Artistic creativity is a very fickle thing. Sometimes it flows so naturally from the heart and mind. Other times, it is a painful, arduous process guaranteed to frustrate and confound the artist. And with fame and success, the creative process often comes with greater pressures and challenges. These are the concepts and themes examined in… Continue reading SXSW 2026: POWER BALLAD
Day: May 28, 2026
Tuner: a story that feels both intimate and dangerous
Tuner surprised me in the best possible way. What begins as a stylish crime thriller gradually reveals itself to be something far more human and emotionally resonant. The film balances tension and tenderness with remarkable confidence, creating a story that feels both intimate and dangerous. Leo Woodall is excellent as Niki, a gifted piano tuner… Continue reading Tuner: a story that feels both intimate and dangerous
CLAIFF 2026: AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ
On May 13, 2026, the 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival kicked off its event with a wonderful documentary about Chicano playwright and director Luis Valdez. Writer/director David Alvarado takes his audience through the story of Valdez, from his childhood as a migrant farm worker in Delano, California, to his emergence as a… Continue reading CLAIFF 2026: AMERICAN PACHUCO: THE LEGEND OF LUIS VALDEZ