Category: FIlms

The Disappearance of Shere Hite: How Shere Hite Appeared in the Film Director’s Life

November 30, 2023

Nicole Newnham directed and produced “The Disappearance of Shere Hite,” a film that explores the life and activism of Shere Hite, author of “The Hite Report.” The report, published in 1976, was a controversial study on female sexuality that triggered societal uproar. After facing unfair backlash, Hite relocated to Europe, continuing her efforts but never returning to the US. Newnham was inspired to make the film after reading Hite’s obituary, viewing it as a crucial story about preserving progress in women’s rights. … More The Disappearance of Shere Hite: How Shere Hite Appeared in the Film Director’s Life

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Past Lives: An Ode to a Childhood Crush

November 15, 2023

Past Lives, a film by debutant director Celine Song, is receiving favorable reviews. The film is enchanting at many levels: the story, the acting, and the dialogues. It is also a glimpse into South Korean culture versus America, the continent (USA and Canada). Released in January 2023, Past Lives is a romantic drama film by … More Past Lives: An Ode to a Childhood Crush

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Muy Sexy la “Extraña Forma de Vida,” de Almodóvar

October 1, 2023

Por Lupita Franco PeimbertPeriodista Digital de Cultura y Artes (California) – Muy pocos cineastas tienen la capacidad de transformar la repetida historia de un reencuentro, como lo hace el español Pedro Almodóvar en “Strange Way of Life” que podría traducirse como “Extraña Forma de Vida.” El director cuenta, en una película corta, el amorío entre … More Muy Sexy la “Extraña Forma de Vida,” de Almodóvar

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Fire of Love

February 9, 2023

Last night, I watched this film about two French volcanologists who, in love with adventure, lava, and fire, dedicated their life to finding out all about erupting volcanoes —and they filmed almost everything, teaching us what happens with this phenomena. The two scientists also dedicated their life to each other. It is a love story … More Fire of Love

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The Good About “Bad Axe,” Is With The Family

November 29, 2022

David Siev follows his family during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing the effect of Trump’s hate speech and the impact of participating in Black Lives Matter; the documentary also shows the decisions this Asian-Mexican-American family had to make, forced by the COVID-19 closures. They live in Bad Axe, Michigan, which is majorly caucasian, and own a … More The Good About “Bad Axe,” Is With The Family

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Netflix Film: “2 Hearts” Wins the Heart

September 26, 2021

By Lupita Franco Peimbert Almost ready to give up looking for something inspiring on Netflix on a Saturday night, there came 2 Hearts. The story shows the life a young man was supposed to live and a grown-up man who was given another chance. The film was underpromoted that night in late September when I … More Netflix Film: “2 Hearts” Wins the Heart

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Turn Prisons Into Parks and Museums

June 14, 2021

Iranian human rights attorney was sent to prison three years ago, on June 13, 2018. She faces a sentence of 38 years in prison and 148 lashes. Nasrin is a political prisoner. The activist has been asking Iran to change their draconian laws that attempt agains the freedom and well being of women and children. … More Turn Prisons Into Parks and Museums

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