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. Amour title image
  2. Black Narcissus title image
  3. North by Northwest
  4. Ganja & Hess title image
  5. Little Shop of Horrors title image
  6. The Hitch-Hiker title image
  7. Black Legion title image
  8. The Big Country title image
  9. The Best Years of Our Lives title image