Netflix vs. Cannes is the tip of the disruption iceberg for re-defining TV and film
What is TV? It’s 2018 and I’d say the term is pretty much antiquated. After all, juggernaut Netflix premiers big budget original films on its…
Independent Film
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Actress Charlize Theron honored at San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM)
The San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM) continues to impress as it celebrates 56 years of presenting innovative documentaries and extraordinary films over a two-week…
Road Trippin’: Amy Poehler to direct, star in ‘Wine Country’ set in Napa Valley
Poehler and friends descend upon Napa Valley to celebrate a birthday party.
What’s Happening: Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF)
Say hello to Sonomawood! Wine country goes cinematic next week when the Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) hits town. The 21st edition of the popular fest…
‘Thoroughbreds’ an eye-catching film with haunting images (Review)
Cory Finley’s script, Lyle Vincent’s vivid cinematography and musical interludes chosen by Erik Friedlander combine to offer a witty but devastating portrait of upper-class suburban…
Indie Film: Charlize Theron to be honored at San Francisco Film Festival (SFFILM)
Actress Charlize Theron will be honored at the upcoming San Francisco Film Festival (SFFILM). Organizers say the tribute will take place April 8, 2018 at…
Janus Films’ Ingmar Bergman Centennial Retrospective: 47 Films to See
A stage actress suddenly stops speaking mid-performance. Not a word. Not a whisper. For the rest of her life. This haunting premise from Persona (1966)…
Stark Insider Interview: Director Petra Volpe, ‘The Divine Order’ and Suffrage
"God doesn’t want women to be in politics. God has created the world with clearly assigned roles and if we mix up that order it’s…
Stark Insider Short Film Collection shot on Panasonic GH5, Sony a6500, RED Scarlet-W
Lesson learned: at the end of the day the least important thing is ... the camera.
Film Review: Denzel Washington memorable in ‘Roman J. Israel, Esq.’
And don’t forget the classic soundtrack ranging from Duke Ellington and Pharoah Sanders to George Clinton Jr. and Marvin Gaye.