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ANGEL AND THE BADMAN – A Review by John Strange

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...

HEART OF THE BEAST – A Review by Cynthia Flores

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"...

NEAGLEY: SEASON 1 – A Review by John Strange

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...

DEAR YOU – A Review by Jenn Rohm

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 Cycle of Love – A Review By Cynthia Flores

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...

MUTINY – A Review by John Strange

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...
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Naples International Film Festival 2026 Announces Film and Events Lineup for October fest

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,...

HOLDING LIAT – Interview with Director Brandon Kramer and Producer Lance Kramer

"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...

Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival announces film lineup for 35th Anniversary edition

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...

OUR LOVES – Interview with Filmmaker Avi Nesher

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...

25th Annual Kineo Awards Announces Honorees for event at Venice Film Festival

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...

Dallas VideoFest’s 24-Hour VideoRace returns Labor Day weekend!

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...

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Naples International Film Festival 2025 Announces Film Lineup

Artis—Naples announced today the film lineup for the 17th annual Naples International Film Festival (NIFF), to be held October 23-26, 2025. The festival opens on Thursday, October 23, with Opening Night Shorts: Unexpected...

Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival announces film lineup for its 34th edition

The critically acclaimed Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival announced the lineup of films and honorees for its 34th edition, taking place October 10 -18. Screenings will kick off at Oaklawn’s Event Center with...

West Coast Premiere of “Meeting the Buddha” to Debut at AWARENESS FILM FESTIVAL in Santa Monica October 26, 2025

The Beautiful Truth presents the West Coast Premiere screening of MEETING THE BUDDHA at the Awareness Film Festival Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 10:00am at the Laemmle Monica Film Center (1332 2nd...

Vertical Acquires U.S. Rights to Throwback-Thriller Stone Cold Fox

Vertical has acquired U.S. rights to first-time feature filmmaker Sophie Tabet’s throwback action-thriller Stone Cold Fox. Tabet co-wrote the script with Julia Roth based on an original story by Tabet, Roth and...

ARE WE GOOD? A Marc Maron Documentary – Interview with Writer Producer Julie Seabaugh

This Friday October 3rd ARE WE GOOD? A MARC MARON DOCUMENTARY will open in NY/LA before a nationwide release.  Writer/Producer Julie Seabaugh talked with our Gadi Elkon about Marc, Marc's devotion to...

Vertical Acquires English-Speaking World Rights to Ben Jacobson’s Bunny

Vertical has acquired English-speaking world rights, including North America, UK/Ireland, Australia/New Zealand, and South Africa, to first-time director Ben Jacobson’s riotous film Bunny. The New York City-shot film stars Mo Stark (She...

Rose Kuo Named as California Film Institute (CAFILM) Artistic Director

The California Film Institute (CAFILM) has named Rose Kuo as Artistic Director, a newly created leadership position established earlier this year to guide the organization’s artistic vision and ensure a seamless program...

UNEXPECTED TREASURES – A Review by Jenn Rohm

John Paul Ungaretti’s directorial debut film, Unexpected Treasures, which screened at San Diego Comic-Con this year, is now available for streaming via Apple TV and Amazon Prime.  As someone who grew up...

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