For fans of Broadchurch, Gracepoint will be familiar. For new viewers just tuning into the story now, they’ll see a show brimming with a wealth of talented actors, an interesting premise, but some hollow emotions, backdropped by an effortlessly lovely…
Ally’s Movie Review: American Hustle
I didn’t enjoy this movie. I’ll preface what I’m about to say by making sure it’s known that I didn’t think it was a bad film–there was nothing laughable about it, the acting was solid and the writing got us…
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…
Interview: Michael Peña talks about GANGSTER SQUAD!
I had the chance to sit down with Michael Peña to talk about Gangster Squad in Miami. Michael is one of my favorite Latino actors, so I was very pleased with the opportunity to talk to him about his character in…
Oscar Buzz: The Most Deserving Unsung Performances
This year has been a strong year in film, allowing a plethora of heartbreaking, illuminating and awe inspiring performances. I’ve already spoken about Beasts of the Southern Wild’s Quvenzhané Wallis and Dwight Henry, but who else deserve award attention and…
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…
Interview: Michael Peña & Director David Ayer Talk ‘End of Watch’
Growing up in a blue-collar neighborhood in Chicago, I was surrounded by people who were police officers, firemen, etc. But the thing was… I hardly ever saw them on-duty, or even in uniform. To me, they were hard-working people, just…