What separates hardcore film aficionados from casual moviegoers, in my humble opinion, is the way they view the world of movies. Casual moviegoers are simply looking for a couple hours of escapist entertainment on a Friday night, but for film fanatics like myself, visiting the local theater is serious business.

Over the years, we develop and refine our tastes in film, ultimately discovering a bit of ourselves in the movies (and filmmakers) we feel most drawn to. In my case, 5 filmmakers in particular have played a significant role in helping me define my interest in film throughout the past decade. They’re my own personal “Usual Suspects” and perhaps the 5 men in film whose careers I follow with the most relish. Continue reading 5 Filmmakers I Will Follow Anywhere →