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Slamdance Film Review: A Dog’s Death

Posted on January 26, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Matías Ganz’s A Dog’s Death is a top-notch thriller that unravels the absurd and violent consequences of class and racial discrimination. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: A Dog's Death, Matias Ganz, Slamdance 2020, Slamdance Film Review

Slamdance Film Review: Máxima

Posted on January 26, 2020 (July 22, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Máxima is a must-see for anyone who feels they can't make an impact—the film is proof that the willingness to fight for what is right can make a difference.

Máxima is a must-see for anyone who feels they can’t make an impact—the film is proof that the willingness to fight for what is right can make a difference. … read more

Posted in: Film, Film Reviews, SlamdanceTagged: Claudia Sparrow, Maxima, Slamdance 2020

Sundance Film Review: Acasӑ, My Home

Posted on January 26, 2020 (September 28, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
A still from Acasa, My Home by Radu Ciorniciuc, an official selection of the World Cinema Documentary Competition at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Courtesy of Sundance Institute | photo by Mircea Topoleanu. All photos are copyrighted and may be used by press only for the purpose of news or editorial coverage of Sundance Institute programs. Photos must be accompanied by a credit to the photographer and/or 'Courtesy of Sundance Institute.' Unauthorized use, alteration, reproduction or sale of logos and/or photos is strictly prohibited.

Acasӑ, My Home succeeds as a cinéma verité documentary that offers a compelling case study about the shortcomings of how we live. … read more

Posted in: SundanceTagged: Acasa My Home, Radu Ciorniciuc, Sundance 2020

Carphax Files: Case Reopened

Posted on January 27, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
The recently returned Carphax Files circa 2005.

Carphax Files may feel like they are starting over, but the impression they left on their fans have kept them dedicated through the years. … read more

Posted in: Music InterviewsTagged: Carphax Files, COP International

Slamdance Film Review: Sanzaru

Posted on January 27, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
The disorienting and claustrophobic thirller Sanzaru shows a solid potential for director Xia Magnus in their thematic concepts, visuals and soundscapes.

The disorienting and claustrophobic thirller Sanzaru shows a solid potential for director Xia Magnus in their thematic concepts, visuals and soundscapes. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Sanzaru, Slamdance 2020, Xia Magnus

Rex Orange County @ The Union Event Center 01.23

Posted on January 27, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
In the wake of the success of his 2019 album Pony, Rex Orange stopped by SLC for a show at the Union Event Center.

Anyone who can keep up with a night of multicolored, flashing stage lights and a bouncing performer should definitely attend a Rex Orange County show. … read more

Posted in: Show ReviewsTagged: Alex O'Connor, Rex Orange County, Union Event Center

Film Review: Les Misérables

Posted on January 28, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Les Miserables stars Damien Bonnard, Alexis Manenti and Djibril Zonga who patrol the area of Montfermeil before things take a turn for the worst.

Les Misérables is a terrific film that deserves to be seen and discussed—it might even help change the way people think about how they treat each other. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Ladj Ly, Les Misérables, SRAB Films

Slamdance Film Review: Tahara

Posted on January 28, 2020 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Speaking to the potential of toxicity in friendships that take place early in life, Olivia Peace's Tahara encourages the safety of autonomy.

Speaking to the potential of toxicity in friendships that take place early in life, Olivia Peace’s Tahara encourages the safety of autonomy. … read more

Posted in: Film Reviews, LGBTQ+Tagged: LGBTQ+, Olivia Peace, Slamdance 2020, Tahara

Slamdance: Ask No Questions

Posted on January 31, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Viewers must approach Ask No Questions as a investigative documentary instead of another conspiracy-theory proposal. The film begins with the account of a CNN reporter who, with her cameraman, captures the scene of what is televised as a Falun Gong “religious public suicide” in Beijing at Tiananmen Square. … read more

Posted in: SLUGmagTagged: Slamdance 2020

Film Review: The Invisible Life of Eurídice Gusmão

Posted on February 4, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
The Invisible Life of Eurídice Gusmão is both a tragic melodrama and a fierce statement against the injustices of an oppressively patriarchal society.

The Invisible Life of Eurídice Gusmão is both a tragic melodrama and a fierce statement against the injustices of an oppressively patriarchal society. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Karim Aïnouz, Martha Batalha, The Invisible Life of Eurídice Gusmão, Vitrine Filmes

Slamdance Film Review: 1986

Posted on February 4, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Since every scene—regardless of real-world urgency—floats along like a waking dream, 1986 often feels like it's missing a necessary bite.

Since every scene—regardless of real-world urgency—floats along like a waking dream, 1986 often feels like it’s missing a necessary bite. … read more

Posted in: Film Reviews, SlamdanceTagged: 1986, film review, Lothar Herzog, Slamdance Film Festival

Lighting Lanterns in the Dark: The Rape Recovery Center and its Social Justice & Outreach Leaders

Posted on February 6, 2020 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Stephany Murguia, Megan Asadian and Jorge Barraza comprise a portion of the Rape Recovery Center staff, and work toward the goal of eradicating sexual assault through outreach and education.

For 45 years the Rape Recovery Center has been the flagship trauma-informed and multiculturally conscious sexual-violence safe space in Salt Lake. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: Jorge Barraza, LGBTQ+, Non profit, Rape Recovery Center, Utah Domestic Violence Coalition
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