My music channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwAAgainst Nature (1884) | Book Discussion | Vulgarian RecommendsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-09-28 | ...Great Cast, Not So Great Film | Discussion on the Roninazarin Talk ChannelVulgarian Troglodyte2025-09-07 | youtube.com/live/rjjsGavSnBk?si=eWMR2xILTlucqM8eMovie Genre Tier ListVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-30 | ...Japanese Directors that I Forgot to Mention in My Top 20 Japanese Directors VideoVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-29 | Intro 0:00 Shunji Iwai 2:00 Akio Jissoji 8:31 Shōhei Imamura 11:00My Complete Book CollectionVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-28 | ...Top 7 South Korean DirectorsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-10 | Intro 0:00 1) Lee Chang-dong 1:01 2) Kim Ki-duk 4:48 3) Hong Sang-soo 7:04 4) Park Chan-wook 9:57 5) Kim Ki-young 12:00 6) Bong Joon-ho 14:37 7) Kim Jee-woon 16:43 Korean Film Recommendation: Café Noir (2009) 18:18 Korean films on my watchlist 19:54Top 20 Japanese DirectorsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-07 | Intro 0:00 1) Yasujirō Ozu 1:55 2) Masaki Kobayashi 5:31 3) Kijū/Yoshishige Yoshida 8:28 4) Sion Sono 11:39 5) Kenji Mizoguchi 14:22 6) Hirokazu Kore-eda 18:11 7) Shūji Terayama 20:35 8) Nobuhiko Obayashi 23:16 9) Akira Kurosawa 26:23 10) Nagisa Ōshima 31:59 11) Takeshi Kitano 34:09 12) Kiyoshi Kurosawa 35:20 13) Ryūsuke Hamaguchi 36:44 14) Mikio Naruse 38:06 15) Hayao Miyazaki 40:02 16) Shinya Tsukamoto 41:37 17) Hiroshi Teshigahara 42:55 18) Masahiro Shinoda 44:17 19) Yasuzō Masumura 46:26 20) Satoshi Kon 48:17Top 10 French DirectorsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-08-06 | Intro 0:00 1) Éric Rohmer 1:09 2) Jacques Rivette 3:58 3) Jean-Luc Godard 6:54 4) Robert Bresson 9:55 5) Jacques Demy 12:08 6) Marguerite Duras 14:09 7) Agnès Varda 15:22 8) Alain Resnais 17:18 9) Philippe Garrel 18:22 10) Jean-Pierre Melville 19:54Top 5 Italian Directors (and Honourable Mentions)Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-17 | Intro 0:00 1) Federico Fellini 1:42 2) Michelangelo Antonioni 8:09 3) Roberto Rossellini 12:58 4) Vittorio De Sica 18:24 5) Luchino Visconti 20:33 Honourable Mentions 24:41Films in My Collection that I Need to Rewatch | Part 4Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-14 | ...My Two Recent Twin Peaks DreamsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-13 | My first Twin Peaks dreams video: youtu.be/sDbP1igB2aA?si=fZ6h5tUNKDju_eBq My second Twin Peaks dreams video: youtu.be/pZtsShv_zzs?si=FSKDLVHqQv3mPtOmTop 5 British DirectorsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-12 | Intro 0:00 5) Peter Greenaway 2:06 4) Michael Powell 7:35 3) Charlie Chaplin 11:12 2) Mike Leigh 13:27 1) Alfred Hitchcock 17:28 Honourable Mentions 21:42My Upcoming Videos in Response to Solitary Ronin Films Global Director Challenge | IntroductionVulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-11 | Ronin's Introduction to the video series video: youtube.com/watch?v=66N2tkvZne8 Ronin's Top 10 British directors video: youtube.com/watch?v=tB4IN4_oYswFilms in My Collection that I Need to Rewatch | Part 3Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-11 | My Music Channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwAMy BAD Film Watching Year of 2025 So FarVulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-10 | My Music Channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwAFilms in My Collection that I Need to Rewatch | Part 2Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-09 | My Music Channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwAFilms in My Collection that I Need to Rewatch | Part 1Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-08 | My Music Channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwAMy Movie Theater Experiences from Childhood to Adulthood | BFI Southbank | My London YearsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-07-07 | Intro 0:00 Childhood Years 0:51 Teenage Years 4:12 My London Years and Cineworld 8:26 BFI Southbank 14:58 The Films I Saw at the BFI Southbank 18:33 Prince Charles Cinema 42:18 The Last Few Years 45:22
My Ballot: Mulholland Drive (2001) 3-Iron (2004) Kamikaze Girls (2004) A Silent Voice (2016) Like Father, Like Son (2013) The Lobster (2015) I Killed My Mother (2009) Love Exposure (2008) Werckmeister Harmonies (2000) Yi Yi (2000)
My music channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwATop 25 TV-Shows of All Time (Both Live-Action and Anime)Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-06-20 | Intro 0:00 25) Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul 1:50 24) Ginga Nagareboshi Gin/Weed 04:26 23) Hunter x Hunter (2011-2014) 09:40 22) First Love 14:59 21) Frieren: Beyond Journey's End 18:03 20) Californication 21:32 19) Twin Peaks 24:07 18) One Tree Hill (seasons 1-6) 25:22 17) Spartacus 28:28 16) Dexter 33:11 15) Supernatural 35:54 14) Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha 40:40 13) Game of Thrones 43:33 12) Merlin 45:10 11) Lost 46:32 10) Dragon Ball Z & Super 48:51 9) Attack on Titan 51:02 8) Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood 55:12 7) Your Lie in April 59:17 6) Heartstopper 1:03:34 5) Six Feet Under 1:06:40 4) The Sopranos 1:09:14 3) Nana 1:10:44 2) Gilmore Girls 1:14:13 1) The O.C. 1:16:28
General Film Experience: What’s the first arthouse or foreign film that made a lasting impression on you, and why? 3:15
How do you define ‘arthouse cinema’? Do you think the label is necessary? 5:32
What is it about arthouse or world cinema that appeals to you compared to mainstream Hollywood films? 8:20
Is there a particular director or filmmaker from world cinema whose work you always find intriguing or thought-provoking? 10:34
Do you prefer films with open or ambiguous endings, or do you like things wrapped up neatly? Why? 12:11
Which film, whether from the arthouse or mainstream world, made you think about the world differently? 13:45
Aesthetic and Themes: In your opinion, what is the most visually stunning arthouse film you’ve seen? What made the cinematography so captivating? 15:55
What role do you think silence or lack of dialogue plays in some arthouse films? Can a film succeed without much spoken word? 17:55
Do you think films from certain countries or regions (e.g. Japanese, Iranian, French, etc.) have distinct visual or thematic styles? What are some examples? 19:12
Do you prefer films that focus on deep philosophical themes, or are you more drawn to emotional, personal stories? Or both? 20:53
Emotional and Intellectual Engagement: Have you ever watched a film that left you feeling unsettled or emotionally drained? What was it, and what do you think made it so impactful? 22:05
What’s a film that made you feel a deep sense of empathy for someone or something you didn’t expect to feel empathy for? 23:25
Is there a specific cultural or societal issue that you think world cinema addresses particularly well or uniquely? 25:24
Personal Preferences: Is there a specific genre or style in arthouse films (e.g. surrealism, minimalism, magical realism) that you’re especially drawn to? 26:32
How do you approach watching a world cinema film? Do you research the context first, or do you like to watch and interpret it on your own? 27:19
What is the most “unconventional” film you’ve ever enjoyed, and what did you appreciate about it? 28:16
Is there a particular film from a non-English-speaking country that you believe deserves a wider audience? 29:12
Cultural and Historical Context: Do you think films that are deeply rooted in their country’s culture are harder to appreciate if you're unfamiliar with that culture? 30:18
How do you feel about the way arthouse films often blend the personal and the political? Do you have a favorite example of this? 31:11
Do you think arthouse cinema is better suited for certain time periods or social climates? For example, do you think it thrives more in times of cultural upheaval? 32:16
Fun/Lighthearted: If you could spend a day hanging out with any character from an arthouse or world cinema film, who would it be and why? 33:27
What’s the most bizarre or surreal scene in a film that you’ve found strangely beautiful or captivating? 34:27
If you had to introduce a friend to arthouse cinema, what film would you recommend as a starting point? 35:22
What’s the most memorable or unique soundtrack or score you’ve heard in an arthouse film? 36:21
If a world cinema film were to be made about your life, what country’s filmmakers would you want to direct it? 36:59
Discussion-Sparking: Do you think there’s a specific ‘artsy’ film trend or trope you’re getting tired of? Or do you think they still have value? 38:01
Can you think of a film that’s considered 'high art' that you just didn’t connect with? What was it and why do you think it didn’t resonate? 39:52
Do you think streaming platforms have changed the way people experience arthouse or world cinema? For better or worse? 40:47
What do you think is the role of film festivals in promoting world cinema and arthouse films? Are there any festivals you’d like to attend one day? 42:23
Critical and Reflective: What’s your opinion on the “elitism” sometimes associated with arthouse films? Do you think there’s a fine line between artistic expression and pretension? 43:34
How do you feel about the pace of arthouse films? Do you find slower films more thought-provoking, or do you think they can sometimes lose your attention? 45:06
If you could change anything about how arthouse or world cinema is perceived by mainstream audiences, what would it be? 46:11
Do you think a film’s cultural significance can sometimes overshadow its artistic quality? 47:04IMDB Top 250 Movies Tier ListVulgarian Troglodyte2025-05-25 | ...Going Through All the 500+ Japanese Films That I Have SeenVulgarian Troglodyte2025-05-22 | My music channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwANew Second Channel for Music Content | Channel UpdateVulgarian Troglodyte2025-05-20 | Link to the new channel: youtube.com/@UC3obVbI_2BtSyOThOCEVwwARecent Watches | April - May 2025Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-05-07 | Intro 0:00 Dr Stone (2019-) 0:50 Nana (2006) 5:37 BL Metamorphosis (2022) 6:42 Cherry Magic! The Movie (2022) 11:00 The Last 10 Years (2022) 11:29 One Million Yen Girl (2008) 12:17 We Made a Beautiful Bouquet (2021) 14:57 All the Long Nights (2024) 19:18 April Story (1998) 20:37 Sweet Bean (2015) 21:55 Little Forest: Summer/Autumn (2014) 23:32 Why Don't You Play in Hell (2013) & Cold Fish (2010) 23:52 Blue (2002) 25:43 Quartet (2017) 27:56 Orange Days (2004) 30:16 Moonlit Winter (2019) 30:43 Saving Face (2004) 32:46 Twenty Five Twenty One (2022) 35:22 Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (2021) 45:30RYM Top 100 Albums of All Time List | My ReactionVulgarian Troglodyte2025-04-02 | Link to the list: rateyourmusic.com/charts/top/album/all-timeMy Music Map | Cool rateyourmusic FeatureVulgarian Troglodyte2025-04-01 | ...Letterboxds Top 250 International Films List | My ReactionVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-27 | ...The Death of the Well-Rounded IntellectualVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-27 | ...Should We Care About Other Peoples Opinions on Art? | Part IIVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-26 | ...Should We Care About Other Peoples Opinions on Art? | Self-ReflectionVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-25 | ...Manila in the Claws of Light (1975) | Film Discussion | Vulgarian RecommendsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-22 | Intro & Spoiler Free Discussion 0:00 Spoiler Discussion 15:08
1. What is the best movie you have seen recently? 2. What movie never fails to make you happy? 3. Have you ever seen a movie that made you cry? 4. What is your favorite movie of all time? 5. Is there a specific film that everyone loves, but you can’t stand? 6. What is your favorite movie genre? 7. Is there a film genre that everyone loves, but you can’t stand? 8. Why do certain genres of films appeal to you more than others? 9. Who is your favorite actor or actress? 10. Do you prefer going to the cinema or watching movies at home? 11. What was the last movie you watched in theaters? 12. What has been your favorite moviegoing experience? 13. Do you like watching foreign films? 14. Do you watch foreign films in their original language, or dubbed in your native language? 15. What do you think of remakes of classic films? 16. What are some great movies to watch with friends? 17. What do you think makes a great movie? 18. Would you rather watch a classic film or a modern one? 19. What is the most underrated movie you have watched? 20. Do you like watching movies based on true stories? 21. How do you feel about film adaptations of books? 22. Do you like watching films with a lot of special effects or films that rely more on the story? 23. Have you ever seen a movie that made you laugh out loud? 24. Have you ever seen a movie so bad it was good? 25. What is the most memorable scene from a movie for you? 26. Would you rather watch an old classic movie or the latest blockbuster release? 27. Do you like watching movies in 3D? 28. Do you prefer animated films or live-action films? 29. What is the best movie soundtrack you have ever heard? 30. Would you rather watch a movie with friends or alone? 31. Are there any movie characters that you identify with? 32. Do you feel that some movies are overhyped before their release? 33. Can you think of an example where a movie sequel was better than the first film? 34. Are there any movies that scared you so much that you had to turn them off early? 35. Have you ever seen a movie so good it made you want to watch it again immediately after it ended? 36. What do you think makes a great villain in a movie? 37. Do you like watching movies based on real-life events? 38. What do you think of movie remakes compared to the original films? 39. What is your favorite movie series or film franchise? 40. What do you think of movie franchises and their spin-offs? 41. Have you ever seen a movie adaptation of a book that was better than the book itself? 42. Have you ever seen a movie that made you think deeply about life? 43. Are there any actors or actresses that you always enjoy seeing in films? 44. Do you have any favorite quotes from movies that have stayed with you? 45. If you could star in any movie, what movie would it be?My Favourite Albums of 2024Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-13 | Intro 0:00 Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead - Tragedy as Catharsis 1:20 Wintersun - Time II 2:30 Ulcerate - Cutting the Throat of God 5:25 Nile - The Underworld Awaits Us All 7:29 Mount Eerie - Night Palace 8:57 Knoll - As Spoken 10:14 JPEGMAFIA - I Lay Down My Life for You 11:30 Julia Holter - Something in the Room She Moves 12:41 The Cure - Songs of a Lost World 14:19 The Marías - Submarine 16:32 Nubya Garcia - Odyssey 17:26 Knocked Loose - You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To 19:03 Panzerfaust - The Suns of Perdition - Chapter IV: To Shadow Zion 20:18 Chelsea Wolfe - She Reaches Out to She Reaches Out to She 22:05 Beth Gibbons - Lives Outgrown 23:34 SeeYouSpaceCowboy - Coup de Grâce 25:14 Boundaries - Death is Little More 27:27 김뜻돌 Meaningful Stone - 천사 인터뷰 Angel Interview 28:46 Pyrrhon - Exhaust 30:05 Oranssi Pazuzu - Muuntautuja 30:51 Geordie Greep - The New Sound 32:18 Blood Incantation - Absolute Elsewhere 33:39 Ὁπλίτης Hoplites - Παραμαινομένη Paramainomeni 35:00 Magdalena Bay - Imaginal Disk 37:08How to Access Many Japanese Films, Shows and Anime Online | YouTube | Rarefilmm | Internet ArchiveVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-10 | Intro 0:00 YouTube Playlists 0:29 Haru (1996) 2:57 Demons (1971) 3:32 Death by Hanging (1968) 4:18 Criterion Channel 4:22 Rarefilmm 7:13 Internet Archive 9:29 Crunchyroll 11:10 Viki Rakuten 12:47
Viki Rakuten Recommendations: The Beginning of the Sea Hold My Hand at Twilight Life: Love on the Line Director's Cut My Beautiful Man Old Fashion Cupcake On a Starry Night Silent
Netflix Recommendations: Blue Period First Love Orange DaysBest Picture | Vulgarian Awards | First Time Watches of 2024Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-10 | List of the Films: All of Us Strangers (2023) Charisma (1999) Happy Hour (2015) I've Always Loved You (1946) Les Hautes solitudes (1974) Martha (1974) Miss Lonely (1985) Mother and Son (1997) Perfect Days (2023) Sound of the Mountain (1954) Three Crowns of the Sailor (1983)
Check out Steve's channel: @steve_for_filmsBest Soundtrack | Vulgarian Awards | First Time Watches of 2024Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-10 | List of the Films: All of Us Strangers (2023) Blue Giant (2023) A Cinderella Story (2024) I Saw the TV Glow (2024) I've Always Loved You (1946)
Check out Steve's channel: @steve_for_filmsNew Collaboration Podcast with Nazarinprod | Politics in FilmVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-09 | Link to the Podcast: youtube.com/watch?v=TV9crLoQ3GgBest Performance | Vulgarian Awards | First Time Watches of 2024Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-03 | List of the Films: All of Us Strangers (2023) Blue Jean (2022) A Cinderella Story (2004) I've Always Loved You (1946) Perfect Days (2023) Sound of the Mountain (1954)
Check out Steve's channel: @steve_for_filmsBest Cinematography | Vulgarian Awards | First Time Watches of 2024Vulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-02 | List of the films: Charisma (1999) Les Hautes solitudes (1974) Love at Sea (1965) Miss Lonely (1985) Mother and Son (1997) Rosa la Rose, Public Girl (1986) A Story Written with Water (1965) Three Crowns of the Sailor (1983)
Check out Steve's channel: @steve_for_filmsSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring (2003) | Film Discussion | Vulgarian RecommendsVulgarian Troglodyte2025-03-02 | Intro, Context & Spoiler Free Discussion 0:00 Spoiler Discussion 17:10