There is throughout the film a sense that for Van Gogh painting was in many ways a spiritual exercise.
Operation Finale – Capturing a War Criminal
“We’re all animals fighting for scraps on the Serengeti.” One of the most celebrated trials of the twentieth century was when Israel put Adolph Eichmann on trial. Eichmann headed the SS Office for Jewish Affairs and was one of the key architects of the Holocaust. But before they could put him on trial, they had… [Read More]
4.13 Rebirth in ANNIHILATION
With ANNIHILATION, director Alex Garland has created a film which both dazzles its audience while dividing them at the same time. Starring Natalie Portman, the film offers gorgeous visuals yet it’s wild ending has polarized critics and science fiction fans alike. This week, Steve welcomes Patrick Hicks (co-host, Feelin’ Film podcast) to wrestle through Garland’s… [Read More]
Star Wars: The Last Jedi -The Force of Hope
Ever since the Star Wars series began with what was later named A New Hope, the Force has been the main spiritual aspect of the series. It has a very mystical element.
Suburbicon: Neighbourhood Disturbance
There goes the neighbourhood… Directed by George Clooney, Suburbicon is a satirical look at the suburban world of the late 50s, as racial integration was truly beginning to break down social barriers. The film tells the story of Garner Lodge (Matt Damon), a family man who lives with his wife, paralyzed as a result of… [Read More]
The Promise – Love in a Time of Genocide
The modern concept of genocide did not begin with the Holocaust; it started with the attempted extermination of the Armenians during the early years of World War I. The Promise tells the horrifying tale through the story of a love triangle (or perhaps quadrangle).
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (NON-SPOILER): Visiting a Good Friend Once Again
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is a grand return to the galaxy far, far away that we all have come to love over the last 37 years.
