Understanding Movie Storytelling, Editing and Structure
Film Analysis Fundamentals - A curated collection from Folding Ideas
About this Rabbit Hole
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite films? Dive deep into Folding Ideas's Film Analysis Fundamentals and uncover the secrets of storytelling through the lens of editing. From dissecting The Snowman's disastrous editing to unraveling the metaphors in Annihilation, each video peels back the layers of cinematic technique. Did you know that the infamous movie Glass isn't as well-received as you might think? Unveil the hidden gems of film analysis with Folding Ideas. Watch in order or skip around β each video adds a new layer.
Videos in this Rabbit Hole
The Art of Editing and The Snowman | Folding Ideas
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After two years of battling the cursed Snowman, Dan Olson finally emerges victorious with this insightful video. The editing struggles are real, and the result is worth the wait. Kudos for surviving the cut!
The Art of Storytelling and The Book of Henry
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The Book of Henry sounds like a wild rollercoaster of awfulness that I can't wait to experience for myself. I never knew a movie could simultaneously fail in so many different ways - it's almost impressive.
The Art of Editing and Suicide Squad
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I can't decide what's more painful: watching Suicide Squad's editing or reading the YouTube comments defending it. Warner Brothers may need to look into hiring some real-life superheroes to fix this mess.
The Nostalgia Critic and The Wall
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The Nostalgia Critic diving into "The Wall" is a wild ride, complete with Channel Awesome drama Easter eggs and a sprinkle of Fantano-esque critique. The sheer absurdity is uncomfortably delightful.
Annihilation and Decoding Metaphor
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After watching this video, I feel like I just got a crash course in decoding metaphors and surviving an existential crisis. Definitely makes me rethink my next trip to the shimmer.
Glass Isn't a Very Good Movie - A Spoiler-Rich Vlog
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Just watched this and now I'm wondering if I even saw the same movie as everyone else... Watching Dan Olson break it down is like finally having someone translate a foreign language I've been struggling to understand.
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