By Mark Saldana Rating: 2.5 (Out of 4 Stars) I found it to be a strange coincidence that my first midnighter of this year’s festival is very similar to midnighter that began my festival last year. Last year I was treated to the shock and awe of Cheap Thrills which I still applaud to this… Continue reading SXSW 2014 Review: 13 SINS
Author: Mark Saldana
SXSW 2014 Review: WICKER KITTENS
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3 (Out of 4 Stars) New to SXSW this year is SXsports which includes panels, showcases and films about various athletic activities and sports of different varieties. Included in the film lineup is a funny and interesting look at competitive jigsaw puzzling called Wicker Kittens. This documentary by director Amy C. Elliott… Continue reading SXSW 2014 Review: WICKER KITTENS
Review: THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) I have yet to grow tired of Wes Anderson’s style of storytelling. With each new film he makes, I look forward to the colorful sets, the equally colorful characters and the overall exquisite way he presents his stories. His brand of humor almost always keeps me… Continue reading Review: THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL
Screening Pass Giveaway: MUPPETS MOST WANTED
TVR is giving away passes (good for two people) to this advance screening scheduled for Saturday, March 15 at 11:00 am. We will randomly choose winners from the entries received. No purchase is necessary. Must be 18 or older to enter. See this movie early and free of charge before it opens in theaters!
Review: CHEF (2014 SXSW)
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) After directing summer popcorn fare in Iron Man, Iron Man 2 and Cowboys and Aliens, Jon Favreau has decided to return to his roots in a smaller indie project. Chosen as the opening night film for SXSW 2014, Chef brought my SXSW Film to a delightful… Continue reading Review: CHEF (2014 SXSW)
SXSW 2014 Review/Interview: IMPOSSIBLE LIGHT
By Mark Saldana Film Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) This documentary selection epitomizes independent film. Starting with no budget, but with a fascination with his subject and the inspiration to tell this story, director Jeremy Ambers, and his story in making this film a reality, serves as an inspiration to first time filmmakers afraid… Continue reading SXSW 2014 Review/Interview: IMPOSSIBLE LIGHT
Review: MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) I vaguely remember the Rocky & Bullwinkle cartoons as a kid (happens with age), and honestly don’t even remember the Peabody’s Improbably History Segments that appeared on the Bullwinkle shows. As usual, I like to do a little research when I review a film based on… Continue reading Review: MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN
Review: 300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE
By Mark Saldana Rating: 3.5 (Out of 4 Stars) The decision to make this follow up to Zach Snyder’s first film much more than a “Picks up where they left off” sequel makes this movie a richer and fuller installment than I was expecting. As a fan of 300 and Zach Snyder’s incredible visual style… Continue reading Review: 300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE
Screening Pass Giveaway: NEED FOR SPEED
TVR is giving away passes (good for two people) to this advance screening scheduled for Tuesday, March 11 at 7:30 pm. We will randomly choose winners from the entries received. No purchase is necessary. Must be 18 or older to enter. See this movie early and free of charge before it opens in theaters!
Movie News: The 86th Annual Academy Awards Recap
By Mark Saldana Last night, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences handed out golden statuettes to actors and filmmakers for their achievements in 2013. Everything seemed to go without a hitch and strictly by the book. In fact the awards presentation was so “by the book” that it lacked fun and excitement. There was no… Continue reading Movie News: The 86th Annual Academy Awards Recap