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The Best Ensembles of 2014

After singling out the great breakthrough performances of the year, it's time to turn our eyes to the ensembles. Whether it's a small supporting role or the l...

The Best Double Features of 2014

Few things are more sublime in the world of cinephilia then finding back-to-back features that hit a specific thematic sweet spot. Here are the year's 10 best double bills....

The Best Cinematography of 2014

"A cinematographer is a visual psychiatrist - moving an audience through a movie ... making them think the way you want them to think, painting pictures in the dark." - Gordon Willis....

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