Film Review: The Room Next Door

Film Review: The Room Next Door
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he Room Next Door is certainly going to be an essential viewing for Almodóvar aficionados, and it’s a dramatically ambitious film. … read more

Film Review: Better Man

Film Review: Better Man
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Better Man is a somewhat uneven mix of daring ideas and by-the-numbers filmmaking, but it comes together to do what it sets out to do. … read more

God Never Spoke, Only Beast: The Biblical Desperation of Beast Games

God Never Spoke, Only Beast: The Biblical Desperation of Beast...
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Join me as I sit down in a crowded theatre of disqualified contestants as we boggle at the multi-fixed dangling-key spectacle that is Beast Games. … read more

Behind The Seams: The Weird and Wonderful World of McGrew Studios

Behind The Seams: The Weird and Wonderful World of McGrew...
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When I ask about Jennifer McGrew’s job title, she slides me a glittery business card that reads “Director of Disguises.”  … read more

The Saltiest Pseudo-Saints of Secondhand Screenings

The Saltiest Pseudo-Saints of Secondhand Screenings
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There have to be more features with Utahn cultural significance that fly under the radar. Well, if there’s anything I’ve learned when uncovering forgotten cinema: When in doubt, book a trip to Deseret Industries. … read more

Provo To Omaha To Park City: Cole Webley and Paul Meyers’ Road to Sundance

Provo To Omaha To Park City: Cole Webley and Paul...
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Omaha is an extraordinary film that’s poised to be one of the standout premieres in the U.S. Dramatic Competition. … read more

It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley: Producing a Passion Project

It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley: Producing a Passion Project
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It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley directed by Amy Berg was first conceived in 2007, and it marks the fifth Sundance appearance for Berg. … read more

Black, Bold & Brilliant: A Space for Filmmakers

Black, Bold & Brilliant: A Space for Filmmakers
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With the film industry being largely dominated by white men, Black, Bold & Brilliant is aiming to highlight Black experiences while supporting Black filmmakers. … read more

Le Salon Des Refusés Vivra: Slamdance Will Live On

Le Salon Des Refusés Vivra: Slamdance Will Live On
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“Slamdance is a festival for filmmakers, by filmmakers,” Baxter says. “Once you’re in, you can never really leave.” … read more

Mental Healthy F.i.T: Community Through Creative Communication

Mental Healthy F.i.T: Community Through Creative Communication
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Mental Healthy F.i.T. has found film to be a good medium for people to talk about their experiences. … read more