Jeanne Powell
Jeanne is a published poet and essayist. She holds degrees from Wayne State University and the University of San Francisco. Jeanne has taught in the CS, UB and OLLI programs at universities in the City. Her books in print include MY OWN SILENCE and WORD DANCING from Taurean Horn Press.
‘The Woman King’ driven by dazzling performances by Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu
A film to be experienced and admired for years to come.
Film Review: ‘The Legend of Molly Johnson’, a heroine in any century
This Australian Western is riveting for all the reasons that Westerns invite a confrontation over the moral high ground, and more.
‘Deconstructing Karen’ an absorbing documentary about two miracle workers who are changing the world, one dinner at a time
“The work that I do is because of love. I believe you all can deprogram yourselves.”
Mill Valley Film Festival returns to San Francisco Bay Area for 45th season
Frances McDormand will be in attendance for the presentation of Women Talking, recipient of a Mind The Gap award.
Film Review: ‘Breaking’ showcases superb performances from Boyega, Beharie, Leyva and Williams as the tension builds
Brian’s cause? Find a way to get the VA to give him the $892 he is owed.
Film Review: Waking up with purpose in ‘We Feed People’
"We not only feed people. We create systems."
Film Review: “Benediction’ a poignant, intriguing look into the War years and postwar letdown
Benediction
4 out of 5 stars - 'Highly Recommended'
Directed by Terence Davies
Written by Terence Davies
Starring Tom Blyth, Jack Lowden Kate Phillips
2021 | PG-13 | 2h 17min
In Theaters
A highlight of film festivals this year, Benediction stars Jack Lowden as Siegfried Sassoon, one of the celebrated poets of the Great War (1914-1918)....
SFIFF Highlights: 892, Benediction, We Feed People
Three must see films from the latest San Francisco International Film Festival.
CAAMFest will feature in-person events across San Francisco and Oakland after two years of pandemic restrictions
Center for Asian American Media (CAAM) presents its annual film festival May 12 - 22 in San Francisco
Indie Film: ‘Stay Awake’ to open 65th San Francisco Film Festival
Alright, alright, alright, it is that time again. The San Francisco Film Festival (SFFilm) is returning for 11 days of groundbreaking films, in-person interviews and community events.
After two years of necessary pandemic limitations, some restrictions have been lifted and most of the films will be screened in person at...
