Arts
God Never Spoke, Only Beast: The Biblical Desperation of Beast...
Join me as I sit down in a crowded theatre of disqualified contestants as we boggle at the multi-fixed dangling-key spectacle that is Beast Games. … read more
Behind The Seams: The Weird and Wonderful World of McGrew...
When I ask about Jennifer McGrew’s job title, she slides me a glittery business card that reads “Director of Disguises.” … read more
The Saltiest Pseudo-Saints of Secondhand Screenings
There have to be more features with Utahn cultural significance that fly under the radar. Well, if there’s anything I’ve learned when uncovering forgotten cinema: When in doubt, book a trip to Deseret Industries. … read more
Provo To Omaha To Park City: Cole Webley and Paul...
Omaha is an extraordinary film that’s poised to be one of the standout premieres in the U.S. Dramatic Competition. … read more
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley: Producing a Passion Project
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley directed by Amy Berg was first conceived in 2007, and it marks the fifth Sundance appearance for Berg. … read more
Mental Healthy F.i.T: Community Through Creative Communication
Mental Healthy F.i.T. has found film to be a good medium for people to talk about their experiences. … read more
Black, Bold & Brilliant: A Space for Filmmakers
With the film industry being largely dominated by white men, Black, Bold & Brilliant is aiming to highlight Black experiences while supporting Black filmmakers. … read more
Roll the Credits: Salt Lake’s Brightest Film Specialists
Find out what these four creatives have to say about the local filmmaking scene (beyond the big screens at Sundance) and the individual part that they play in it. … read more
Le Salon Des Refusés Vivra: Slamdance Will Live On
“Slamdance is a festival for filmmakers, by filmmakers,” Baxter says. “Once you’re in, you can never really leave.” … read more
Gia Coppola: Las Vegas, Legacies and The Last Showgirl
Gia Coppola, a spectacular talent and the latest in long line of visionary artists, has created a vivid portrait of connections, dreams and lasting legacies. … read more
The Top 11 Films of 2024
As 2024 draws its final breaths, here is my annual list of the year’s top films, submitted for your approval with your personal favorite deliberately omitted. … read more
A Damned Good Interview with Odessa Young
Odessa Young will be doing what she loves for the foreseeable future, and that that no matter how cold the location can be, this rising star is on a hot streak. … read more
