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REVIEW: "A Dangerous Method"

****ALERT: Some spoilers****

 

By Rachel Galvin

Director David Cronenberg stays true to his style in "A Dangerous Method." Although the film is focused around philosophies and pontification, his exploration of the transformation of human form in all of its grotesqueness is embodied by Keira Knightley's (Sabina Spielrein) pained and angular contortions. Seen in the first scene as a raving lunatic repressed in a carriage that is…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 29, 2011 at 12:30am — No Comments

REVIEW: "Martha Marcy May Marlene"

BEWARE -- POSSIBLY SPOILERS:

 

By Rachel Galvin

 

It is hard to believe that in such a rustic, peaceful setting that something so wrong could be brewing. This film opens quietly with the sound of nails being pounded, dishes being set upon the table. A family meal with men eating together, followed by women eating together is the first indication that something is a bit amiss. What has gone terribly wrong is revealed piecemeal as the film shifts back and forth from…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 28, 2011 at 12:30am — No Comments

FLIFF-- opening weekend wrap up!

 



 

 

 

 

The Ft. Lauderdale Film Festival kicked off on…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 27, 2011 at 11:30pm — No Comments

UPCOMING--FLIFF celebrity events!

Yes, you missed Beau Bridges, Dennis Haysbert and Penelope Ann Miller, but there are still more celebs coming to FLIFF! And this doesn't even include surprise guests and a plethora of filmmakers from around the world!

  • On Nov. 1, Larry Muller Jr. (U2) will be televised via Skype and receive a Star on the Horizon Award with his film "Man on the Train."

  • On Nov. 8, Piper…
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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 27, 2011 at 11:00pm — No Comments

"Absolution" has table read



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The sci-fi webseries "Absolution" recently had their first table read. The series has already raised over $15,000 toward production through Kickstarter. They plan to begin production in October in the South Florida area. I.S. founder Rachel Galvin is among the many local actors…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 25, 2011 at 11:25pm — No Comments

Indie Film Night

 



  

On Sept. 22, at 8:30 p.m. a special night of indie films was shown at Cinema Paradiso, including two music videos directed by Troy Bernier as well as his film "Planeta Desconocido." The types of films varied widely, including all genres and styles, from documentaries of an artist to a short film about an…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 25, 2011 at 11:23pm — No Comments

FLIFF Unveiled



 On Sept. 22, a crowd of eager cinephiles gathered at the Ft. Lauderdale Hilton (on A1A) to enjoy delicious samplings and a free libation, to mingle and to see FLIFF's poster…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 25, 2011 at 11:21pm — No Comments

"First Orbit - Call To Action"



British University Academic Professor Chris Riley embarks on the second phase of his viral experiential documentary film project "First Orbit" with a new campaign to crowd source translations of the film into as many languages as possible. 



A pioneer in post digital film production and distribution, Riley harnessed the power of crowd sourcing to generate over 1600 premiere screenings for "First Orbit" in more than 130 countries in April this year, making "First Orbit," one…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 25, 2011 at 11:20pm — No Comments

Music video created for "Planeta Desconocido"

Local director heads to an unknown planet to film music video

I.S. founder Rachel Galvin was featured in a Scott Opiela music video (song "Time to Go, The Sacrifice) directed by Troy Bernier of Ginnungagap Filmwerks. The shooting took place on Aug. 14. Galvin played an astronaut running for her life. The song is part of the soundtrack for a fun sci-fi romp called “Planeta Desconocido,” a film guaranteed to be unlike anything…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 24, 2011 at 11:30pm — No Comments

New Studio for teacher

Michael Haney has a new class, teaching Meisner technique at:

6440 Melaleuca Lane

Greenacres, FL 33463

Contact him:…



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Added by Rachel Galvin on October 5, 2011 at 1:06am — No Comments

Winning! Castro does it again!

Congrats to Barbie Castro for winning again. This time for Best Actress at the Buffalo Niagara Film Festival for her film "Conduit." Way to go!

Added by Rachel Galvin on September 25, 2011 at 7:59pm — No Comments

New Florida-based TV show to be seen Worldwide

 

Congratulations to Frank Licari, who is now the host of the worldwide singing competition "Recreating a Legend," which will air in over 80 countries starting Oct. 24. Tagged as "The Olympics meets American Idol," this show features 11 contestants from 11 different counties…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on September 6, 2011 at 12:30am — No Comments

Actor to act in "Gods Behaving Badly"



Local joins A-listers in mainstream movie

Congratulations to Frank Wolf Connell for gaining a role in "Gods Behaving Badly," which stars Christopher Walken and Sharon Stone as Zeus and Aphrodite, who do not live in Mount Olympus, but modern-day London.

The film is…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on September 6, 2011 at 12:16am — No Comments

"Conduit"

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The movie "Conduit," directed by Alyn Darnay, is taking the film festival circuit by storm. The newest accolade goes to actress Barbie Castro who won Best Actress in the NY International Film Festival. Way to go, Barbie! Her movie "Catch 22" will also be seen at the…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on September 5, 2011 at 11:48pm — No Comments

Palm Beach & Miami Film Schools Merge



Note from School Director Jim York: All current and former students at the Palm Beach Film School are welcome at the Miami Film School.  All current staff and teachers of the Palm Beach Film School will continue to work at the Miami Film School.


We look forward to continuing to teach students how to write,…
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Added by Rachel Galvin on September 2, 2011 at 12:52am — No Comments

Want Screen Time?



Be a part of the Open Reel Night on Sept. 22 at 8:30 p.m. at Cinema Paradiso, located at 503 SE 6 St., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. They are looking for films of all types! Every admission purchased comes with a ballot. The top 3 winners will be screened at the Ft. Lauderdale Film Festival this year (Oct. 21-Nov. 11). Plus, every beverage or popcorn…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on September 2, 2011 at 12:51am — No Comments

Techno Expo

The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale’s first annual Techno Expo Conference and Exhibition showcasing the latest in technological equipment and services in photography, video production, digital filmmaking, and support industries. Live demonstrations and workshops will also be offered. Open to vendors, business community and the public. Some complimentary spots still available for interested vendors. When: Friday, September 9th, 2011 from noon-6pm Where: The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale,… Continue

Added by Rachel Galvin on August 31, 2011 at 12:42am — No Comments

Borscht Encore!

Did you miss the Borscht Film Festival this year? Come see what you missed on Aug. 25, 10 p..m. to Aug. 26 at 1 a.m. at O Cinema, 90 NW 29 St., Miami.
Featuring films by Independent Spirit Award nominee Barry Jenkins, Waverly Films, Jillian Mayer, Fro…
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Added by Rachel Galvin on August 19, 2011 at 6:54pm — No Comments

Sci-Fi Spotlight: “Radio Free Albemuth”



John Alan Simon brings Philip K. Dick's vision to life…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on August 19, 2011 at 6:30pm — No Comments

"Killing of a Japanese Booking" premiered



Donna Gordon, pictured in middle, who played Margo in the original Cult Classic "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie," makes a cameo in the new reinvention "The Killing of a Japanese Bookie" as the mom of Burlesque dancer Margo (Tracey…

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Added by Rachel Galvin on August 18, 2011 at 7:00pm — No Comments

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