A film is the union of all its parts to create a glorious whole. But a lot of people know that certain elements of a film can stand above others and carry a film. One of these elements is the lead actor or actress. A great performance from an actor can make a film an instant classic. Every nuance, every detail can make for a fascinating study in and of itself.
As part of the "Best in Film in 2014" series, film writers David and Francisco Salazar take a look at their favorite performances by a lead actor this year.
The artistic merit of a film always relies on every single piece coming together if not perfectly, then suitably. Acting in film works in the same way. Even though the lead characters are expected to carry entire films, they also need the supporting casts (assuming they exist) to add emotional depth and layers to each and every story. And in some cases (or many really), the supporting cast members manage to steal away the spotlight with the color or dimension that they add. This installment takes a look at the supporting actor performance by a male that stood out most in 2014 to writers David and Francisco Salazar.
Since the beginning of cinema, music has played a crucial role in the viewing experience. As part of Latin Post's "Best of 2014: Film Edition" we will now celebrate two of the most notable film scores of the year:
