Our editor-in-chief, Hayley Paskevich, gives an overview of the various strands of shorts presented at this year’s Women X Film Festival and shares her thoughts on attending the event.
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REVIEW: ‘Recovery’ (2021) Might Just Be the Medicine the World Needs
Recovery — Mallory Everton and Stephen Meek’s astonishing road trip comedy about the early days of the pandemic — cinematizes the phrase “someday you’ll look back at this and laugh.”
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BFI FLARE REVIEW: ‘Cowboys’ (2021) is an Epic Journey That Tells an Untold Story
Kerrigan has crafted an emotional and epic journey for modern audiences.
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NFF REVIEW: ‘British Mix Vol. 1’ Strand
The Norwich Film Festival British Mix Volume One strand showcases British talent currently working on short film projects.
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NFF REVIEW: ‘Sci-Fi and Fantasy Collection’ Strand
The Norwich Film Festival Sci-Fi and Fantasy Collection showcases short films that explore otherworldly concepts to tell human stories.
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LFF REVIEW: ‘Wolfwalkers’ (2020) is a Stunning, Delightful Animation
Directors Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart, and their army of animators, have crafted a gorgeous 2D animation which tells a riveting story about the friendship of two young girls.
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NYFF REVIEW: ‘I Carry You With Me’ (2020) Tenderly Examines the Price of the American Dream
More than a love story, I Carry You With Me (Te Llevo Conmigo) (2020) tells an immigrant tale of longing and sacrifice. With immense empathy for its characters, this film probes at the myth of the American dream and revels in the melancholy its premise promises.
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LFF REVIEW: ‘Never Gonna Snow Again’ Is As Ambiguous As It Comes
Little reveals itself at times which can make the film feel as if it’s paused in motion rather than moving forward. The mysterious stranger – a plot point as old as time but one that hasn’t ever lost its touch. The concept of mystery is kind of endless, meaning that the setting, character and idea…
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LFF REVIEW: ‘180 Degree Rule’ Begins with Promise that then Disappoints
“180 Degree Rule at times feels like a telling drama about mistrust and deceit, but what lies under the surface is a morally abrupt message.” There is little joy or optimism to take away when watching 180 Degree Rule. In its 83 minutes, it hits at the hardest spots and seems to gradually get worse…
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LFF REVIEW: ‘The Disciple’ Explores the Importance of Musical Culture
The Disciple wants you to look back at your own traditions and disciplines
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