There are some wonderful, sexy movies playing at your local cineplex and some provocative ones on the way. For those … More
Author: Jill
With more than 20 years' experience working (and attending) film festivals, nationally and internationally, I have a great passion for film. I love entertaining and discovering new places to share with others. I love art and theater--and have been known to dance with wild abandon! If the sun is shining; you'll almost always find me in a sunny mood!
The 65th Emmy’s—-that’s a wrap!
There were a lot of beautiful gowns and some poignant moments in last night’s Emmy’s program. Neil Patrick Harris was … More
Short Term 12 — but LONG term awesome!
My favorite film of the year so far, Short Term 12 is one of those small independent films that deserves to find … More
“The World’s End” vs “This is the End” *if you only see ONE Apocalyptic film this Fall…
How does one compare a British spoof of a science fiction film and an American spoof of an Apocalypse film? … More
Fond Farewell to the Bay Area
Yes, the time has come for me to take a hiatus from my beloved Bay Area and continue my job … More
Boys on the verge: young men in the making in “The Spectacular Now” and “The Way Way Back”
In between the big tent pole movies featuring super heroes, comic book characters and action sequences, there were a number … More
“Europa Report”
Directed by SEBASTIAN CORDERO and featuring an international cast portraying our astronauts and the space exploration corporate team (Sharlto Copley, Michael … More
“AUSTENLAND” — but Mr Darcy, I couldn’t…
A film parents can bring their teens to….after a discussion of unrealistic romantic expectations! AUSTENLAND is a charming piece of fluff … More
“Blue Jasmine” — Lovely scent but where’s the substance?
Woody Allen’s latest production was filmed in San Francisco, and what a joy it is, to see our fair city … More
“I’m So Excited” — Almodovar in a playful mood
The latest Pedro Almodovar film has opened to mixed reviews. Having crafted such master works as Talk To Her, All About My … More
Drinks with films 