"Take a closer look at the stories that captured our imaginations."

2021

1 Seasons

6 Episodes

6.5(35 votes)

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Film lovers examine the cinematic moments that thrilled, perplexed, challenged and forever changed them in this collection of visual essays.

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Showrunner: David Fincher
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