The Definitives

Dear Readers,

The Definitives is a collection of essays about my favorite movies. Each piece blends critical analysis with an exploration of film history, formal techniques, interpretation, and personal appreciation. New entries appear exclusively to DFR’s Patreon community, and then become available on this site after about six months. Consider joining Patreon to support DFR.

I hope these essays deepen your love for cinema and help you discover some new favorites.

Brian Eggert
Critic, Essayist, Founder
Deep Focus Review

  1. Nocturama Still
  2. Kagemusha still
  3. Melancholia still
  4. The Abyss Still
  5. The Terminator 1984
  6. Goodfellas Still
  7. Contagion 2011
  8. Paris Texas Still
  9. Ocean's Eleven still