“Why didn’t you tell me the truth?” Driving in a sedan, surrounded by the beauty of redwoods, The Cow first introduces us to a couple by the names Kath (Winona Ryder) and Max (John Gallagher Jr.). They appear to be your usual couple—escaping their doldrum lives to spend a weekend in a cabin surrounded by … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: THE COW (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: STILL WORKING 9 TO 5 (2022)
“You know, a lot of people believe women who go to work do it out of some trip; the want to be liberated. I think it’s important to recognize that women work because they have to.” During the 1970s, women were fighting for equality within the workplace. They were making 60 cents on the dollar … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: STILL WORKING 9 TO 5 (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH (2022)
“I just really love you guys.” For anyone who’s ever been to a wedding or dance in their entire lifetime, more than likely you’ve seen people get on the dance floor and dance the “Cha Cha Slide.” It’s rather funny as people who are nicely dressed will often, go out, stomp their feet, and cross … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: TONY HAWK: UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF (2022)
“I don’t know how long this is going to last, but I’m not going to quit.” Many documentaries about athletes will show a tailored man or woman, sitting in front of a camera, answering flattering questions about the stats of their career. They deserve it, too. For all the work they put in, why shouldn’t … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: TONY HAWK: UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: FACING NOLAN (2022)
“I was born to be a pitcher.” Baseball is that summer pastime that so many of us love. The smell of the green grass as the warm breeze gently brushes across your face. Though not as big a sport as football is in Texas, baseball still has its place in people’s hearts. And if you’re … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: FACING NOLAN (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: I LOVE MY DAD (2022)
“The following actually happened. My Dad asked me to tell you it didn’t.” I remember recently reading in the famous Reddit thread, “Am I the Asshole,” about a sister who catfished her younger sister in order to protect her from a guy. Is catfishing justifiable if the act is to help someone, or if the … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: I LOVE MY DAD (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: UNDER THE INFLUENCE (2022)
“Sensationalism equals more views. And that perpetuating cycle, invariably, ends in disaster.” As a person in their 30s, YouTube began to take flight right as I said goodbye to my adolescent years. I still embraced its start, enjoyed my time watching occasional videos, and I still do. I know a few of the new creators, … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: UNDER THE INFLUENCE (2022)
SXSW REVIEW: THE ART OF MAKING IT (2022)
“You may be one of the greatest living artists in the world, and nobody knows it.” Chris Watts is a young black man with a talent for painting. His “Black On Black On Black” series will strike you at your core. Not only does he paint for his enjoyment, but he does it to shed … Continue reading SXSW REVIEW: THE ART OF MAKING IT (2022)
SUNDANCE REVIEW: THE WORLD TO COME (2020)
Katherine Waterston and Vanessa Kirby in Mona Fastvold's 'The World to Come.' “When the day is done, my mind turns to her and I think, why are we to be separated?” Two women, set in the mid 19-century, find a unique friendship — a bond — that comes from being the wives of manly men … Continue reading SUNDANCE REVIEW: THE WORLD TO COME (2020)
SUNDANCE REVIEW: ON THE COUNT OF THREE (2021)
“Sorry, I didn’t know I had to send a save the date for a double suicide.” What would you do on your last day of living? It’s not a luxury that many get to experience. In fact, we usually see that theme playout in people with terminal illnesses living their best life in a hopeful … Continue reading SUNDANCE REVIEW: ON THE COUNT OF THREE (2021)
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