reviews
Cutting-edge films bring Middle East headlines to life
October 11, 2013Last month's Toronto International Film Festival featured, among its 146 world premieres from 70 countries, cutting-edge films from the greater Middle East - the cutting edge of not only technology but coverage of critical world events.
Read moreFrom Mandela to Philomena at Chicago Film Festival
September 24, 2013In its 49th season, the Chicago International Film Festival is the longest-running competitive film festival in North America. With over 150 titles from over 50 countries, there is a wealth of films to choose from for...
Read moreA feast of films from Traverse City Film Festival
August 29, 2013Another film feast for discerning viewers of progressive cinema has come to an end; here's the round up.
Read moreLove, war, and hell in a prison cell
August 14, 2013The Uptown Players, near the Dallas Arts District, are performing "The Kiss of the Spider Woman."
Read moreNew films tell stunning tales of war, greed, love
May 17, 2013More movie reviews from Tribeca Film Festival: greed, love and war on the big screen.
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