Western films are few and far between these days. New western films that are good are even harder to find. The filmmakers of Angel and the Badman were truly ambitious. They remade...
It has been twelve years since director David Ayer and actor Brad Pitt last worked together on the 2014 war film Fury. That film told the story of Staff Sergeant Don "Wardaddy"...
A few seasons ago, I watched Amazon Prime's new take on Reacher, from the novels by British author Jim Grant under the pen name Lee Child. Alan Ritchson is apparently much closer...
Director Hongchun Lan conducted extensive research for Dear You, in which he served as both writer and director. He visited with over 300 families whose lives were impacted by remittance letters sent home...
The tagline for this beautiful documentary is “It's a love story like no other. It's an inspiring, heartwarming epic true-life adventure about believing in love against all odds and risking everything for...
Jason Statham is well known for his variety of action films. The action in his films involves a lot of fighting and a fast pace that can leave some filmgoers behind. Mutiny...
Artis—Naples announced today the film lineup for the 18th annual Naples International Film Festival (NIFF), to be held October 22-25, 2026. The festival opens on Thursday, October 22, with Opening Night Shorts,...
"In the weeks unfolding after Liat is kidnapped, her father resists efforts to use her captivity to justify escalating violence in Gaza, exposing political and emotional rifts within his family as they...
The critically acclaimed Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival presented by Oaklawn announced the lineup of films and honorees for its 35th Anniversary edition, taking place October 9-17. Screenings will kick off at...
Veteran Israeli filmmaker Avi Nesher's latest film is the powerful, OUR LOVES. Our Gadi Elkon spoke with Avi before OUR LOVES held its World Premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this...
The renowned Kinéo Awards announced honorees for its 25th Anniversary edition, including Faye Dunaway, Nicola Peltz Beckham, and Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another. Cecilia Miniucchi’s dramatic short film, Dinner With...
Filmmakers of all ages and experience levels will have 24 hours to create an original short film before a public screening and finals at the Angelika Film Center Dallas — The clock...
Writers and Directors Natalie Musteata and Alexandre Singh spoke with our Gadi Elkon about their Oscar shortlisted Best Live Action Short film, TWO PEOPLE EXCHANGING SALIVA.
This 36-minute short film examines themes of...
The Fourth Annual Dances With Films: New York will feature six very diverse Jewish-themed films in the categories of feature length narrative and documentaries, as well as short films.
VINDICTA, a feature film...
Here are Gadi Elkon's picks for favorite films, shows, and acting performances. Also some shows and films He's most excited for in 2026.
Top Ten Favorite Shows:
10. PLURIBUS
9. HOUSE OF GUINNESS
8. DEPT. Q
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The civil war in Syria lasted thirteen years. It was bloody and heavily damaged the country, but of more importance was what it did to its citizens. I Was a Stranger tells...
The USA Film Festival announces the schedule of events for the 42nd Annual KidFilm® Family Festival taking place on Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January 18, 2026 at the Angelika Film Center...
This new film from director and co-writer Josh Safdie is a perfect blend of his lush cinematic storytelling style and his love and ability to portray gritty, underbelly realities, as seen in...
Mike Sardina (Hugh Jackman) is celebrating his 20th sobriety birthday. He is a mechanic who really wants to make a living with his music. On this day, Mike is hired to perform...
Dances With Films announced the film lineup for the 4th New York City edition of the bicoastal indie-film focused film festival juggernaut. January 15-18 will kick off the new year with several...
