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in ReviewsFilm Review: ‘Upheaval’ is a Bold and Compelling Portrait of Menachem Begin
No political leader is beloved by all constituents and looked upon entirely favorably by history. Some are remembered largely because of their formidable accomplishments and forgiven their shortcomings, while others are perceived as villains whose contributions to society were more detrimental than anything else. And then there are those who are revered as heroes in […] More
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Paul McCartney Docuseries Coming To Hulu Will Cover His Career
Whether you’re a Beatles obsessive, a fan of the solo stuff, or both, just about everyone can get on board with Paul McCartney. For those who want to learn more about the iconic musician, Hulu has dropped the first trailer for their upcoming series McCartney 3, 2, 1, which will release on the streaming service on July […] More
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The True Horror of ‘The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness’
You guys, I have discovered a mind-blowing Netflix documentary exposing an unbelievable conspiracy called The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness! See, it turns out David Berkowitz, the infamous serial killer calling himself the “Son of Sam,” did not commit his crimes alone. And I don’t just mean an accomplice; he was a member […] More
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Film Review: ‘In Our Mothers’ Gardens’ is an Engaging Celebration of Resilient Black Women
Sometimes there’s nothing more fascinating and intriguing than listening to somebody tell stories not just about themselves, but about their ancestors that we’ve never seen and will never see. From director Shantrelle P. Lewis, In Our Mothers’ Gardens is exactly that, a documentary that features a number of interviewees paying homage to the brilliant women […] More
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Interview: ‘Hunger Ward’ Director Skye Fitzgerald On Using Film As a Force For Good
Documentarian filmmaker Skye Fitzgerald is no stranger to Oscar buzz. His 2019 film Lifeboat was nominated for Best Short Documentary. Now he is nominated once again for his latest heart-wrenching short film Hunger Ward, this time turning his gaze on the on-going war in Yemen and its impacts on the civilians caught in the conflict […] More
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SXSW Film Review: ‘Alien on Stage’ is a Loving Tribute to a Loving Tribute
When you consider Ridley Scott‘s classic film Alien, a lot of things come to mind. There’s been sequels, books, video games, and lots more. A stage production, however, seems like a weirder adaptation. Then again, anything is possible. However, a community theater-type production by a group of small town bus drivers? Now that’s unique and […] More
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SXSW Film Review: ‘Clerk’ Champions Kevin Smith with Emotion and Intelligence
Full disclosure: I’m a huge Kevin Smith fan. None of you reading this are probably ignorant to that fact, but still, I’m putting it out on Front Street. Now, that being said, I’m also here to say that Clerk is a fantastic documentary about him. Playing at SXSW, it presents Smith as not just a […] More
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Interview: Frank Stallone on His New Documentary, Oscar Snub for the ‘Staying Alive’ Song, and Persevering in Hollywood
For nearly his entire career, Frank Stallone has nearly always been known as one thing: Rocky’s brother. However, a brand new documentary seeks to uncover why one of the “least known famous faces in Hollywood” – with his multi talented range in music, acting, and boxing – never seemed to climb to the top of […] More
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Film Review: ‘Ruth – Justice Ginsburg in Her Own Words’ is a Love Letter Worthy of the Notorious RBG
Academy Award winning filmmaker Freida Lee Mock’s new documentary Ruth – Justice Ginsburg in Her Own Words is nothing short of a stunning portrait of an incredible life. The film beautifully illustrates Justice Ginsburg’s career, personal life, and unexpected rise to pop culture icon in seamless parallel threads. Viewers can’t help but realize that Ginsburg […] More
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Film Review: ‘Strip Down, Rise Up’ Discovers Life-Altering Strength from an Unexpected Source
Numerous outlets have attempted to tackle the suppression of women and how to move away from outdated ideals of what it means to be a woman. Every single day, those identifying as female face judgments and rules that they must follow to fit into a suffocating box of ideals, and anything outside of that box […] More
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Sundance Film Festival Review: ‘Searchers’ Will Leave You Searching for Something Better
Like most single individuals these days, I use dating apps. It’s just how it goes. Like many others, my success is sporadic, broken up by long periods of swiping, etc, with no responses. Or, responses but no connections. It’s undoubtedly a strange thing for someone who has no awareness of the situation to witness. So, […] More
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TV Review: Netflix Provides ‘Night Stalker’ Victims a Voice, Investigates a Deranged Mind
If you’re a fan of true crime like I am, there are numerous resources for you to get your fix. Podcasts, movies, television series; whatever way you prefer to learn about heinous crimes, there’s an outlet for it. One of the most reliable places to find pieces revolving around true crime is Netflix. Over the […] More
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