Possessor, A New Cronenberg Arrives

During a partial lockdown my only entertainment is sitting in the living room in front of a screen. I got a screener link to Possessor. I knew a few details about the film from social media. The jarring one sheet poster meant this is a not a mainstream film.  Brandon Cronenberg is an apple who did… Continue reading Possessor, A New Cronenberg Arrives

“Collective” Indicts

After weeks of covering the build up to the US Presidential election then the actual voting and ensuing chaos I was in no mood for a heavy documentary. I got the screener for “Collective” from the press agency. My first impulse was to write my press contact to pass on the viewing. The past few… Continue reading “Collective” Indicts

Directors Notes on “SAMP”

An interview with film directors Flavia Mastrella and Antonio Rezza from the Venice Film Festival.   1.This is your sixth feature film in a 30-year career that has encompassed Television, shorts and medium-length films. How difficult is it nowadays to get a film financed?  Flavia: “Escoriandoli” (our first movie) was the only film we shot… Continue reading Directors Notes on “SAMP”

Venice Film Festival-Length

Lengths  One intriguing entry into the Venice competition program this year is Lahi, Hayop (Genus, Pan) by Lavrente Indico Diaz (better known as Lav Diaz). Those already familiar with the work of the Filipino director will know he is synonymous with slow contemplative cinema. His earlier films Evolution of a Filipino Family (2004) is ten hours… Continue reading Venice Film Festival-Length

Venice Film Fest 2020

The Shorts  Along with the more high-profile feature films, we should not overlook the short film entries in Venice.  I commend those that have been selected.  The short film competition in Venice has programmed a total of twelve entries this year.  The selection represents all regions of the world except South America.  Si  Two further… Continue reading Venice Film Fest 2020

I finally saw Skywalker

I saw the latest Star Wars film: Rise of Skywalker. I know the film has been out for a while. Contributing to the discusion seems pointless. The Rotten Tomatoes reviews are right.  Episode 5  Once again I ask the fallback question: How does it compare to The Empire Strikes Back? At 2 hours 23 minutes,… Continue reading I finally saw Skywalker