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Author: Marian Silvera Hariton

Cinematic Brilliance and Social Critique: A Reflective Analysis of “RRR” (searcher)

Posted on November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
Hello Class! Recently, I watched the movie “RRR” and was blown away by its technical brilliance and cinematic excellence. After watching the film, I am excited to explore more Tollywood mo... Read More

(Searcher Extra-Credit) PARIS IS BURNING THE 2 KIDS | WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

Posted on November 14, 2023November 14, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
The documentary “Paris is Burning” was released more than three decades ago, but it still manages to captivate audiences with its portrayal of the New York ballroom scene in the late 1980s... Read More

(Searcher) : Unraveling the Surreal Tapestry of “Holy Motors”: A Cinematic Dreamworld

Posted on November 8, 2023November 9, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
This week, we watched “Holy Motors,” directed by Leo Carax. This French art film is a visual journey that blurs the boundaries between reality and performance, and when I finished watching... Read More

Exploring Genre: Unraveling Telenovelas (Reader)

Posted on October 23, 2023November 7, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
Hello Class! This week’s reading is all about cinema genres. As a girl growing up in Panama, my introduction to the world of storytelling came through the vibrant narratives of telenovelas that ... Read More

Exploring the Enigmatic Depths of “Citizen Kane” (viewer)

Posted on October 11, 2023October 11, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
Hi Class, Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of “Citizen Kane”! This iconic film has left an enduring mark on the history of cinema, and I’m excited to share my thought... Read More

The Power of Alfonso Cuaron’s Longshot (searcher)

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
Hello Class! This week, we watched Alfonso Cuaron’s 2013 film Gravity. I deeply admire Cuaron’s work in his films Roma (my favorite black and white movie, which I highly recommend) and Har... Read More

(Reader) Exploring Perspective Through Camera Lenses

Posted on September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
Hello Class! As someone who profoundly admires camera work in films and camera operators, I found these ideas fascinating from Ch. 5: “The Shot: Cinematography.” First, watch this video on... Read More

Event Announcement

Posted on September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
On Thursday, September 14th, join Professor Monica Sandler as she welcomes special guests Erick Goins (President of SAG-AFTRA Atlanta) and Mike Pniewski (Member of SAG negotiations committee) for a di... Read More

(Viewer) Mise-en-scène in The Grand Budapest Hotel!

Posted on September 5, 2023September 7, 2023 by Marian Silvera Hariton
By: Marian Silvera Hariton Greetings, Dear class. Before reading my analysis, please watch this excellent YouTube video that deep dives into the Mise-en-scène in Wes Anderson’s films, especiall... Read More

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