Little Men reaches a dramatic peak in the evolution, or more suitably the “maturation” for director Ira Sachs, whose fondness for New York City is matched only by his fondness for its inhabitants. The first of his distinctly New York…
Sundance And Me: ‘Little Men,’ ‘Lo And Behold,’ ‘Dazed And Confused’
Before I get to know someone, I am awkward, distant, and some might say pretentious. I’m constantly concerned with what others think of me. I try to impress rather than connect. Before embarking on a 20-hour trek with another Vancouver…
Los Angeles Film Festival Review: ‘Love is Strange’
Ben and George have been together for nearly forty years, but it’s only thanks to New York’s recent Marriage Equality Act that they are able to get married. But the legal protection of their union doesn’t shield the pair from discrimination…
2014 Tribeca Film Festival: Love Is Strange
In the New York Premiere of the narrative film Love Is Strange, Ira Sachs shines in his writing and directing of the challenges faced by two mature gay men, played by Alfred Molina and John Lithgow. Ben (Lithgow) and George…
The 28th Film Independent Spirit Awards Winners
The 28th Film Independent Spirit Awards ceremony took place this afternoon (and will air tonight on IFC at 10p ET/PT). It’s considered the “Oscars” for independent film and is usually one of my favorite awards of the season because it…
Oscar Buzz: The 28th Film Independent Spirit Awards Nominations Are Here!
Last night, the Gothams awarded some of this year’s best indies, giving us a good idea of which independent films will be serious contenders for Oscar season. Now, just announced are the 28th Film Independent Spirit Awards nominees. I guess…