‘On Becoming a Guinea Fowl’
A pertinent fact about the little-known African bird known as the guinea fowl is that they have a unique, loud …
‘Damned Old People’ (‘Viejos Malditos’) and ‘Arranca’
To most of us, an inconsolable loss is something from which recovery may often be next to impossible. The pain …
’23 Hours’ (’23 Horas’) and ‘Sertão 2138’
Movies about alternate realities and the multiverse have become increasingly common in recent years, as seen in films like “Everything …
‘Quadrilateral’ (‘Cuadrilátero’)
Minimalism is a filmmaking style that most moviegoers either love or hate. Admittedly, it’s not one of my favorites, as …
‘There’s Still Tomorrow’ (‘C’è ancora domani’)
Employing an alternative approach in making a statement can be quite a daunting challenge. That’s particularly true when it comes …
‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’
Recapturing the past may be an enticing, seductive prospect, especially when it involves revisiting pleasant memories of days gone by …
‘Eric LaRue’
When a terrible domestic tragedy strikes a seemingly “normal” family, how do its members pick up the pieces and carry …
‘The Business Women’s Club’ (‘O Clube das Mulheres de Negócios’) and ‘Paris 70’
When a film tries to cover too much territory, it’s often doomed to failure. And such is the case with …
‘Black Dog’ (‘Gouzhen’)
Many films about the special relationship between man and his four-legged best friend have been made over the years, and …
