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.
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...
Film Review: ‘King Richard’ an impossible story of family love and determination
"I’m in the champion-raising business."
Film Review: ‘The Last Duel’ showcases Matt Damon, Ben Affleck in peak form
You cannot turn away.
Mill Valley Film Festival: A hybrid event for its 44th year, ‘The Drovers Wife’ a standout
Mark Fishkin founded the Mill Valley Film Festival in 1977. Through his efforts and the contributions of others, this small festival has grown into an eleven-day event filled with films both local and international, as well as a strong community focus on the Bay area. A hybrid event in...
Spotlight on ‘Dune’ director Denis Villeneuve at Mill Valley Film Festival
Actor/director Maggie Gyllenhaal ('The Last Daughter') also gets a spotlight at MVFF44.
What’s Happening: Traditional Balinese Shadow Play in San Francisco
Creating shadow theater since 1972.
‘My Name Is Pauli Murray’ a fascinating, uplifting documentary about a pioneering activist and intellectual
So many surprises await you in this absorbing documentary.
