By: Amanda Guarragi There has always been something special about New York City on Saturday nights. Whether going out on the town or staying in, the media has always made the “Big Apple” appealing with the city’s bright lights. Nighttime in New York means an endless world of possibilities and a never-ending night that is bound to end up as a story. Fifty seasons ago, … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Saturday Night’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Once in a while, there is one incredibly ambitious film that will be polarizing for audiences. The Cannes Palm d’Or winner Emilia Perez, directed by Jacques Audiard, is that film for 2024. There is no way to prepare anyone for the journey they’re about to go on with Audiard. The synopsis does not do the film justice. Thomas Bidegain, Nicolas Livecchi and … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Emilia Perez’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi The Catholic Church has been one of the most influential institutions for centuries. An institution such as this one often has traditional ideologies underlying systemic cycles. People frequently turn to their faith to find solace when facing hardships. Unfortunately, no one knows what goes on behind the doors of the Vatican. But to say there isn’t any form of corruption within the … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Conclave’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Anora, written and directed by Sean Baker, is a sexy and devastating coming-of-age film for those in their early twenties. The transition of this decade of life has had some crucial and formative years. Anora (Mikey Madison) is a young woman who is confident and sure of herself. She’s resilient and forthright. The opening of Anora explores her character working at a … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Anora’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Women do not get enough credit for everything that we do. Women go through more stages than men do. Our life is altered during adolescence because of menstruation; society’s beauty standards affect us more because of the idealized view of perfection, and then there’s a pregnancy that no one can prepare us for. Pregnancy and motherhood are by far the most traumatizing … Continue reading TIFF ’24: ‘Nightbitch’ Review
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