Stuff You Should Know SYSK’s Summer Movie Playlist: Some Movies That Changed Filmmaking
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Jun 27, 2025 Dive into the world of cinema as they explore films that revolutionized filmmaking. Discover the impact of synchronized sound with Vitaphone and how it transformed storytelling. Enjoy humorous insights about influential directors like Orson Welles and groundbreaking movies like 'Citizen Kane.' They also discuss the game-changing CGI of 'Toy Story' and how Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' shaped sci-fi. Plus, enjoy personal anecdotes and critiques that make the art of filmmaking both fun and engaging!
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Montage Innovation in Battleship Potemkin
- Battleship Potemkin pioneered montage editing, using rhythmic sequences of shots for emotional impact.
- Its Odessa Steps sequence is one of the most referenced and mimicked in film history.
Buster Keaton's Deadpan Legacy
- Buster Keaton was a pioneer of deadpan acting and dangerous stunts that influenced generations.
- His stone-faced style contrasts Chaplin's emotive acting and inspired many modern comedians.
Jazz Singer's Sound Breakthrough
- The Jazz Singer was the first feature film with synchronized spoken dialogue using Vitaphone technology.
- It changed cinema by initiating the transition from silent to sound films.