The 2019 Sundance Film Festival announced the short films, indie episodics, and special events programming as we close in on the winter film festival. There’s a few that have me super excited to see during my Sundance coverage. These include Bootstrapped, Old Haunt, and Work In Progress. Kim Yutani, the Festival’s Director of Programming, said “Our newly-expanded programming team took in a full spectrum of human experience across genres and formats in creating this year’s…
"Sundance 2019: Shorts, Indie Episodics, Special Events"Category: Movies
In presenting the Solzy Awards for Documentaries, this year has proven to be the toughest year ever. It’s so tough that I’m not issuing just one award as I’ve done in years past. As you can see from many of the below winners, Sundance truly kicked off the Year of the Documentary. While it tends to be the case every year, this year proved to be harder than most. I wish I could honor every film…
"The Solzy Awards for Documentaries in 2018"
The Sundance Film Festival has announced the lineup of feature films for the 2019 installment to take place January 24 – February 3, 2019 in Park City. There were 112 feature films announced today to screen during the festival. Of these 102 of them (91%) will be world premieres. There were 24 films supported by the Sundance Institute by way of granting or a lab. According to the festival, these films represent 33 countries and 45…
"Sundance 2019: Feature Lineup Announced"
The Slamdance Film Festival announced the lineup of feature films to screen over the course of the film festival in Park City, Utah. The Slamdance Film Festival will be celebrating their 25th anniversary in 2019. There will be 20 feature films screening in competition, including 11 narratives and 9 documentaries. In all, the festival will play host to 10 World, 4 North American, and 4 U.S. premieres. “When it comes to discovering talent, Slamdance has…
"Slamdance 2019: Feature Lineup Announced" I’m changing it up this year with how I present my awards and as such, I’m presenting the Solzy Awards for Short Films prior to the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. It’s been a great year for film. When it comes to short films, I’ve seen some films that have blown me away. I’ve seen some films that I don’t think that anyone could have possibly imagined. Without any further adieu, here are the winners of this…
"The Solzy Awards for Short Films"
Both Blindspotting and Crazy Rich Asians arrive on Blu-ray and DVD today. The home media release comes just days ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday deals. Blindspotting was the very first film that I saw this past year upon arriving in Park City for the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. I knew it was a special film as soon as the credits finished rolling. If you missed the film in theaters, the release offers…
"Blindspotting, Crazy Rich Asians arrive on Blu-ray"
While Incredibles 2 is currently available through digital means, the physical copies will be available for fans to purchase on November 6, 2018. The bonus features may vary by retailer. There are a few shorts that are exclusively solely to the digital copy. If you purchase the physical media, you can still watch by registering the code on Movies Anywhere. BONUS FEATURES (may vary by retailer) Digital Exclusives: The Coolest Guy in Show Business –…
"Incredibles 2 comes home"
Susanna Fogel’s female-led spy action comedy, The Spy Who Dumped Me, is available to take home on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (plus Blu-ray and Digital), Blu-ray Combo Pack (plus DVD and Digital), DVD, and On Demand. The film has been available to rent and purchase on Digital since October 16, 2018. Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon star in this hysterical comedy that takes us across the pond. While my review speaks for itself, I hope…
"The Spy Who Dumped Me is On Blu-ray/DVD"
Marvel Studios’ Ant-Man and The Wasp arrived on home video after this summer’s palette-cleansing theatrical release. There’s a wealth of bonus content available with this fall’s home release. I prefer holding the physical media in my hands but that’s just me. BONUS MATERIAL (may vary by retailer): Blu-ray & Digital: Director’s Intro by Peyton Reed – The talented creator behind some of Marvel Studios’ funniest and most charming films will invite home audiences deeper into the…
"Ant-Man and The Wasp Hits Home Video"
The Chicago International Film Festival honored actress Carey Mulligan with an Artistic Achievement Award in connection with the Centerpiece screening of Wildlife. Prior to the screening, Mulligan and festival founder/CEO Michael Kutza posed for photos on the red carpet. The actress also took questions from select press before the screening. The festival would formally present the award after the screening. The actress received several Oscar nominations for her breakout role of Jenny in An Education. …
"Chicago Film Festival Honors Carey Mulligan with Tribute"