A talent scout brings a young singer to São Paulo, intent on introducing her to a renowned conductor. As they wait for the day of the audition, they stay in a hotel room where, between coffee and cigarettes, the scout foresees the singer’s future in the cigarette pack warnings as if they were tarot cards.Continue reading “Stillborn – 2011”
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Balgandharva – 2011
Balgandharva, the eminent towering singer from the bygone golden era of Marathi “sangeet natak” (musical dramas) definitely deserved some modern celluloid space. This film does well to document his life, the younger generation who is unaware of his charisma will get to know him. The film chronicles his life , his acting career well. ItContinue reading “Balgandharva – 2011”
That’s What I Am – 2011
A coming-of-age story that follows 12-year-old Andy Nichol, a bright student who, like most kids his age, will do anything to avoid conflict for fear of suffering overwhelming ridicule and punishment from his junior high school peers. Director : Michael Pavone|Samuel W. Sullivan Cast : Alex Hardee|Amy Madigan|Chase Ellison|Daniel Yelsky|Ed Harris|Jordan Reynolds|Molly Parker|Randy Orton|Renwick D.Continue reading “That’s What I Am – 2011”
The Little Bedroom – 2011
One day, a bad fall forces Edmond to accept Rose’s help. Eventually, the two grow closer. The young woman finds relief in confiding painful memories to the older man; things she cannot even bring herself to tell her husband. Meanwhile, Edmond, too, opens up, sharing recollections of his beloved wife. Director : Stéphanie Chuat|Véronique ReymondContinue reading “The Little Bedroom – 2011”
Bastard – 2011
The nine-year-old Nikolas has been missing for days. The criminal psychologist Claudia Meinert notices contradictions in her conversation with the parents of the missing child. In particular Nikolas’ mother appears to be hiding something. When a video of the missing Nikolas surfaces, showing him tied up in a cellar, the trail leads to his school.Continue reading “Bastard – 2011”
Roomless – 2011
Wai (Tiny Gary) is a film school graduate who has lost everything in post-1997 Hong Kong. Out of despair and anger, the cynical young man decided to live entirely off government allowance, leading a lonely, trashy life in a rented room of 100 square feet. Seven years have passed in a blink. This fateful year,Continue reading “Roomless – 2011”
Dona Sônia Pediu Uma Arma Para Seu Vizinho Alcides – 2011
Dona Sônia seeks revenge for the death of her only son. Director : Gabriel Martins Cast : Genre : Crime|Drama Release Date : 1/1/2011 Country :
The Iron Lady – 2011
A look at the life of Margaret Thatcher, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, with a focus on the price she paid for power. Director : Phyllida Lloyd|Sue Hills Cast : Alexandra Roach|Alice da Cunha|Anthony Stewart Head|Harry Lloyd|Iain Glen|Jim Broadbent|Meryl Streep|Phoebe Waller-Bridge|Susan Brown|Victoria Bewick Genre : Drama|History Release Date : 12/30/2011 Country :Continue reading “The Iron Lady – 2011”
The Strange Thing About the Johnsons – 2011
A dark domestic melodrama/satire about the ties that bind and the ties that really bind. Director : Ari Aster Cast : Angela Bullock|Billy Mayo|Brandon Greenhouse|Carlon Jeffery|Connie Jackson Genre : Comedy|Drama Release Date : 1/22/2011 Country : United States
Mesnak – 2011
Dave, an urban aboriginal in his early twenties, is a Montreal actor. His adoption at the age of 3 has erased all memory of his Native culture. When he receives his first-ever contact with his biological mother through a photo in the mail, Dave leaves for Kinogamish, the reserve where he was born. The reunionContinue reading “Mesnak – 2011”