Day: May 30, 2019

By Mark Saldana Rating 4 (Out of 4 Stars) From Ecuador, comes this riveting and disturbingly visceral thriller that offers an insightful glimpse into the lives of sex workers and the victims of human trafficking in Latin America. Nöelle Schönwald stars as “Dana,” a seemingly high class escort/prostitute working for ruthless pimp, human trafficker, and… Continue reading SXSW 2019 Review: LA MALA NOCHE (THE LONGEST NIGHT)

By Jan Hamilton Synopsis Source: SXSW The Beach Bum follows the hilarious misadventures of Moondog (Matthew McConaughey), a rebellious rogue who always lives life by his own rules. Co-starring Snoop Dog, Zac Efron, and Isla Fisher, The Beach Bum is a refreshingly original and subversive new comedy from director Harmony Korine (Kids, Spring Breakers). 

By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) From writer/directors Britt Poulson and Dan Madison Savage comes this unnerving and frightening portrait of insanely fanatical Christians who test their faith in God by handling poisonous snakes. Kaitlin Dever stars as Dilly, a sweet and intelligent teen whose father Lemuel (Walton Goggins serves as pastor… Continue reading SXSW 2019 Review: THEM THAT FOLLOW

By Jan Hamilton Synopsis Source: SXSW An American expat arrives in Hong Kong to make a documentary about an international art fair but finds himself out of his depth. He turns the camera on himself and the film becomes a deeply personal and unexpectedly comedic story about authenticity, heartbreak and that time he got lost… Continue reading SXSW 2019 Review: LEAVE THE BUS THROUGH THE BROKEN WINDOW