Foreign Films

First off, it is important to understand the basis of the foreign film, why it works, why often it doesn’t. The first line to seeing a good foreign film is rarely the acting, but the writer behind the story, the director behind the image. This article proposes a way of choosing foreign films by directors. more »

Every time you listen to a book on tape or CD, follow the narration in a History Channel documentary, or watch a foreign film that has been dubbed in English, you're experiencing the talents of individuals who have discovered how to make an income being heard and not seen. If friends have been telling you that you've got a great voice... more »

Film copyrights are not forever. The owner of the movie must renew the copyright before it expires to retain ownership rights. When a copyright on a film is not renewed by the owner, the film becomes public domain. This means that there are no restrictions on where and under what circumstances the film can be used or shown. There are... more »

Whether she writes for a major metropolitan newspaper or a community weekly or has her own slot on a radio program or local access network, a film critic's job is to provide the public with her opinion on the latest movies so they can make an informed decision on whether a flick is worth the price of a ticket and popcorn. Today's... more »

So cinema is your thing, you're looking for sophisticated fare that pushes the limits, something with subtitles and actors whose names you can't pronounce. You're a foreign film buff and you're hungry for titles. Here are some tips on where to buy foreign films. more »