Barakah Meets Barakah | Toronto 2016
By Kent Turner September 16, 2016
One of the more pointedly political (and funny) Middle Eastern films to play the festival circuit of late.
Festivals
Lion | TIFF 2016
By Kent Turner September 15, 2016
Pint-sized powerhouse Sunny Pawar wins the hearts and tears ducts of the audience. He’s a tough act to follow.
Souvenir | Toronto 2016
By Kent Turner September 10, 2016
Isabelle Huppert is having a singular career. She appeared in three films this year in Toronto, including this lighter-than-air musical melodrama.
The Commune | Toronto 2016
By Kent Turner September 8, 2016
Based in part on director Thomas Vinterberg’s experiences growing up in a Copenhagen commune during the 1970s and ’80s and featuring a great performance by actress Trine Dyrholm.
Toronto 2016 Preview | Early Picks
By Kent Turner September 5, 2016
A guide to navigate through the Toronto International Film Festival’s labyrinth of choices.
Japan Cuts 2016
By Christopher Bourne July 31, 2016
This essential festival celebrated the richness and diversity to be found in current Japanese filmmaking and offered an especially eclectic and challenging selection.
Ten Years | New York Asian Film Festival
By Phil Guie July 22, 2016
A film anthology that ran afoul of the Chinese government during its theatrical run and, despite strong box office, disappeared abruptly until it found a second life.
Captain Fantastic | Cannes 2016
By Kent Turner July 15, 2016
Family friction plus quirky culture clashes plus road trip nearly equals Little Miss Sunshine.
Highlights of the New York Asian Film Festival 2016
By Christopher Bourne July 4, 2016
The city’s premier showcase of the latest and greatest from international film festivals celebrates its 15th anniversary by continuing what it does best: highlighting the richness to be found in Asian cinema.