Maybe for some people Space Jam inspires this response (somewhere Tarkovsky is rising from the dead to come find me and kill me). So there are some objective qualities that a film needs in order to be characterized as great. It doesn’t take very much awareness to tell the difference between a movie that simply strikes a chord with you personally and a movie that’s honestly good.

Christopher Nolan’s unique directorial style is evident in every frame. Ground-breaking special effects that blur the line between dream and reality. Inception takes viewers on a visual and intellectual thrill ride. Frank Darabont’s direction ensures that every emotional beat hits home.

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Clearly, there could be stuff that Cade left off of his list, but for a 5-minute video, I say that he did a damn good job covering everything that (he thinks) it takes to make a great film. And I know, that doesn't really help if you're actually trying to find out what elements make a movie great, because clearly -- something will be great if everything about it is great. Christopher Nolan again showcases his skill with tight pacing and intricate storytelling.

Budgets also play a significant role in distinguishing between TV shows and movies. Movies typically have a larger budget than TV shows, allowing for high-profile talent, special effects, and diverse filming locations. Box office success is commonly measured through a film’s gross earnings, the amount it earns before any costs are deducted. Distributors usually take a high percentage of the opening weekend box office, and the revenue is then shared among different parties involved in the film’s production and release. While financial performance often indicates the popularity of a film, it doesn’t always equate to quality content. Moreover, great performances rely on an actor’s talent and the director’s vision and ability to work with other actors.

But keep this in mind before writing your first film!

That title alone is enough to make obvious the way Wilson engages with books, movies, and television. Film school isn’t like any other type of program out there. Unlike agriculture, engineering, or criminal justice majors, we weren’t always learning hard facts about our areas of movie quiz study. Rather, we were tasked with creatively explaining or performing what we’ve learned about technique and story in order to make it our own. We learned that Nolan is just as much a talented filmmaker as Spielberg, and though they may use different techniques and tackle vastly different themes, the end results are still major motion pictures.

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Emma Stone and Willem Dafoe did that as their manic portrayal of Poor Things gained recognition and an Oscar for Best Leading Female Actor. But more often than not, a great actor will be drawn, or paired with a world-renowned Director. Overall, great films are a culmination of all their parts.

Producers, on the other hand, manage the business side of production. They are responsible for budgeting, securing funding, hiring, marketing, and distribution. The producer ensures that the director’s creative vision finds a path to the screen in a financially viable way. A successful producer can help a film achieve widespread recognition, allowing it to resonate with a broader audience. Effective cinematography creates atmosphere and mood, enhancing the storytelling. It can make scenes more intense, romantic, or eerie, depending on how the visuals are crafted.

Movie Music, or Scores — typically without the spoken word, although this is debatable in Dune II — are special creations as they provide a depth that those found at the top of the pops lack. The non-English language list is a wider spread, with the most-watched movie Troll being the only December release. It's also less reliant on major names as lead stars and more about the genre with a strong spread of horror and action movies in the top 10. But there’s also a mystery surrounding greatness, a spark which sticks in the minds of viewers and places a film in the history books.

One of the most crucial aspects of a good movie is a compelling storyline. A well-written script with interesting characters and a coherent plot keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. A movie with a strong narrative arc, unexpected twists, and well-developed characters can captivate the viewer’s imagination and leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s a heartwarming romance, an edge-of-your-seat thriller, or an epic adventure, a good movie must have a story that resonates with its audience. TV shows generally have a longer format, allowing for more extended and in-depth storytelling.

A filmmaker’s ability to convey emotion through imagery can leave a lasting impression on an audience. The main character’s life is displayed to the audience completely out of order. The audience is essentially exposed to the end without even knowing it until the very end of the movie. This whole style tied in with the mysteriousness of the genre completely pulls viewers into the story, making it extremely memorable and intriguing.

Sound completely changes the way you remember and connect with a film’s plot and message. Movies have been a source of entertainment and artistry for decades. From the early days of silent films to the modern era of CGI-filled blockbusters, there have been countless films that have captured the hearts and minds of audiences around the world. What makes a movie truly memorable and worthy of acclaim? In this article, we will explore the elements that contribute to the making of a great film.

There’s a lot of chemistry between the cast here, which is also important and adds to the building tension. Actors can make or break a film, and the right casting is essential to make sure that the characters will click in the right way with the audience. The ‘bullet time’ technique, or The Matrix Effect, as it became known, was a method of using multiple cameras to make it look as though time was slowing down or stopping entirely. As well as the dynamic action sequences, the philosophical themes and cyberpunk aesthetic had a long-lasting impact. In Moonlight (2016), directed and co-written by Barry Jenkins, the plot explores the life of a young Black man grappling with his identity and sexuality while growing up in Miami. It has a three-stage (tripartite) structure, and as well as offering a nuanced portrayal of Black experiences in America, its themes are universally relatable.

But there really IS such a thing as objectively good filmmaking. Is it the brilliant composition of each subsequent shot? Or maybe some well-placed music during the film’s most powerful moment?