3 Notable Films of the 2021 New York Film Festival
Films thrill us with every emotion imaginable. We look at three notable films of NYFF59: Parallel Mothers, Unclenching the Fist and Hit the Road.
Douglas Laman
Douglas Laman is a life-long movie fan and writer whose works have appeared in outlets ranging from The Mary Sue to FilmDaze to The Spool to ScarleTeen. Douglas is also a writer and director of original plays and short films. Residing both on the Autism spectrum and in Texas, Doug adores pugs, showtunes, Fantastic Mr. Fox and any songs by Carly Rae Jepsen. Having already earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas at Dallas, Douglas Laman is currently pursuing a Master of Visual and Performing Arts degree from the University of Texas at Dallas.
The Lonely yet Connected Worlds of Todd Haynes
This filmmaker’s approach to chronicling loneliness shows an incredible level of thought.
I Like Being Autistic: Discovering the World Through My Own Lens
Even while recognizing the complicated nature of living with autism, I’m keenly aware that autism isn’t a cage that’s kept me from having a fulfilling life.
5 of the Best Movies at Tribeca Film Festival 2021
The Tribeca Film Festival gives independent filmmakers a chance to express their voices and perspectives. Those perspectives have informed 5 of the absolute best titles screened at this year’s festival.
Melancholy Movies Gave Me Comfort When All Felt Lost
Movies can do many wondrous things. Vividly melancholy movies achieve that special thing that films do so well: make viewers feel less alone.
SXSW 2021: Exposing the Toxic Voice in Violet’s Head
It’s time to take a look at films of SXSW 2021, including ‘In the Same Breath’, ‘Violet’, ‘Here Before’ and ‘The Sparks Brothers’.
SXSW 2021: A Hard Look at America’s Troubling Beauty Standards
It’s time to take a look at films of SXSW 2021, including ‘Subjects of Desire’, ‘The Fallout’, and ‘The Spine of Night’.
SXSW 2021: ‘I’m Fine (Thanks for Asking)’ and ‘Introducing, Selma Blair’
It’s time to take a look at films of SXSW 2021, including ‘The Oxy Kingpins’, ‘I’m Fine (Thanks for Asking)’, and ‘Introducing, Selma Blair’.
The Rise and Fall of Digital 3D, a Promising Gamechanger
How did digital 3D go from being a gamechanger to returning to its status as a kitschy gimmick?
Last Days of Sundance 2021: Bumblebees, Blackbeard and Period-Era Romance
While the 2021 Sundance Film Festival is in the rear-view mirror, let’s wrap up this year’s coverage with the seven more bite-sized reviews!