Every year, the Australian-based online quarterly, Senses of Cinema, invites writers from all over the globe to submit their selections for the best movies of the year—including those seen for the first time regardless of the year of release. As I … Continue reading SENSES OF CINEMA: 2021 World Cinema Poll
On this week’s edition of After Image, I chat with Metro Arts’ producer Veronica Straight-Lingo about two World War II dramas: Dara of Jasenovic (now playing in select theaters) and The Ascent (available now on Blu-ray and DVD from The … Continue reading
Great movies don’t require a signature shot, but it helps when they have one. What would Vertigo be without that dizzying dolly zoom? The Godfather without the door closing on Kay? The Graduate without Benjamin Braddock trapped in the crook of Mrs. Robinson’s leg? They are … Continue reading THE ASCENT (Восхождение)
Michael J. Cinema 