There’s a lid for every pot, but what happens when the lid is lost? That’s what happens in “The Queen…
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Drama
‘The Queen of My Dreams’ BFI Flare Review: A Tale of Lost Lids and Love that Transcends
Drama
Review: ‘Hamdardi’ is an Empathy-Laden Short Commenting on the 2017 U.S. Travel Ban
I’ve watched three films now written, directed, and/or produced by Ashley Tabatabi. The first was “Falsified,” a moving tale about…
Action
Review: ‘Khuda Haafiz,’ an Action Flick that is a Masterclass in Prioritizing Substance Over Style
In “Khuda Haafiz” newlywed Sameer (Vidyut Jammwal) travels all the way from India to the fictional country of Noman when…
Independent
Exclusive Interview: In Conversation with Michael Støen and Ariel McMillion About Their Conversation-Starting Film, ‘The Intimate Touch’
Films that wrap up neatly end at the theatre; ones that ask questions instead of providing answers begin when the…
Drama
Review: ‘The Intimate Touch’ a Empathy-Laden Attempt at Bridging the Sexes, Religion, and Things In-Between
“The Intimate Touch” is an independent short written and directed by Ariel McMillion and Michael Støen. At 19 minutes, it…
Drama
Review: ‘Mr. & Mrs. Iver’ a Cinematic Gem that Addresses Riots, Islamophobia, and Casteism in India
“Mr and Mrs Iver” is a timeless movie that shows viewers that not much has changed in India since the…
Movie Review
A Most Wanted Man (R)
“We wait and see,” says spy, Günther in between cigarette smoke. “What have we seen?” A telephoned voice replies. “Enough…