2011: The Cinescape

This year's movies go to eleven.
Link for those who can't access on KZbin:
vimeo.com/33572135
2013: • 2013: The Cinescape
2012: • 2012: The Cinescape
2010: • 2010: The Cinescape
2009: • 2009: The Cinescape
2008: • 2008: The Cinescape
2007: • 2007: The Cinescape
2006: • 2006: The Cinescape
List of Movies (alphabetical): docs.google.co...
Prologue: "Sunset Blvd." (1950)
Music:
"Ceremony" by New Order
"Ma L'amore No" by Ennio Morricone
"Ghost of Love" by David Lynch
"Raise Your Weapon (Madeon Remix)" by Deadmau5
This video is an attempt to use the remarkably diverse selection of films released over the course of a year's time to construct a broad narrative encompassing the many different elements that comprise the cinematic medium we love so dearly.
Special thanks to Kenny, Zach, Ori, and Sam for putting up with me during this process.
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[@sdweim85]

I come back to this Cinescape every few months. Gets me every time.

[@govarnie]

Spent 20 mins t Rediscovering this gem. Very much worth it, nothing in 10 years has compared

[@reubenclay4379]

9 years on, and this is still the best one of these any one has ever made.

[@Estereotomico]

I still get excited/emotional everytime I see this, after all this time. Incredible...

[@PinchSJ]

Still watching this in 2016

[@tylerzak4799]

I revisit this video over the years and it still hits as strongly as the first time. I really think it’s the best total encapsulation of filmmaking as art/storytelling/love in existence.

[@Daxxe4]

The magic of these videos is how movies from completely different genres and topics are melded into the same mood and feeling. And the transition from the original Raise Your Weapon to the remix is just amazing mixing full stop.

[@singular1957]

Still watching in 2018, amazed at the craft just like I was when this came out and wondering how Mr Shapiro would turn this year’s cinema into art.

[@turtlempp]

Still my favorite! Even after 2 years!

[@shannisolomon7608]

Dude you have some mad editing skills. Like seriously.

[@rebeccadowning2373]

I come back to this video every year or so, and it still resonates and hits just as deep as it did the very first time I watched it

[@alflex621]

I remember back waiting for this video to come out. Once it finally arrived, It took so long to load the entire video due to my shitty internet. Good times, good memories.

[@singular1957]

Matt, you're a gifted editor in every way and I believe this 6-minute montage (which tries to tell us what movies are) is one of the best homages to the film art. Amazed and touched am I every single time.

[@MsPuzak]

Still watching in 2021, so incredible

[@robbadler1984]

Bingeing all of these again, these years later. Still so good.

[@courtneysyd94]

goosebumps, tears and lots of love.

[@coreman17]

My favorite thing about all of these cinescape videos on youtube is that the editors use all of these movie clips and it feels like they all telling one story together.....

[@jammin1055]

This movie montage is mind-boggling but the creativity and sheer willpower required to edit it all together is awe-inspiring.

[@ephemedusk24]

cant count how many times i've watched this video. sheer perfection in its editing, and more than that is the fact that it reminds all of us the fundamental reasons why we love cinema. thank you. thank you. thank you.

[@Andromeister27]

the editing is just flawless it all transitions so smoothly with one another.

[@Kidnin]

this is the best of all 2011 montages that I've seen so far.. everything connects so well, the timing is perfect, great song choices, super super video.. congrats to the editor!

[@PeachesPlusPi]

Drive, 50/50, Submarine, Tucker & Dale, and Young Adult are my favorite movies of 2011.

[@caesarsaysno]

I have a great interpretation: From 1:42 to 1:49, it demonstrates how filmmakers feel like they have to make their movie big and dazzling for people to see it. But as Pooh says "A simple hello would do," it shows how audiences don't need dazzle to be interested in a film. One of the many analyzations that can be made out of your great video.

[@MB-fr5hf]

So many memories…

[@slubanski1]

Boy, have you outdone yourself this year! There's not enough space here to point out all the things I love, so I'll just go with my favorite part: the beginning. You start with the film reels and the Hollywood signs, then move to the wide, landscape shots. Next you shift the focus to people, with lots of up-close shots of hands and feet, then medium shots, but you keep the face obscured. Finally, we get the big reveal with the montage of close-ups. Dynamite song choice, by the way.

[@pradawallflower]

The Oscars wish they had a montage as amazing as this.

[@gugafrombr]

The "Raise your weapon" part is fucking briliant,and those Dumbledore's words...Man...Touching

[@moliterni92]

One of my favourite youtube videos ever. So inspiring dude-- the choice of sound bites, music, and images coalesce to perfection. This is everything I love about movies.

[@BradOfChicago]

I still watch these all the time.

[@driftwood1408]

I love that it ended with that quote and that the last shot was from Super 8.

[@smackdaddy9802]

This broke me. Thank you, Matt. :)

[@Triumph22HD]

Simply incredible editing, the thing that is going to set this montage apart from all others this year is how well you spliced the dialogue together.

[@Sudomania]

I love how you take all of the different part of a movie and then put the perfect music to it. Las song was defiantly cool

[@jzzbb2]

Moved me to tears...what an amazing talent you are, brilliantly done.

[@RllnDwnRdeo]

I watch this every year

[@moliterni92]

the first few shots of this capture everything I love about movies. Amazing video man.

[@ibSprintin]

Oh my gosh, so this is where Kees got his inspiration. i myself was naturally inspired just from film and commercials alone, but am now inspired even more from both Kees and Matt. now add Daniel L.C. to the list in a short while when i release more of cinema things.

[@DesmondInTheSwan]

One of the most beautiful video I have ever seen. Pure genius. 2012 was such a great year for movies.

[@eliasgorman829]

Found this on my old favorites and now subbed bc just...wow. This blows my mind that it released 8 years ago and I found it again to be possibly the best love letter or encapsulation of film. (I also found the most amazing animated film REDLINE from this- so thanks)

[@Cooley360]

I don't know how Kees is going to top this! Beautifully done with masterful skill. Bravo!

[@popaddict]

You can always tell when a true storyteller puts their hand to editing something. Well done :)

[@SparklingDiamondLove]

Amazing! I was thinking the other day that not that many great films came out this year, but this made me feel otherwise. Thank you. The end killed me. Just amazing.

[@takisback]

This was absolutely amazing. The way you changed moods so flawlessly and seamlessly gave me chills every time. This - is - real - art. Never stop. People always say "doors open for you." Nay, fuck that, you opened those doors with this. You did it.

[@luciditynow]

The Tree of Life! So many shots from that one film stand out as among the best cinematic images of the year.

[@Superkirkby]

I love how you included pretty much everything, including some of the bad, and still managed to make it an awesome and great montage video.

[@popaddict]

Exceptionally put together! Thank you. Don't think I'll ever stop loving movies!

[@turtlempp]

This is probably the most well made movie mash-up video I have seen. Very good job and song choice!

[@Michaeluj]

This was a bit heavy with empty quotes, but it suited the tone and structure of the video very well. So far, this is definitely in my top 3 favorite annual tributes this year.

[@iiHateThisGame]

I haven't even seen like half of these movies but it still gave me goose bumps. Amazing!

[@lost_comment]

i think this is the best 2011 movie tribute i've seen yet.

[@jamasianman]

Here we go: Some are missing but this is hard Opening: Sunset Boulevard, 0:24 The Artist, Super 8, Water for Elephants, 0:30 Thor, Chico & Rita, The Iron Lady, Tailor Tinker Soldier Spy, 0:36 Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Like Crazy, 0:40 Tree of Life, A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas, Young Adult, The Muppets, Hugo, Courageous, Meek's Cutoff, Submarine, 0:54 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Limitless, Puss in Boots, The Change Up, Sucker Punch, Crazy Stupid Love

[@SomeSingSongThing]

Made me cry.

[@etort98]

The beginning and the moment from 3:57 till the end the video is PERFECT (I love the WHOLE video but I think those parts are simply incredible)..

[@MorganvilleRide65]

gooseflesh all up my arms, especially at the raise your weapon part i wish I possessed this kind of talent.

[@hongchanseung]

cinescape 2012 will be awesome. The Dark Knight Rises, The Avengers, World War Z, Hobbit Part 1, Prometheus and more... It will be a history!!

[@JoeFunicelli]

Incredible job on this one Matt, I've been following these since 2008 and I think this one may be my new favorite. The Madeon remix of "Raise Your Weapon" fit perfectly, and just so happened to be one of my favorite tracks of 2011. Thank you for continuing to make these videos, awesome work!

[@V35H]

@C1NEMAGIC If you love this one, I hope you've seen genrock's Filmography 2010, Filmography 2011, Cinema 2008, 2009, 2010, and all of keesvdijkhuizen's [the films of]. I would say we are incredible blessed to have such talented editors on youtube willing to share their art with us. I dabble in editing myself, but am constantly in awe of some of the incredible things these people do. And to Matt Shapiro: This is your finest Cinescape yet. Cheers

[@Eternaldarkness3166]

Not a lot can make me smile, inspire me and pump me up all at once, nicely done man.

[@JoeFunicelli]

It's gonna be tough to top this one, but I'm very much looking forward to Cinescape 2012.

[@jkprojects]

Best of all films tributes, and I've seen most of them.

[@filmlover1988]

@egouniverse Larry Crowne at 1:17 when Tom Hanks says "Why would you think that?" and a soundbyte from Jane Eyre at 3:16 when a voice says "Do you know where the wicked go after death?"

[@masht11]

Films are made to show emotion, beauty and the impossible. This year had so much of that, as did every other year. But you took those elements down and showed it all in under 7 minutes. What a way to finish the year of movies off. Well down.

[@SuperwifeProductions]

Matt you are a freakin animal on that non-linear system. Nice work man! There's so much material out there and and you accomplished putting it into a new order. Enjoy your future edits!

[@ChukkaChukka74]

@HaydenB27UD The one with the girl in the white mask kicking is "The Skin I Live In" by Pedro Almodovar and the one with the guys kissing is called "Weekend". They were both amazing films.

[@cedyladdp]

Once again, sir, you made me cry.. Amazing!!

[@genrocks]

Love how meta this piece is! Brilliant job with the narrative.

[@Spike150]

It was even better than I hoped it would be. you've done it again man!

[@ghostdinosaur]

i wish i could give this a thumbs up every day for eternity

[@peanutbutterburgers]

i just can't get over this video.

[@Khameleon808]

Excellent. You give us editors a good name man.

[@RafaelaMacedox]

I keep checking everyday for the 2012 one update!! Can't wait!!

[@koru1362]

A magnificent creation. A true testament to cinema.

[@jackmacisback]

Holy Shit! What a beautifully video, so fantastically edited! I love the way you weave the different genres of film so fluently together to create such a wonderful masterpiece!

[@ZZgauvyen]

MAJOR Props for putting Redline in there.

[@karmacauseProductions]

I don't know how you managed to squeeze in I'm glad my mother's alive and 3 in there...I was pleasantly surprised by that. Great job as always good sir!

[@TheRobinBestia]

I'm really exited about this vid. I'm almost crying. It's amazing.

[@DoYouhav2ask]

Simply spectacular. I loved the clips you used from super 8.

[@filmlover1988]

@OKKstreetdance the narration is spoken by Ewan McGregor and is from the movie Beginners.

[@TheRobinBestia]

The person who can name every single movie title here, would be my hero.

[@botticelligal]

1:58 - Submarine (Midnight in Paris is the one with dancing) 2:03 - Albert Nobbs (The Art of Getting By has the girl on the bed)

[@moliterni92]

i have been watching this over and over again. I'm so disappointed you have less views than the other two big 'cinescape' videos but nevertheless, this is awesome.

[@SpaceboundJoker]

wow this is amazing!! Tihis is so different from your previous works. You usually use one song and no voiceover. The editing is outstanding and the voiceover is used to perfectionI just don't understand how people make this quality of video, it's insane. Great job.

[@gofent]

I normally wouldnt' subscribe to a channel which I only watch one video a year, but I remember when I watched the 2010: The Cinescape and it was so awesome, and the only reason I subscribed was to watch the 2011: The Cinescape, and here we are one year later; also I think it would be awesome if you could make videos like these every month then you would be able to encompass a lot more awesome movies. See you next year keep bringing the awesomeness.

[@BalwanLBF]

Full respect for this guy, made my day alot...cheers

[@justhersh]

Awesome! Beautifully done! The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences should buy the rights to this video and use it as montage to open the Oscars!

[@Joymax]

Wow this is beast. Very well done.. amazing in fact the amount of editing needed to do this!

[@AlaricVG]

You put a hell of a lot of work into this and I'm very impressed. The producers for the 2011 oscars will likely spend a million dollars on some sort of year-in-review bit, and it won't be as good as this.

[@dudegeeaw]

This is so great! The A.M.P.A.S should opening with it at the 84th ceremony!!

[@katiewaters2]

the music is brilliant in this piece... well done

[@heez]

2012 The Cinescape is going to ROCK!!!

[@teletubbable]

getting better every year WOW how did he do it !

[@filmlover1988]

This is the best Cinescape video yet!

[@BartMaxx]

I think I've watched this montage 30 times now...let's watch it again. :P Awesome work man! :)

[@Mikeller90]

It so good to see that some people watched Weekend and Les amours imaginaires!! I have seen a few videos about movie of 2011 and none of them you see those!! btw great job on the video editing

[@ericadigii]

This is pretty amazing! thanks for bringing me here Denise Vlogs.

[@GadBoDag]

He even put in Hobo With A Shotgun! Astounding work!

[@jamasianman]

1:39 Friends with benefits, Jack and Jill, Arthur, 30 Minutes or Less, Winnie the Pooh, The Artist, The Dangerous Method, 2:15 Happy feet 2, Shame, What's Your Number, Transformers 3, A Madea movie, Twilight 4.5, Melancholia, Midnight in Paris, Win Win, The help, Super, I don't know how she does it, 2:59 take me home tonight, colombiana, red riding hood, contagion, hanna, my week with marilyn, straw dogs, enter the void, fright night, shame, final destination 5, drive, hobo with a shotgun

[@Allaurasaur]

I forgot how perfect this is.

[@MIKEJMTR]

a total masterpiece

[@moviemanwill]

You gave me a whole new perspective on that line in Harry Potter by Dumbledore!