As a hardcore gamer and avid movie buff, I can’t contain my excitement for this year’s Fantasia International Film Festival! With its unique blend of horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and action movies from around the world, there’s no better place to be for genre fans like me. Kicking off on July 18 and running through August … Read more
As a long-time fan of classic rock and roll, I can’t help but feel angry and disappointed when I hear stories like this one about The Runaways and Rush. I have grown up listening to these bands, and it saddens me that during the 1970s, the all-female band The Runaways didn’t receive the respect they … Read more
As a movie critic with a background in African cinema and a deep appreciation for the unique stories that emerge from the continent, I’m thrilled to see the 12th Silwerskerm film festival lineup embracing both laughter and depth this year. In this year’s 12th Silwerskerm film festival, comedy takes center stage with an impressive lineup … Read more
Welcome to Talking Movies, I’m Spling. This week we embark on the final episode of Remembering Barry, with an exciting announcement. So, Albertus, it is just wonderful to see you as always, and our friendship endures. We are speaking about Remembering Barry, and the series now has a bonus episode, because we are here to … Read more
As a passionate film enthusiast, I have been eagerly anticipating the release of Julia von Heinz’s latest offering, “Treasure.” Having followed von Heinz’s career since her early works like “And Tomorrow the Entire World” and “Hanna’s Journey,” I am always intrigued by her unique perspective on complex societal issues. As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled … Read more
Welcome to Talking Movies. This week we begin episode one of ‘The Lion King Legacy: A Conversation with Mark Henn’, one of the most prolific and respected animators in the industry and a leading figure within hand-drawn animation at Disney since 1980. I’m quite a big fan of yours, you know, looking at your filmography. … Read more
As a film enthusiast with a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling, I am in awe of Charlenè Brouwer‘s latest work, “Good Boy,” a poignant short psychological drama that showcases her versatility as a filmmaker. Her personal connection to the story is palpable; the idea for this film was born from an encounter she … Read more
As a lifelong movie enthusiast with a deep appreciation for both the art and craft of filmmaking, I have witnessed the evolution of visual effects over the decades with a mixture of awe and concern. Having grown up with the original Star Wars trilogy, I was captivated by George Lucas’ groundbreaking use of visual effects … Read more
Welcome to Talking Movies. This week we begin episode two of ‘The Lion King Legacy: A Conversation with Mark Henn’, one of the most prolific and respected animators in the industry and a leading figure within hand-drawn animation at Disney since 1980. I was listening to an interview where you were talking about some of … Read more
As a seasoned film enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I can’t help but feel both exhilarated and dismayed by the democratization of film criticism in today’s digital age. Having grown up in the era of print media, I fondly remember the days when the voice of film critics carried significant … Read more