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About Jeffery Berg

Jeffery Berg, a writer who lives in Jersey City, NJ, is a frequent guest on the Retro Movie Love Podcast. His poetry has appeared in various journals, and his film writing can also be found on AwardsWatch and on his blog, jdbrecords.com.

Bread & Roses

A stark and unflinching portrayal of resilience amid oppression.

By |November 21st, 2024|Documentary|0 Comments
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Sabbath Queen

A serious, soul-searching documentary exploring the continuous burdens and evolving faith of a queer rabbi.

By |November 21st, 2024|Documentary|0 Comments
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Heretic

In an against-type performance, Hugh Grant is foreboding and unsettling as a disturbing villain.

By |November 7th, 2024|Horror, Thriller|0 Comments
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Dusty & Stones

Two cousins/country artists from Swaziland land in America in this heartening documentary.

By |November 4th, 2024|Documentary, Top Picks|0 Comments
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A New Kind of Wilderness

A sensitively drawn, intimate family portrait.

By |October 25th, 2024|Documentary|0 Comments
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The Shrouds | NYFF 2024

David Cronenberg’s sci-fi noir has a brilliant concept at its core.

By |October 24th, 2024|Festivals, Sci-fi|0 Comments
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Piece by Piece

The life and career of musician Pharrell Williams, relayed entirely through animated Legos.

By |October 10th, 2024|Music|0 Comments
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My Old Ass

A tender, occasionally aching film, with an appealing cast and pretty locations.

By |September 20th, 2024|Comedy|0 Comments
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A Different Man

Adam Schimberg’s atmospheric film is a winding ride, peppered with black comedy and ambiguity.

By |September 19th, 2024|Comedy, Top Picks|0 Comments
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