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Category: Art House Films
Say Hello to “The Farewell”
Director and Writer, Lulu Wang has been winning accolades for her touching, personal film. The Farewell was nominated for the … More
Once Upon a Time in…Tarantino-land
Quentin Tarantino has a recognizable filmmaking style. A Tarantino film is sure to feature certain actors that he works with … More
And Now For Something Completely…similar to the previous remake…
I get it. You have little ones at home. Summer Camp is out. You’ve made so many trips to the … More
Music: On the Stage and On the Screen
Summer in Telluride means music festivals. From Bluegrass to Blues and Brews, from RIDE to Jazz Festival — our little … More
Who Do You Trust?
Who do you trust? It’s a rainy Saturday night and you’re in the mood to go to a movie. If … More
Sonoma International Film Festival — A festival featuring film, food, wine and spirits in Sonoma, California
UPCOMING 22ND ANNUAL SONOMA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Festival to Open with LADIES IN BLACK; SIR is Closing Night Film Wednesday, March … More
2019 Oscars: Diverse and Divisive
The 2019 Oscar’s may have escaped the #OscarsSoWhite label this year, but we still have some work to do to change hearts and minds. Diversity and inclusion are important, but the Academy needs to continue to welcome younger voters who’ll embrace the changing dynamic of today’s film culture.
Inspired Cinema in 2018: Innovative, Universal and showcasing flawed human beings as Heroes!
This was a wonderful year for movies. No matter how you consumed them: via Netflix, at your local cineplex or … More
Writing about culture–is it just adding to the noise?
When you go to a concert, read a book, attend a poetry reading, take a trip to the theater or … More
Drinks with films 