New social justice drama looks at one of the main issues plaguing South Korea today.
Festivals
Joshua Brunsting
Joshua Reviews Hong Seok-Jae’s Socialphobia [NYAFF 2015 Review]
This film seems ripped right out of the headlines, and is a superb slow burn thriller.
Joshua Reviews Sion Sono’s Tokyo Tribe [NYAFF 2015 Review]
Sion Sono is back with an anarchic ode to hip-hop and classic gangster pictures.
Joshua Reviews Khavn’s Ruined Heart: Another Love Story Between A Criminal And A Whore [NYAFF 2015 Review]
This may be one of 2015's most original and thrilling achievements.
Joshua Reviews Kiki Sugino’s Taksu [NYAFF 2015 Review]
While this may sound like a standard melodrama, director Kiki Sugino turns in a true highlight of this year's NYAFF.
Human Rights Watch Film Festival Begins
Film festival looks at the state of human rights across the globe.
First Annual Mammoth Lakes Film Festival Runs May 27-31; Opens With New Steve Jobs Documentary
The debut of the new California-based festival marks yet another must-attend festival for film fans.
Joshua Reviews Alex Sichel And Elizabeth Giamatti’s A Woman Like Me [SXSW Review]
Cancer is a subject that is near and dear to this writer’s heart. With a brother who has looked cancer in the eye, stared it down, and kicked its ass, I’m pre-disposed to find any picture revolving around a...
Joshua Reviews Fredrik Gertten’s Bikes Vs. Cars [SXSW Review]
This new film, maxing its debut at this year's SXSW Film Festival, looks at the role of the bicycle in modern society.
Joshua Reviews Scott Christopherson And Brad Barber’s Peace Officer [SXSW Review]
New documentary looks at the growing issues surrounding police and their ever growing use of force.
SXSW 2015 Preview Podcast
Ryan is joined by Jonathan Poritsky to preview the SXSW 2015 Film Festival.
Ryan Gallagher
What’s Playing At PIFF38 This Weekend? [February 6-8]
The Portland International Film Festival has returned, and we take a look at what is playing this first weekend.
The 38th Annual Portland International Film Festival Kicks Off This Week
The annual Northwest film festival begins on Thursday evening with a screening of Wild Tales.
Sean Reviews Olivier Assayas’ Clouds of Sils Maria [NYFF 2014]
A mesmerizing drama of oblique emotions and gorgeous visuals.
Sean Hutchinson
Sean Reviews Mike Leigh’s Mr. Turner [NYFF 2014]
Mike Leigh's Mr. Turner strives to leave a lasting impression.