Kedi and Get Out, film reviews
Kedi is a Turkish documentary (kedi is Turkish for cats) about the stray cats of Istanbul, and a love letter to that exotic city.
Scientology, Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief, a film review
Gibney interviews eight former Scientologists, including Paul Haggis (director of Crash), about their involvement, growing disenchantment, and finally, separation. Three of those interviewed held senior leadership positions.
A Review of 2017 Oscar Nominated Short Films
Even dedicated film fans are often stumped at the Academy Awards when it comes to the 'short films' categories. When and where are they ever shown, and who has the…
Edward Snowden’s Story as Re-told on Film
Although Snowden may have been mentioned in previous works, his story has never been explored in the realm of dramatization. That changes with the release of Oliver Stone’s sure-to-be-controversial film,…
Eliana Lopez’s Voice No Longer Silent in ‘What is the Scandal?’
Eliana Lopez, the wife of San Francisco Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi, presented her new play ‘What Is the Scandal? / ¿Cuál es el Escándalo?’ to an ovation-standing audience of media professionals…
Iranyi Publishes Book of Pre-Earthquake Arg-E-Bam Photos
The ruined, historic city of Bam is located in southeastern Iran. It is made entirely of mud bricks, clay, straw, and the trunks of palm trees. The city was originally…
Hemorrhage: An Ablution of Hope and Despair is Keefer’s Magnum Opus
Two years off hip-replacement surgery and just beginning her 7th decade, Dance Brigade's Krissy Keefer has reached a pinnacle with her latest tour de force: Hemorrhage: An Ablution of Hope…