Bran Nue Dae – Review
Set in 1969 Australia, the film follows Willie, a young aboriginal boy whose evangelical mother has sent him to Catholic boarding school in the hopes that he will join the priesthood. … read more
Review: Twigger’s Holiday
Twigger’s Holiday Slow January Records Street: 08.07 I picked up this gem of a DVD just because the dude who made it had some sort of affiliation with Sarah Silverman (he did something with her show). I knew to expect something hilariously bizarre but not what I actually received from this DVD. The DVD
Double Take – Review
Johan Grimonprez’s second documentary is the epitome of the Sundance Film Festival’s core foundation. … read more
Day 0: Thursday, January 17, 2008
Kick in Iran – Review
Abdollahyan’s documentary provides a glimpse into the restricted lives of women in Iran, but also details the unique bond between a female Olympic athlete and her perfectionist coach. … read more
Day 1: Friday, January 18, 2008
Waiting for Superman – Review
America’s schools are failing. Despite all the presidents who have committed themselves to education reform and the millions that have been poured into America’s pubic schools, there has been little improvement for nearly 40 years. … read more
Day 2: Saturday, January 19, 2008
One Too Many Mornings – Review
First impressions can instantly make or break a relationship. Meet Fischer (Stephen Hale), an alcoholic handyman who lives rent-free inside a church. … read more
Day 3: Sunday January 20, 2008
New Low – Review
From the moment the film begins, it’s abundantly clear Wendell is a neurotic social coward always determined to harp on the negative aspects of himself and others, especially his girlfriends.
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