Artists in Film in Believe

¶ … Artists in Film

In believe three of the greatest artists in film today are Steven Spielberg, Michael Moore, and Pixar Studios. Each of these artists have changed the way we look at film, and each of these artists bring their own particular brand of filmmaking to the public, raising public awareness to a higher level. Each can be controversial, but each of these filmmakers create meaningful, emotional, political, and social content that amuses, entertains, but also makes us think about more important issues facing society today. Each uses a different approach to get their message across, but each share some of the same characteristics and methods.

First, Pixar Studios is the animation genius behind such hits as "Shrek," "Toy Story," and now television's "Father of the Pride." Pixar created a new form of computerized animation that uses three-dimensional forms that are much more lifelike and real. They also use common, good vs. evil type themes of fairy tales and legends to create films that appeal to children, but also appeal to adults. For example, "Shrek" seems on the surface to be nothing more than a child's fairy tale retold in Pixar's unique animation. However, underneath the simple story line of Cinderella and her Prince Charming that rescue her are themes that touch all ages. Some of the dialogue is actually quite risque, and only older children and adults will get the full meaning of it. In addition, the ultimate theme of not judging only on appearances is age old, and yet retold in this modern way it creates a whole new awareness of how society judge's the "ogres" of the world. In this context, Pixar is developing relevant social, emotional, and meaningful themes through their whimsical animations.

Michael Moore is another great not only because of his content, but also mostly because of his great ability to stir up commentary and public awareness. His themes are highly controversial, but he has managed to get people to pay admission to see documentaries, and made them highly profitable. Even five years ago, this was not the case. Moore uses his own brand of investigative, and sometimes highly charged and emotionally biased journalism to make his points. He causes people to violently disagree with his determinations, but he causes people to think, something that many filmmakers simply avoid. Moore's documentaries are more than entertainment, they get people talking about and investigating issues on their own. His message may not appeal to everyone, but his methods are some of the best in filmmaking. He creates films that people remember, and this is an important aspect of the process. He uses emotional, controversial, social, and meaningful themes to "stir the pot," and will certainly be one of the 21st centuries most remembered filmmakers.