Martin Scorsese's 125 Favorite Films of All Time - Page 4

Far Out Magazine's list description: Martin Scorsese was a part of the new wave in American filmmaking which redefined the country's cinema for the better, pushing new boundaries and exploring the potential of the cinematic medium. Through his masterpieces such as Taxi Driver and Raging Bull, Scorsese managed to weave together glimpses of an America that was overflowing with the filth of modernity.Scorsese's films have grappled with various issues, ranging from comparative studies between the institution of crime and the corruption of the government to questions of spirituality and faith. He was mentored by none other than John Cassavetes, another pioneer of the American New Wave whose improvisational style bled into the artistic sensibilities of a young Scorsese...