I saw Marija Kavtaradze’s SLOW at the Sundance Film Festival last year and it ended up in my top ten of 2023. The romance between a dancer and an asexual sign language interpreter is unlike any I have seen before. It is tender, honest, and beautifully shot in 16mm. Screening in-person and online as part […]
Gloria!
If you’re looking for something on the lighter and fun side of festival fare, keep an eye out for Margherita Vicario’s GLORIA! starring The Taste of Things’ Galatéa Bellugi. The pop-infused, crowd-pleasing 18th century musical is screening at the Seattle International Film Festival.
Subterranean
Not for the claustrophobic, Subterranean is a fine looking caving documentary from Canada. You learn quite a bit about the sport. I was happy to observe it on film, but I still find it hard to grasp why they do this! The film is screening both in-person and virtually at the Seattle International Film Festival.
Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds
If you’re a fan of Studio Ghibli, run, don’t walk to see the French animated film Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds from director Benoît Chieux when you get the chance. Beautifully designed and imaginative, its fantasy world will appeal to kids and grown ups alike. It is currently screening at the Seattle International Film […]
Good One
India Donaldson’s GOOD ONE with Lily Collias announces the arrivals of an exciting new voice and a talented new actress. Without ever being boring, it takes its time to introduce a conflict and is all the more satisfying afterwards because of it. The Seattle International Film Festival selection will be in US theaters this August.
Un Amor
Isabel Coixet’s UN AMOR is an imperfect film that nevertheless captivated me with its unusual story, committed performances from Laia Costa and Hovik Keuchkerian, and the beautiful framing of its scenes. It also has one of the worst landlords in film history. It is in this year’s Seattle International Film Festival lineup.
The Primevals
David Allen’s live action/stop motion hybrid THE PRIMEVALS has finally been completed 24 years after his passing. B-movie and visuals effects fans should have a ball with the imaginative creature design and the cheesy dialogue and storyline. It has a midnight screening at the Seattle International Film Festival and will also be available for streaming.
Food Roots
Michele Josue’s mid-length documentary FOOD ROOTS is about Chicago restaurateur Billy Dec’s trip to Philippines, where he meets relatives and tracks down family recipes. A quick, at times moving, piece that should appeal to foodies and those interested in Filipino culture. It is screening in person and virtually at the Seattle International Film Festival.
Luther: Never Too Much
Dawn Porter’s LUTHER: NEVER TOO MUCH is beautiful and sad. It has a treasure trove of great looking (and sounding) archival material. It starts with Vandross’ upbringing in NYC and covers his time as a backup singer and producer for the likes of David Bowie, Dionne Warwick, and Aretha Franklin and his tremendous solo career. […]
Thelma: Seattle International Film Festival Opening Night
50th edition of Seattle International Film Festival is kicking off with the delightful Opening Night film THELMA. June Squibb does not need any help from Jason Statham and is determined to get her money back from scammers. She is marvelous and Josh Margolin’s directing is slick. It is also great to watch Richard Roundtree one […]