As we roll into the 2019 awards season, the race to the Oscars is beginning to take shape. One of the more interesting stops along the golden road is the Independent Spirit Awards, which takes place the night before the Academy Awards ceremony and recognize outstanding achievements in independent film; more specifically, those productions with … Continue reading 2020 Independent Spirit Awards Nominees
Film Review: ‘The Farewell’ Is A Challenging, Heartfelt Tale Of Two Mores
A young woman struggles to reconcile the traditions of her heritage with those of the world she grew up in. That's the conflict brewing at the center if The Farewell, a challenging yet heartfelt tale of two mores. Actor and rapper Awkwafina shines as underachiever Billie, whose family learns that their beloved Nai Nai (Shuzhen Zhou) … Continue reading Film Review: ‘The Farewell’ Is A Challenging, Heartfelt Tale Of Two Mores
Opening This Week: Aug. 2
Another week has come and gone, which can only mean new movies! On the docket this week is the big budget Fast & Furious spin-off Hobbs & Shaw (check out my review). To round out this weekend's slate are a couple of independent darlings, including a new A24 film and Jennifer Kent's highly-anticipated follow-up to … Continue reading Opening This Week: Aug. 2
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