Written and directed by Trey Edward Shults, Waves is a stunning journey into the heart of a family in crisis. Following the journey of a suburban African-American family, the film focuses its lens through the eyes of young wrestling star, Tyler (Kelvin Harrison Jr.) and his sister, Emily (Taylor Russell). Raised in a family led by their well-meaning… [Read More]
The Mandalorian Preview—A Gritty Return to the Star Wars Universe
If you have any interest in Star Wars–or even if you don’t, you’re going to want to take a look at The Mandalorian.
Shadows of Power: 1on1 with Edward Norton (MOTHERLESS BROOKLYN)
Directed by Edward Norton, Motherless Brooklyn tells the story of Lionel Essrog (Norton), a Brooklyn detective in post-war New York. Working with street smart private investigator, Frank Minna (Bruce Willis), Lionel (who also goes by the name Brooklyn) and his team uncover the truth for hire. However, when Minna is shot and left for dead, Lionel determines… [Read More]
Creating Historical Horror: 1on1 with Robert Eggers (THE LIGHTHOUSE)
Starring Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe, The Lighthouse follows the journey of Winslow (Pattinson) and Wake (Dafoe), two lighthouse keepers, who try to maintain their sanity while living in isolation on a remote island off the coast of Maine. The Lighthouse is a fascinating piece that feels like a throwback to classic post-War noir films. Echoing classic Hitchcock films… [Read More]
Listening to Love: 1on1 with Shelagh McLeod (ASTRONAUT)
Written and directed by Shelagh McLeod, Astronaut tells the story of Angus (Richard Dreyfuss), a lonely widower who feels like his life seems over when he moves into a retirement home. Feeling worthless and alone, Angus’s enthusiasm is reignited when a competition is announced for a seat on the first commercial flight to space. Despite the… [Read More]
Making the Modern Man: 1on1 with Jesse Eisenberg (THE ART OF SELF-DEFENSE)
The Art of Self-Defense tells the story of timid bookkeeper Casey (Jesse Eisenberg), a timid bookkeeper who joins a local karate studio to learn how to protect himself after he’s beaten mercilessly by a roving motorcycle gang. Under the watchful eye of a charismatic instructor, Sensei (Alessandro Nivola), and hardcore brown belt Anna (Imogen Poots),… [Read More]
Scary Good Writing: 1on1 with Gary Dauberman (ANNABELLE COMES HOME)
Written and directed by Gary Dauberman, Annabelle Comes Home sees the return of the demonic doll as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren lock her in their home’s mysterious artifacts room. However, after Annabelle awakens the room’s evil spirits, their home quickly turns into a house of unholy horrors for their young daughter, her babysitter and their… [Read More]
Love in a Time of Oppression: 1on1 with Madeline Olnek (WILD NIGHTS WITH EMILY)
Wild Nights with Emily transports us to the mid-nineteenth century, when Emily Dickinson was writing prolifically, baking gingerbread for neighborhood children, and thrilled by a passionate romance with her friend and sister-in-law, Susan. Directed by Madeline Olnek, Wild Nights is a fresh look at one of the most prolific poets in American history. Told through the… [Read More]
1on1 with Wayne Roberts, writer and director of Katie Says Goodbye
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Wayne Roberts, the writer and director of Katie Says Goodbye. The film was one of my favorites at the 2017 Newport Beach Film Festival where it won awards for best Actress (Olivia Cooke) and Best Screenplay. It is now in select theaters and available on VOD…. [Read More]
Beauty and the Beats: 1on1 with Kelly Asbury (UGLYDOLLS)
Directed by veteran animator Kelly Asbury (Shrek 2, Gnomeo and Juliet), UglyDollstransports the viewer to the adorably different town of Uglyville, where eccentricity is celebrated and beauty is understood to mean what lies underneath. Wondering what lies on the other side of the mountain, Moxy (Kelly Clarkson) and her UglyDoll friends discover the of Perfection, where… [Read More]
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