Blade Runner 2049 Official Trailer: The best moment is…
There’s a lot to like about the just released official trailer for Blade Runner 2049. The sequel to the almost-best-ever sci-fi movie (#1 would be…
Culture
Explore San Francisco and Bay Area culture through theater reviews, film, contemporary art, and creative events. Featuring original artwork by Loni Stark, film reviews by Jeanne Powell, and insights by ATCA member Clinton Stark.
Montalvo Arts Center reveals 2017 summer concert series
Jay Leno, The B-52s, Gregory Porter lead strong summer concert line-up at historic outdoor Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre.
Crazy or Die: New short film starring Loni Stark premieres Wed 5/3 on Stark Insider
I’ll burn down what’s between us… It’s finally through the edit. Look for our new original short Crazy or Die starring Loni Stark right here on…
An intimate and incredible Encounter
The first minutes of The Encounter (currently at the Curran) are a mix between technological witchcraft and light hypnosis. After a brief introduction about the…
An icy Phèdre at Cutting Ball Theater
Logical holes undercut the coherence of the plot.
‘The Long Excuse’ and the refusal to acknowledge loss (Film Review)
Stark Insider indie film review: The Long Excuse which recently screened at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM). Writer-director Miwa Nishikawa’s thoughtfully woven film is…
A delightful Gilbert and Sullivan pastiche
When it comes to musical theater, the only thing more fun than a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta is thirteen Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. If you…
Natalia Almada’s ‘Everything Else’ takes top prize at SFFILM 60
Prizes at the 60th edition of the San Francisco International Film Festival were revealed this week. Winning films across 12 categories were announced at the…
SFFILM: ‘The Wedding Ring’ a welcome and joyous remembrance (Review)
Stark Insider indie film review: The Wedding Ring (original title: (HAWSA) ZIN’NAARIYÂ!) which recently screened at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM). Director Rahmatou Keïta has…
Strong directing and Seana Kerslake win us over in ‘A Date for Mad Mary’ at San Francisco Film Festival
Stark Insider indie film review: A Date for Mad Mary which recently screened at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM). Director Darren Thornton’s 2016 comedy…