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Category: visuals

visuals

Freeze Frame: AMADEUS

Recognizing true genius in an age of hyperbole.

Posted on February 20, 2014June 30, 2015
visuals

Freeze Frame: THE TINGLER

Not long ago, screaming in fear felt terrible. Now, it comes with great joy.

Posted on February 12, 2014June 30, 2015
visuals

Freeze Frame: THE BLUES BROTHERS

The moment in The Church of Rock & Roll that inspires a Mission from God.

Posted on February 6, 2014June 30, 2015
visuals

Freeze Frame: ROSEMARY’S BABY

When you’re already feeling paranoid, anything can be a source of tension…even a woman in a pink dress.

Posted on January 30, 2014June 30, 2015
visuals

Freeze Frame: THE SHOP AROUND THE CORNER

A few well-chosen words can feel like the sun is shining. So imagine the sadness one can feel when the clouds start to gather.

Posted on January 23, 2014June 30, 2015
listy goodness, visuals

Hey Man, Nice Shot – 2013 Edition

Certain moments have a way of sticking with you throughout the year.

Posted on December 30, 2013January 4, 2014
visuals

Freeze Frame: MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET

If rivalries can be put aside, and consumers treated with respect – maybe that’s something to believe in.

Posted on December 12, 2013June 30, 2015
visuals

Wasn’t That a Party? – David Ehrlich’s 2013 Best in Film Video Countdown

With the end in sight, David Ehrlich turns around and looks back on the path we’ve travelled these last twelve months.

Posted on December 3, 2013December 8, 2013
visuals

Freeze Frame: SOME LIKE IT HOT

What better way to visualize the heat coming off an icon like Marilyn?

Posted on November 28, 2013June 30, 2015
visuals

Freeze Frame: MEAN STREETS

It always seems easier to ask forgiveness than ask permission. Thing is, forgiveness leaves a mark.

Posted on November 21, 2013June 30, 2015
visuals

Shades of Grey: Envisioning Modern Films in Monochrome

With NEBRASKA on its way, one wonders what might have been if a few more modern movies had been shot in black & white.

Posted on November 20, 2013November 26, 2013
visuals

Freeze Frame: BONNIE AND CLYDE

Sometimes you go to bed with the myth, and wake up next to the truth.

Posted on November 13, 2013June 30, 2015

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