Posts by Danilo Castro

The surreal, stylistic brilliance of Dark City

By Danilo Castro

Alex Proyas’ homage to classic tech-noirs like Blade Runner, Brazil and Akira was released 20 years ago.

How Cronos blurs the line between man and monster

By Danilo Castro

The seed for a career-long obsession is planted in Guillermo del Toro’s debut feature from 1993.

Why I love John Heard’s performance in Cutter’s Way

By Danilo Castro

Alongside Jeff Bridges the late American actors gives a career-defining central turn.

How The Mummy set the tone for the modern horror blockbuster

By Danilo Castro

Stephen Sommers’ 1999 film offers the perfect blend of scares, thrills and high camp.

How The Silence of the Lambs revolutionised the POV shot

By Danilo Castro

Jonathan Demme’s 1991 masterpiece evokes fear by putting us in the protagonist’s shoes.

Love La La Land? Seek out Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench

By Danilo Castro

Damien Chazelle’s low-budget debut has plenty in common with his awards-sweeping musical.

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