| *Please note that there are SPOILERS for many of Scorsese's films in this tribute* What an exceptional director this man is. Often referred to as one of the greatest American filmmakers (which he is), Martin Scorsese is amongst the most passionate and fearless directors working today. Why fearless? He's not afraid to try new things. His genres can range from a violent crime film like Goodfellas or Casino, to family oriented love letter to cinema like 'Hugo.' It's undeniable that Scorsese knows how to make a damn good film no matter what genre or style. With this installment of 'The Works' I tried to focus on the tonal range of Scorsese's feature films along with the recurring themes that surround them. Who's next? Here's a hint: Toothpick Clips from 'Mean Streets', 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore', 'Goodfellas', 'The Aviator' and 'The Departed' remain courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures, © TM & Copyright 1973, 1974, 1990, 2004, 2004, 2006 Clips from 'Taxi Driver' and 'The Age of Innocence' remain courtesy of Columbia Pictures, © TM & Copyright 1976, 1993 Clips from 'New York, New York', 'Raging Bull' remain courtesy of United Artists, © TM & Copyright 1977, 1980 Clips from 'After Hours' remains courtesy of The Geffen Company, © TM & Copyright 1985 Clips from 'The King of Comedy' remains courtesy of Embassy International Pictures, © TM & Copyright 1983 Clips from 'The Color of Money' and 'Kundun' remain courtesy of Touchstone Pictures, © TM & Copyright 1986, 1997 Clips from ... |
