Yes, tonight is Oscar night Yes, it’s the end of February. Still, I wanted to wait until I’d seen enough of last year’s films to truly give a proper ‘Top Ten’ list… and that takes time. ?While there were many films that could have been on here, I felt that these were my picks as…
America needs Arrival. Directed by?Denis Villeneuve, Arrival begins on the day that (the latest) aliens appear over major cities around the world. Resting silently and still above the earth, these objects send the population into a moment of fear as everyone awaits what will happen next. When the military begins the process of communicating with…
For our 1st ep of 2017, Steve welcomes?Kevin McLenithan (co-host, Seeing and Believing) to sing the praises of Damien Chazelle’s LA LA LAND! In a great conversation, they talk about the tension between nostalgia and reality as well as finding a balance between love and purpose. In addition, the guys also reveal their Top 3…
When it finally receives its wide release, Colossal will surprise everyone. Given that it will most likely be marketed based on its supernatural elements, the film may seem like a simple monster mash-up. But don?t tell that to the film?s writer and director, Nacho Vigalondo. ?It?s a mix,? he explains. ?50% comes from my love…
This week, Chris Utley and ScreenFish newbie Peter Adourian join Steve to tackle Nate Parker’s controversial BIRTH OF A NATION. ?In this episode, they tackle issues of race and gender politics, owning the truth and even whether we can separate art from the artists. Want to continue to conversation at home? ?Click the link…
“You belong here.” – Robert Katende (David Oyelowo) Queen of Katwe tells the story of Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga), a young teenager who lives in the poorest areas of Katwe, Uganda. She connects with missionary Robert Katende (Oscar nominee David Oyelowo), who introduces her to the game of chess. As Phiona quickly demonstrates an incredible…
Focusing on the week?following the assassination of John F. Kennedy, JACKIE follows?on the life?of former First Lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis (Natalie Portman) as she is forced to simultaneously grapple with her husband’s death, the demands of her position and the eyes of the public. ?Framed around an interview with Jackie, the narrative form allows for…
Terrence Malick is an acquired taste. The mysterious director has built a prolific career, to be sure, but his style of filmmaking can be polarizing, with it’s emphasis on visual narratives and fractured style. ?Some have written him off as self-indulgent while others have looked upon him as a prophetic and profound. Personally, I fall…
When mysterious spacecraft touch down across the globe, an elite team, led by expert linguist Louise Banks (Amy Adams), is brought together to investigate. As mankind teeters on the verge of global war, Banks and the team race against time for answers — and to find them, she will take a chance that?could threaten her…
Okay, don’t judge me. The truth is that this film was nowhere near my radar for films this week at TIFF. ?Not at all. ?Although it was directed by Oscar winner Jonathan Demme (Silence of the Lambs), the idea of spending money to see Timberlake sing his?hits on the big screen simply wasn’t on my…
