As we shelter in place, there are some of us doing so alone. While we’re physically apart, there are still … More
Category: Film
“Downhill” — not a Comedy, not a Ski Film
When comedic actors play dramatic roles, there’s a tendency for audiences to expect a funny film. The trailer for Downhill … More
Getting Animated about the Oscars
This is an unusual year for Animated Feature Film awards. For a category that’s often been awarded to Pixar Animation … More
Oscars So White, So Male
There was some hope that the 92nd Oscar Nominations might reflect more diversity after the Golden Globes awarded Awkwafina for … More
Why “Clemency” is Better Than “Just Mercy”.
There’s a certain gestalt that seems to create similar stories that resonate with people at the same time. When it … More
When One Door Closes…Pull Up A Couch — how streaming saved my sanity
The only movie theater in Telluride is under construction. So am I. When I decided to have bilateral knee surgery … More
In Defense of “Angels”
When asking friends which film they were excited to see this Thanksgiving weekend, there were lots of votes for Frozen … More
How to take advantage of a festival if you’re a procrastinator!
The 42nd Denver Film Festival is halfway over. What if you’re just realizing it’s happening? You put it on your … More
A big groan for “Genesis”
Rarely do I leave a theater angry. And I can count on one hand the times I’ve left a theater … More
So You Want to be a Festival Gypsy?
As staff and volunteers arrive in the soon-to-be-bustling mountain town of Telluride in advance of the 46th Telluride Film Festival, … More