The film “I Swear,” by writer/director Kirk Jones, follows Scottish activist John Davidson’s life with Tourette’s Syndrome from childhood to adulthood. I had heard of this neurological condition in my past work, but only fully understood its effects after watching the film. For those unfamiliar with the effects or how they appear in public, individuals… Continue reading I Swear – A View into the Life of Living with Tourette’s Syndrome
Author: Liz Lopez
Crítica de cine: Mother Mary – Actuaciones increíbles y visuales impresionantes
Mother Mary es una película que no pertenece a un solo género, ya que es un drama con elementos de thriller psicológico. Una superestrella del pop, Mother Mary (Anne Hathaway), y su diseñador de vestuario distanciado, Sam Anselm (Michaela Coel), han tenido una relación larga y compleja, y un día, la superestrella da un gran… Continue reading Crítica de cine: Mother Mary – Actuaciones increíbles y visuales impresionantes
Crítica de cine – Michael – Biografía con escenas musicales nostálgicas y drama familiar
Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer) dirige la película escrita por John Logan (Gladiator, Aviator), comenzando con la familia Jackson viviendo en Gary, Indiana. En ese momento, el patriarca de la familia, Joe Jackson (Colman Domingo – excelente en el papel), está trabajando en un empleo del que quiere escapar. Para hacerlo, idea un plan… Continue reading Crítica de cine – Michael – Biografía con escenas musicales nostálgicas y drama familiar
Critica de cine: Luciérnagas en El Mozote: Un drama de la Guerra Civil presenta la historia de un joven sobreviviente
El difunto cineasta Ernesto Melara dirigió un drama sobre la Guerra Civil salvadoreña que sigue a un joven sobreviviente que busca justicia tras la masacre en su pueblo. Escrita y dirigida por Melara, la película está ambientada a principios de la década de 1980 en El Salvador y narra la historia de un niño de… Continue reading Critica de cine: Luciérnagas en El Mozote: Un drama de la Guerra Civil presenta la historia de un joven sobreviviente
Fireflies at El Mozote – A Civil War Drama Features a Young Survivor’s Story
The late filmmaker Ernesto Melara’s Salvadoran Civil War drama follows a young survivor seeking justice after the massacre in his village. Written and directed by Melara, the film is set in early 1980s El Salvador and recounts the story of a 10-year-old boy, Jose (Mateo Honles), who survives the massacre, and his quest to bring… Continue reading Fireflies at El Mozote – A Civil War Drama Features a Young Survivor’s Story
Crítica de cine: Beast – Una dura y sangrienta experiencia para los fanáticos de las escenas de pelea de MMA
Dirigida por Tyler Atkins (Ocean Boy), basada en el guion del ganador del Oscar® Russell Crowe (Actor en un Papel Protagonista, Gladiator, 2000) y David Frigerio (a partir de su historia), llega la película Beast, un drama de acción/deportes ambientado en el mundo de MMA. No se trata solo de ganar o perder peleas, sino… Continue reading Crítica de cine: Beast – Una dura y sangrienta experiencia para los fanáticos de las escenas de pelea de MMA
Beast – A Tough Bloody Watch for Fans of MMA Fight Scenes
Directed by Tyler Atkins (Ocean Boy), Beast is an action/sports drama set in the MMA world, based on a screenplay by Oscar® winner Russell Crowe (Actor in a Leading Role, Gladiator, 2000) and David Frigerio. More than just about winning or losing fights, it explores the stakes of family and relationships. Details are best discovered… Continue reading Beast – A Tough Bloody Watch for Fans of MMA Fight Scenes
SXSW 2026 Review: A Cowboy in London at State Theatre
When the SXSW Film and Television Festival announcements were made for 2026, I absolutely knew there were two films at the top of my list. On March 15, it was Los Lobos Native Sons, and on the final day of the festival, March 18th, was A Cowboy in London by filmmaker Jared Christopher, who directed,… Continue reading SXSW 2026 Review: A Cowboy in London at State Theatre
Cine las Americas Fest News: Cine Las Americas International Film Festival Returns for 28th Year in Austin, TX
oin filmmakers and cinephiles at the 28th annual Cine Las Americas International Film Festival (CLAIFF28), taking place May 13 – 17, 2026, at the Austin Film Society Cinema. The Opening Night film is the Austin premiere of American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, directed by David Alvarado. Winner of the 2026 Sundance Audience Award… Continue reading Cine las Americas Fest News: Cine Las Americas International Film Festival Returns for 28th Year in Austin, TX
Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX
The World Premiere of Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical was held at The Whisenhunt at Zach Theater, the longest-running professional theater in Texas. The family series musical is conceived, written, and composed by Jesse J. Sanchez, an award-winning composer-lyricist, writer, and music director for theater and opera. The musical ran from March 27th to 29th,… Continue reading Theater Review: Zapata: A Folklórico Superhero Musical Premieres in Austin TX