Views on Film

Film culture is all about what movies inspire in people. Films are important because they instill ideas, values, and expectations in it's viewers and potential viewers. Films often portray criticisms and praises on historical and political issues and events. Studying film can be important in studying history, because it can offer a view from people who were there, designed to be shown to people who were also there.

Films are the birth child of screenwriters, who generate ideas. The idea can either be an original idea, and adaptation of a story, novel, or actual historical event. This idea is then expanded into a script or screenplay. Characters from this screenplay can evolve past the script and screen. They can become cult phenomenons that are praised by viewers and ultimately immortalized by their short time in a film. 

Different types of film appeal to different people. This means some films may be loved by others and hated by some.  They may spark debate and controversy with their content. A film-goer against violence might not want to watch an action movie. A male film-goer will be less likely to view a romantic-comedy. Cultural values and ideas are an important part of film because it alters the  viewers and directors perception of the film. It can also force people to have differing opinions.  

Viewing many films will show aspects of film viewers might not have previously noticed. Diving into the production process, cinematography, editing, sound, genres, and critical perspectives will offer a different view of films. You might find more flaws in film, but you might also find more positive things as well.