In '499' Rodrigo Reyes suggests that Mexico's murderous history of Spanish colonialism influences contemporary drug-cartel kidnappings and killings.
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Tribeca Film Festival Reviews: ’12 Hour Shift,’ ‘Call Your Mother’
'12 Hour Shift' and 'Call Your Mother,' both directed by women, represent the comedic side of the festival.
Read More »2020 Tribeca Film Festival Review: ‘Jacinta’
Love bonds powerfully between a mother and child. However, love’s ties can morph into curses. And if the mother can’t heal from past wounds that spawned an addictive nature, that love endangers all under its power. Director Jessica Earnshaw’s documentary Jacinta explores the issues of heroin addition, generational emotional trauma, …
Read More »Tribeca Film Festival Review: ‘Banksy Most Wanted’
In their straight-shooting documentary the filmmakers explore anonymous artist Banksy's work and influence, and investigate his identity.
Read More »Virtual SXSW: Film Review – ‘The Mojo Manifesto’: Punk Country Crooning
Mojo Nixon combined punk rock and country to craft a unique style sometimes described as cowpunk or psychobilly.
Read More »Virtual SXSW: Film Review – ‘Laurel Canyon: A Place in Time’
Laurel Canyon blossomed with music and creativity in the late 60s early 70s.
Read More »Virtual SXSW: ‘My Darling Vivian’: The First Mrs. Johnny Cash
Most fans don't know that Johnny Cash had a wife before June Carter. 'My Darling Vivian' tells the story of his first love and its tragic outcome.
Read More »Virtual SXSW: Film Review – ‘Tomboy’ Spotlights Four Female Drummers
Lindsay Lindenbaum's documentary takes a look at the unsung heroes of the music scene: female drummers.
Read More »Virtual SXSW: Film Review – ‘We Don’t Deserve Dogs’
Matthew Salleh and Rose Tucker's documentary explores intimately humankind's longstanding relationship with canine companions.
Read More »Lake Travis Film Festival: Take One
The Lake Travis Film Festival brought extraordinary films, learning and fun to the Texas Hill Country.
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