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.
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...
In Review: Boyz II Men with the San Francisco Symphony
Boyz II Men with the San Francisco Symphony
4 out of 5 stars - 'A Great Performance'
The San Francisco Symphony (SFS) continues to amaze and delight with its widely varied and inclusive programming, appealing to multiple generations and cultures. Founded in 1911 and housed in the splendid Davies Hall since...
What’s Happening: ‘Crossings’ art reception featuring paintings by Dewey Crumpler
From April 6th to June 4th, the Richmond Art Center is presenting the paintings of popular local artist Dewey Crumpler.
Curated by the Jenkins Johnson Gallery of San Francisco and New York, the exhibit features an absorbing survey of Crumpler’s "shipping container" work.
More than 120 pieces of his art will...
Film Review: In ‘Stillwater’ who pays the consequences when others get hurt?
Stillwater
3.5 out of 5 stars - 'Recommended'
Directed by Tom McCarthy
Written by Tom McCarthy, Marcus Hinchey, Thomas Bidegain, Noé Debré
Starring Matt Damon, Camille Cottin, Abigail Breslin
2021 | R | 2h 19min
Streaming: YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies, Vudu
Tom McCarthy honed his skills as a film director and...
San Francisco Independent Film: Mostly British Film Festival
Like a distant but beloved relative, the Mostly British Film Festival returns to San Francisco for a week in the middle of March.
The Festival was founded in 2009 by Ruthe Stein, former entertainment editor for the San Francisco Chronicle. Each year it has grown in popularity and always returns...
Film Review: ‘C’mon C’mon’ and the delicate complexity of family dynamics
C'mon C'mon
4 out of 5 stars - 'Highly Recommended'
Directed by Mike Mills
Written by Mike Mills
Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Gaby Hoffman, Woody Norman
2021 | R | 1h 49min
Streaming: YouTube, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies, Vudu
Director Mike Mills was already on everyone’s radar because of the success of 20th...
Golden Bough ‘Christmas in a Celtic Land’: Skill, appreciation for craft and humor win us over (Review)
Christmas in a Celtic Land
4 out of 5 stars - 'Highly Recommended'
By Golden Bough
The Artists: Margie Butler, Paul Epinoza & Kathy Sierra
December 17, 2021
Streaming: YouTube
Golden Bough is a Celtic music group famed for its winter concerts. Drawing from traditional carols of the United Kingdom, the music group has been...
