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. Gleaners and I still
  2. Cleo from 5 to 7 still
  3. Eve's Bayou Still
  4. Millennium Mambo
  5. Princess Bride Still
  6. Captain Blood Still
  7. Scream 1996 still
  8. The Virgin Spring still
  9. Oldboy still