What to make of ‘Suspiria’ remake? First stills from Amazon Studios offer potential clues
What to make of the upcoming (November 2, 2018) Suspiria remake?
Well, I guess you can at least be thankful it's not another overblown Hollywood blockbuster super hero movie. Then again, it is traversing hallowed ground. Though I'm intrigued by the prospect of a modernized version of Dario Argento's seminal...
‘Tully’ Film Review: Charlize Theron delivers moving portrayal of overwhelmed mother
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 period.
As part of this annual celebration of film, Charlize Theron was honored at the Castro Theater before the showing of her new film, Tully....
Navigating the trauma of foster care in ‘Night Comes On’
Directed by Jordana Spiro, Night Comes On had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival. And it was also an official selection of the San Francisco International Film Festival.
How child survivors cope with family violence and navigate the additional trauma of foster care is the subject of this...
Filipino food has finally arrived: First time director’s documentary reminds us why (Review)
Value what your mom made you.
SFFILM Golden Gate Award Winners: ‘Scary Mother’, ‘City of the Sun’, ‘Distant Barking of Dogs’ and more
Organizers of the 2018 San Francisco International Film Festival have announced this year's winners. At an event held at The Lab, Golden Gate Awards (GGA) and $40,000 in prize money were handed out to filmmakers.
Ana Urushadze won new directors award in the fiction category for Scary Mother.
A special jury...
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 platform. Some people watch them on televisions. But many more watch them on laptops, smartphones and other streaming-compatible devices. So is it "TV" or a...
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 period.
As part of this annual celebration of film, actress Charlize Theron was honored at the Castro Theater in San Francisco before the showing of her...
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 runs March 21-25, 2018. As you can imagine, adding the Sonoma backdrop and wines to an impressive list of films is a surefire formula for success.
You...
‘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 life where financial wealth outweighs other concerns.
