Day: November 5, 2013

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) In a genuinely heartfelt and true to life human interest tale, actor Paul Sorvino portrays a former Mafia Capo named Joe Scoleri. However, this isn’t a typical take on Mafia criminals. Writer/director David Rodriguez focuses his story on the man who is Joseph Scoleri, and not… Continue reading AFF 2013 Review: LAST I HEARD

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) Part psychological thriller and part soap opera, The Maid’s Room does offer suspense, tension and some unexpected twists, but some of the beats play out a bit too cheesy for its own good. Nevertheless, the talented cast manages to maintain some gravity to their story, making… Continue reading AFF 2013 Review: THE MAID’S ROOM

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) Certainly a curiosity piece, Living Dolls is a documentary which focuses on an unusual assortment of doll collectors. A young man who lives with his companion and parents has an obsession with collecting Barbie dolls and her accessories. A very eccentric artist loves turning Barbies and… Continue reading AFF 2013 Review: LIVING DOLLS

By Mark Saldana  Rating: 2 (Out of 4 Stars) Teenage supernatural stories are all the rage right now, thanks to the success of the Twilight saga books and movies. The latest entry, which attempts to capitalize on this trend, takes place mostly in a private all girls school run by a faculty of supernatural, sexy… Continue reading AFF 2013 Review: INNOCENCE