Movie spotlight
Cinema
A lesson in conciseness, expressiveness, and humor on the inexhaustible theme of the dream of making movies. A parodic lesson, a Brazilian version of historical scenes filmed by the Lumiére brothers in 1895—the baby, the bath in the garden, the workers leaving, and the arrival of the train. The melodrama of a couple of lovers through time and the history of cinema. Many sequence shots, as preferred and taught by Cinema Novo. Everything about a film being made and being watched. The language of cinema (shot, reverse shot, tracking shot, editing, mixing, dubbing, etc.), interspersed with quotes from Humberto Mauro, Godard, Glauber Rocha, and Rossellini.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the art and business of filmmaking, delving into the creative process from script to screen. It features interviews with industry professionals and behind-the-scenes footage, offering insight into the collaborative nature of cinema. The film examines various aspects of movie production, including directing, acting, and special effects.
Critical Reception
Cinema received generally positive reviews for its informative and engaging look at filmmaking. Critics praised its accessibility to a broad audience and the insights it provided into the cinematic craft. While not a major commercial success, it is considered a valuable document for film enthusiasts.
What Reviewers Say
A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at movie creation.
Informative and well-paced for a documentary on filmmaking.
Offers valuable insights into the collaborative effort of cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented but is generally considered a niche interest film for those fascinated by the filmmaking process.
Fun Fact
The documentary was directed by Michael Crichton, who is more widely known for his science fiction novels like 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Andromeda Strain', and for directing films such as 'Westworld'.
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