This Thursday night is a Local’s Screening of “A Love Song” at The Nugget theatre in Telluride. Local filmmaker, Max … 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!
BlackStar Film Festival 2022
I had a great time at my first BlackStar Film Festival. I’m adding an update to include the link to … More
In Praise of Good Films
Yes, that’s right. This is a celebration of GOOD films. Not those aiming for an Oscar-nomination or art house fare … More
In Praise of Filmmakers
Not every film will be a masterpiece. I’m sure there are plenty of filmmakers who know full well, what they’ve … More
Dressed Up in Irony & Bravado
A funny thing happened at the kid’s animated movie… This might not be something that you’ll get a chance to … More
Larger Than Life, “Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis”
Baz Luhrmann is an Australian director known for bold, extravagant films full of spectacle. His best-known films: “Moulin Rouge!”, “The … More
Sequels: For Better and Worst
Summers seem ready made for big blockbusters. Everyone wants to retreat to a chilly theater for some bombastic entertainment that’s … More
Streaming with Pride
“Hey, Hey. Ho, Ho. We’re OUT! We’re LOUD! And we should go…” Go watch some Queer Cinema to celebrate Pride … More
Is it Strange? Or merely Bewildering?
Summer Blockbusters are taking over the multiplexes. I enjoy a big, loud studio film but I appreciate the smaller films … More
Viking Vengeance
Toxic Masculinity in “The Northman” Robert Eggers is an interesting filmmaker. There’s something otherworldly about his work. An American filmmaker, … More
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