‘Things Heard And Seen’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Things Heard And Seen is a really interesting ghost story, centered around a couple, George (James Norton) and Catherine Claire (Amanda Seyfried) who end up moving to a small town because of George’s new job. Catherine stays at home with her daughter Franny, as her husband goes off to work. There are issues that are shown between the couple early on in … Continue reading ‘Things Heard And Seen’ Review
Hot Docs 2021: ‘It Is Not Over Yet’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi It Is Not Over Yet is an in-depth, emotional journey into the day-to-day rhythm of a controversial nursing home for people with dementia in Denmark. There are many stories that come out of nursing homes that aren’t always positive. There have been very traumatic stories surrounding the treatment of the elderly, especially those suffering from dementia. The documentary highlights, the founding nurse … Continue reading Hot Docs 2021: ‘It Is Not Over Yet’ Review
Hot Docs 2021: ‘Lady Buds’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi Feature documentary, ‘Lady Buds’ follows the widely praised 2016 decision to legalize cannabis in California. And because women are so amazing, there are six women who emerge from the shadows to enter this new commercial industry. These women become farmers and entrepreneurs as they navigate the new legislation put in place. The women who have shaped the foundations of this industry for … Continue reading Hot Docs 2021: ‘Lady Buds’ Review
Amanda’s Picks: Oscars 2021 Predictions
Happy Oscar Sunday everyone! After a very long Oscar season, we are finally ready to award some great films. Truly never thought this season would be over. The work never stops though because we are always planning for the next season. I am very happy for all the nominees this year because there are some films that would normally fly under the radar and now … Continue reading Amanda’s Picks: Oscars 2021 Predictions
‘The Father’ Review
By: Amanda Guarragi The Father written and directed by Florian Zeller dives into the mind of an elderly man suffering with dementia. Anne (Olivia Colman) takes care of her father Anthony (Sir Anthony Hopkins) and begins to notice that he is slipping further away into this illness. She doesn’t know how to care for him properly, so she must find a way to make him … Continue reading ‘The Father’ Review
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