The less you know about Dear Mr. Brody, the better, but here are the basics: In October 1969, Michael James Brody Jr. turned 21 and inherited his fortune as the oleomargarine heir—an unlimited sum, Brody told reporters. Three months later, … Continue reading DEAR MR. BRODY
Located in Berkeley, California, Herb Permillion III took over typewriter retail and repair shop California Typewriter more than 30 years ago. The following year, Apple released the personal computer. But Permillion wasn’t deterred. He and longtime repairman Ken Alexander believe … Continue reading CALIFORNIA TYPEWRITER
Shot on location in Puerto Rico, The Vessel is set in a town so ensconced in the aftermath of a tragedy the women wear only black. Ten years ago, a tidal wave struck the seaside village’s elementary school, killing all the children … Continue reading THE VESSEL
Mexico City is home to 9 million souls, but the government operates fewer than 45 ambulances to aid them in times of need. To fill the gap, an entire underground industry of for-profit ambulances has cropped up. None are regulated, … Continue reading MIDNIGHT FAMILY
At the turn of the 20th century, vast majorities of the planet remained undiscovered for those restless ones who couldn’t possibly imagine a life spent behind a desk or in a factory. If they had the notion and sufficient funding, … Continue reading SUNSHINE SUPERMAN
As the Confucian proverb goes: “Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.” Unfortunately for Stephanie Patrick (Blake Lively), she’s going to need more than two to get through this. Three years ago, her family was killed … Continue reading THE RHYTHM SECTION
If ever there was a word to describe Fred Rogers—the host of the long-running PBS show, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood—it would be “kind.” Not a word you hear a lot these days. I suppose that’s why so many look back and think … Continue reading WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?
Patrick’s Day is writer/director Terry McMahon’s second feature (his first, 2011’s Charlie Casanova, was never distributed in the U.S.), and this Irish drama follows Patrick (Moe Dunford), a 26-year-old schizophrenic out celebrating his birthday with his mother, Maura (Kerry Fox). Patrick wanders away … Continue reading PATRICK’S DAY
I Believe in Unicorns follows Davina (Natalia Dyer), a 16-year-old girl who is single-handedly taking care of her mother, Toni (played by the director’s mother, Toni Meyerhoff), bound to a wheelchair due to multiple sclerosis. But as earthbound as Toni is, … Continue reading I BELIEVE IN UNICORNS
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