“Apple” and “Little Fish” — Memory Loss and Love in Strange Places

Multiple fall film festivals featured Apples (Mila), a directoral debut from Christos Nikou, who also co-wrote and produced the film. … More

Fall Film Festivals–why it’s worth your bother

What makes a film festival special? Is it the chance to see the celebrities and flmmakers? Is it the thrill … More

Fossils, a lesbian romance and a missed opportunity–“Ammonite”

The ammonites (a type of the ammonoid subclass) existed from 200 million years ago and became extinct at the same time as … More

“The Human Voice” — short film; a theme echoing across Pedro Almodóvar’s career

When was the last time that the Question & Answer session was longer than the film? Pedro Almodóvar short film … More

Boulder International Film Festival 2020

I’m so grateful that I made it to the Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) this month, March 5-8th. As Festivals … More

“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

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

Top Films in 2019

I like to say that film appreciation is akin to wine appreciation. I can’t tell YOU what your favorite wine … 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

Women in Film at Denver Film Festival 42 – 3 Films You Need To Experience

This year’s Denver Film Festival had a particularly robust Women + Film program. 14 films, including the film series Women … More