Movie Nights & Sleepovers' 15 Underrated Films by Great Directors

"Since film's beginning, there's always been one person responsible for any film's success or failure: the director. The role of the director, however, would come into the spotlight upon the publication of film critic Andrew Sarris' 1968 book, 'The American Cinema.' The first American critic to give credence to what would become known as 'the auteur theory.' The role of the director would become associated with specific aesthetic and thematic trademarks of a given filmmaker. This essay would compare a director and a painter, taking these artists out of the shadows and thrusting them into the spotlight. As the proverbial ship's captain, these iconic filmmakers range from Old Hollywood greats to modern auteurs. However, among their better-known works lie hidden gems that add color to their immaculate filmographies. Today, we'll count down these hidden gems from your favorite favorite directors!" - movienightsandsleepovers.com

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