In his heartfelt indie film Adjunct, writer-director Ron Najor plays the dual roles of leading actor and filmmaker. The film tells the story of a struggling academic who discovers the precariousness of his place in the academic world. Unassuming yet thought-provoking, Adjunct is a profoundly personal exploration of purpose and resilience in a system that… Continue reading Austin Film Festival 2024: Adjunct – a heartfelt indie film
Day: October 31, 2024
Austin Film Festival 2024: Bird – A haunting exploration of childhood
Andrea Arnold’s ‘Bird’ is a poetic, haunting exploration of childhood on society’s fringes, anchored by a mesmerizing performance from Nykiya Adams as Bailey, a 12-year-old girl navigating the harsh realities of life in Gravesend, North Kent. Arnold crafts a coming-of-age tale pulsing with raw authenticity and wonder, capturing the bittersweet journey of growing up amid… Continue reading Austin Film Festival 2024: Bird – A haunting exploration of childhood