Crackling Yule Log Fireplace if you're into that sort of thing. (I am)

ESPN Films and Grantland's first in a series of videos about sports and sport figures. This makes me want to visit Vegas and shake Pete's hand. / via DaringFireball

Just saw "Jiro Dreams of Sushi" and Naz's insights sum up my feelings better than I could. A fine and beautiful film.

In my opinion, this is the best site out there that doesn't have a mobile version or app. Oh, it'd benefit from such things, but for now? It's just nice to have a place to note the movies one watches without junk yelling at you to buy something or feel like a tool.

A look into the process behind this photographers intricately set photos. / via aphotoeditor

A lovely print showcasing each film with a simple icon. Dig it. / via LaughingSquid

Interesting find from Cameron Moll. I'm intrigued more by Peter Jackson's new movie as well as understanding better why fewer frames feel more film-like.

V. clever use of long-exposure to capture WiFi networks

Speaking of which (and not on the list) - I need to stop surfing so I can catch Fantastic Mr. Fox on the big screen while I still can!

Loved the hand dancing.