Shane Slater
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NYFF: The Old Man of Belem, The Princess of France, Two Days One Night & Heaven...
My third day at the New York Film Festival was another busy one with 3 features and 1 short film. Check out my thoughts on "The Old Man of Belem", "The... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
NYFF: Inherent Vice
Today the New York Film Festival was buzzing in anticipation of the world premiere of Paul Thomas Anderson's "Inherent Vice". Read on for my thoughts on his... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
NYFF: Red Army, Mr. Turner & The Wonders
Film Actually's 2014 NYFF experience began today with a trio of screenings - "Red Army", "Mr. Turner" and "The Wonders". Read below for my thoughts on these... Read more
Posted on 04 October 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
NYFF: Preview
I don't know how the time went so fast but somehow the New York Film Festival is back and I'll be making my return tonight. Over the next few days (Oct 3-6),... Read more
Posted on 02 October 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Obvious Child
This week's top pick is an unlikely comedy about a very serious topic. That topic is abortion and it's what Donna Stern (Jenny Slate) wants in "Obvious Child",... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: 8 Mile
When it was announced back in 2002 that Eminem was set to star in a loosely autobiographical film called "8 Mile", I must admit that I dismissed it as a vanity... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Cantinflas
The biopic is a genre that has come under much scrutiny from cinephiles over the years. For some, it’s cherished for its reliably inspiring design. Read more
Posted on 20 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: To Kill A Man
We all have a breaking point. For some, it could come from merely an insult. For others, it takes years of injustice. In a civilized society, most people would... Read more
Posted on 15 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: The Little Bedroom
Stéphanie Chuat and Véronique Reymond's "The Little Bedroom" is a film with death on its mind. In its first scene, a Swiss man explains his upcoming emigration... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
COMING SOON: New York Film Festival
The Film Society of Lincoln Center proudly presents the 52nd annual New York Film Festival and guess who'll be going? That's right, I'll be heading up to the... Read more
Posted on 13 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
A ROTTEN TOMATO: Borgman
It's that time of year again, when all the snobs complain about the "Oscar bait" films being unleashed at the various fall festivals. Read more
Posted on 11 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: When Harry Met Sally...
My top pick this week is Rob Reiner's "When Harry Met Sally...", a small romcom that turned into one of the most interesting success stories. Read more
Posted on 09 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
OLDIE GOLDIES: Gone With The Wind (1939)
Vivien Leigh with her Best Actress Oscar"Oldie Goldies" returns with a bang this week, as we shine a spotlight on "Gone With The Wind". Read more
Posted on 04 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT: The Matrix
This season of Hit me with your best shot sadly comes to a close this week, as we take a look back at a seminal sci-fi film "The Matrix". Read more
Posted on 02 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: Starred Up
This week's top pick is an acclaimed British drama that finally made its way across the pond - "Starred Up". Set in a UK prison, this unsparing film is most... Read more
Posted on 02 September 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
REVIEW: Ida
After years of working in the British film industry, Polish director Pawel Pawlikowski returned to his homeland to direct the post-World War II drama Ida. Read more
Posted on 30 August 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
#FF Fall/Winter Previews, Quentin Tarantino and More...
As you may or may not know, I recently joined the team at The Awards Circuit. We've got lots of great writers over there and recently we all came together for a... Read more
Posted on 30 August 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
AAFCA Announces Its 2015 Special Achievement Award Winners
The African American Film Critics Association has just announced the dates for their 2015 Awards Ceremony as well as the recipients of Special Achievement... Read more
Posted on 28 August 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
COMING SOON: The Oscar Slate
The summer gave us it's fair share of cinematic thrills this year but we cinephiles know that most likely, the best is still to come. Read more
Posted on 28 August 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES -
HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT: Gone With The Wind (part 2)
Welcome to part 2 of this special edition of Hit me with your best shot. This week we looked at the second half of "Gone with the Wind". Read more
Posted on 26 August 2014 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES