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Brendan Lorenzo
United Kingdom
Приєднався 22 тра 2024
I post videos exploring the artistry, meaning and culture of film & TV.
Hi, I'm Brendan Lorenzo and I believe stories have the power to inform and shape our lives but only if we're engaged as an audience, that's what I want to help facilitate.
I'm an Aussie actor/writer/producer studying Entrepreneurship with a dream of creating my own production company.
Subscribe for weekly content and follow me on IG @brennlorenzo for more.
Hi, I'm Brendan Lorenzo and I believe stories have the power to inform and shape our lives but only if we're engaged as an audience, that's what I want to help facilitate.
I'm an Aussie actor/writer/producer studying Entrepreneurship with a dream of creating my own production company.
Subscribe for weekly content and follow me on IG @brennlorenzo for more.
A Letter to my Boyhood Self
These are the things I'd say to myself as a child if I had the chance to speak to him. Even though literally speaking to your past self is impossible, I think writing it out is a rewarding exercise for anyone to engage in. It certainly was for me.
I have used clips from the two coming of age movies which impacted me the most profoundly:
Boyhood 2014 Dir. Richard Linklater
Stand by Me 1986 Dir. Rob Reiner
Clips from National Geographic were also used and the following song:
"Brahe" by Punch Deck
www.youtube.com/@BreakingCopyright
I have used clips from the two coming of age movies which impacted me the most profoundly:
Boyhood 2014 Dir. Richard Linklater
Stand by Me 1986 Dir. Rob Reiner
Clips from National Geographic were also used and the following song:
"Brahe" by Punch Deck
www.youtube.com/@BreakingCopyright
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Відео
Take My Coat (short film) - London Film & Television Festival Finalist 2023
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When a university lecturer is mugged by a young thief, the academic defies his instincts for revenge and embraces compassion, setting the stage for an impactful conversation at a local bar. This heartfelt exchange becomes the pivotal catalyst that guides the misguided youth towards redemption and sparks a profound personal transformation. Take My Coat is a short film made by: Director: Tam Sain...
The Accidental Meta Genius of Birdman
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Birdman reflects reality in even more ways than it intended... Let's explore that. Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu and starring Michael Keaton, this movie made shockwaves 10 years ago for its innovative storytelling, its seamless long-take cinematography, and its meta-commentary on fame, art, and the struggles of an actor past his prime.
Good vs Bad Acting - What's The Difference?
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Both actors deliver memorable performances but for different reasons... Let's explore why Joaquin Phoenix was astonishing in The Gladiator and Eddie Redmayne fell short of the mark in Jupiter Ascending.
Acting Advice I Wish I Heard 10 Years Ago
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Let's discuss how you can TAKE CHARGE of your acting career and avoid these common mistakes. If you want to be an actor or you're just curious to hear how you could go about it, then this video is for you! Intro: 00:00 Context: 00:37 Number 1 mistake actors make: 02:48 What do producers want?: 03:52 Networking/collaborating: 05:59 Why you need to keep taking acting classes: 07:01 How to get an ...
Good vs Bad Acting - How To Spot The Difference
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Why do some acting performances make you cry while others make you cringe? In this video, I attempt to answer that question.
MaXXXine - Movie Review
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Mia Goth and Ti West are back for the 3rd time to deliver one of the best horror movies of the year, Maxxine. Along with X and Pearl, this trilogy makes for my favorite contribution to the Horror genre since the Conjuring series. This is my review of Maxxxine, directed by Ti West and starring Mia Goth.
3 Movies That Inspired Me To Be A Better Person
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Let's discuss why these inspirational movies changed the way I approach my life. I do not claim to perfectly embody the virtues discussed in this video (wish I could), but I sure do aim for them. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Forrest Gump 5:15 - Life is Beautiful 10:12 - Good Will Hunting 16:20 - Outro
A Quiet Place: Day One - Movie Review
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Lets turn back the clock and see how the apocalypse began...This is my review of A Quiet Place: Day One, directed by Michael Sarnoski and starring Lupita Nyong'o and Joseph Quinn.
The Bikeriders - Movie Review
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Over the course of a decade, a Midwestern motorcycle club evolves from a gathering place for local outsiders to a sinister gang, threatening the original group's way of life. This is my review of The Bikeriders, written and directed by Jeff Nichols and starring Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Jodie Comer.
How Challengers Is Trying To Warn You
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Let's explore how Challengers is a cautionary tale, warning us of the pitfalls of our ego. This is a video essay on Challengers directed by Luca Guadagnino, written by Justin Kuritzkes and starring Zendaya, Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist.
Why No Country For Old Men Is My Favorite Film
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Let's do a deep dive into what makes this movie so awesome. For years I've been telling people this is my favorite movie. This is a video essay exploring why No Country For Old Men is at the top of my list.
Well, now I have to rewatch Gladiator again.
“If you want to reach every person in the audience, it’s not about being bigger, it’s about going deeper.” - Sanford Meisner
It's a good watch over and over again 😊
My "favorite" movie as well I saw it 15 times in the theater alone (that is 100% true - no exaggeration) I was 30 then, and sorta dealing with the superficial angst of aging at the time Now as a man in my late 40s, I have been able to realize the deeper layers of the film and how scarily accurate they all feel vis a vis aging and the acceptance of it all. The film is a stone cold masterpiece Great Vid!
I’m pushing 30 and I dare say I’m experiencing that same angst of aging, which is in large part what motivated me to make this video. It’s really interesting to hear how the movie resonates with you at a deeper level the older you get. It’s definitely one I’ll rewatch every few years for the rest of my life.
Great video, but I'm failing to see the "accidental" part, for much of the meta aspects just are by design.
@@wandersonoliveira263 Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it! Whilst many of the meta aspects were by design, the movie ended up becoming even more meta than it intended, hence the use of “accidental” in the title. Some unintentional meta elements include Keaton playing The Vulture in Spiderman and Norton’s contention with Iñarritu in real life. But above all, I’m struck by the fact that by making Birdman, Iñarritu and Keaton received the adoration from fans and critics alike that the protagonist, Riggan Thomson was hoping for. Iñarritu and Keaton can’t control how an audience is going to react to their work, making this the most significant unintentional meta element of all.
Damn, I was hoping this was about Harvey Bridgman
🕊️ ♂️😱🤯🧠
Masochist here, sorry to dash your hopes.
Watch out for cartel!
" AM I NOT M E R C I F U L ? ! "
good video
Nice job m8 👍
Cheers m8 :)
Dane DeHaan an even worse actor!!! Holy crap if he in another movie, I’ll pass!
What an incredibly generous and passionate presentation. I'm sure so many people will benefit from your life experience and advice.
"Something that ChatGPT or George Lucas would right" 😆 Hahaha I do hate sand tho
Awesome message conveyed very well! Thanks for sharing your experience - it's applicable to more than acting
Thank you! And you hit the nail on the head, creating our own opportunities goes beyond just acting.
What Dreams May Come. Need I say more?
hey I like the script you wrote for this! helpful tips, for sure.
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! You can expect more acting related videos to come :)
At 3:20, you missed an important part of the movie - her character got dosed up on a tranquiliser so she could tolerate what the soldiers were about to do to them. I'd say look at her earlier scenes rather than these.
@@Sir_Jimmothy Her behaviour barely shifts before and after taking the Valium pills, she’s just as ditsy and unconcerned beforehand. And she seems too lucid to be on a heap of painkillers. It takes a lot of research and rehearsal to accurately portray being under the influence of a drug, and I think her work was missing that level of detail.
@@BrendanLorenzo Also fair :]
UA-cam wouldn't let me do what I had in mind with the end-screen videos so pardon the delay 😅 And thank you all for watching! I'm still very new to UA-cam and I appreciate you supporting a small channel like mine :)
Her (Saoirse) name is Irish, it's actually pronounced as (Ser-shah)
Lesson learned: Always double check the pronunciation of people's names before hitting record. 😅
Who cares
An Aussie movie reviewer! How would you be! I recently saw this movie and thought it was solid. I particularly liked Tom Hardy's performance and character. Great job with your movie reviews btw. I thought about doing it at one point but I'm pretty damn lazy when it comes to doing anything new haha
That was super interesting.
Decency is unRated ❤❤❤❤❤
Saw your comment on Jeremy's Axel F review. Great review! Well spoken and informative. Keep going, the world deserves to hear your thoughts and dreams.
@@MrEnKaye Thank you so much for the support! It’s a struggle getting a new channel off the ground and comments like this keep me motivated to keep going 🤝 :)
@@BrendanLorenzo well now you have 100 subs. You got this :)
You make me want to revisit movies I haven’t seen in years. Thank you. My favs would be Sound of Music and Out of Africa.
@@jencompton8745Great choices! Both of those movies share profound messages of approaching life as an explorer/seeker rather than remaining in our comfort zones. 😄
Name of the second movie please?
So today I learned that UA-cam only lets me add end-screen videos in the last 20 seconds, hence the delay 😅 But anyway, I hope you guys enjoy the review!
Does Art not win the challenger match?
Not quite... The last point in the movie is the first point of the tiebreak, so there's at least 6 more points left to play. Also, Art touches the net while the ball is still in play, which would disqualify him.
Your commentary is pretty dang good and insightful!
And I'm pretty dang happy you enjoyed it 😝 Thanks for the feedback!
why was this an ad
IM OBSESSED WITH THIS MOVIE!!!! the shots the music the characters uuuuugh
This movie will stick with me for a long time and is definitely worth a rewatch! What did you think of it?
Some wise as well as inspiring stuff here. Thanks Brendan Lorenzo. 🙏🤩
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!