Lingui, the Sacred Bonds (2021): One of Best Films (thus far) of 21th Century

Mubi A young woman (Rihane Khalil Alio) finds herself with child, but who the father? She wants an abortion, which, home country of Chad, is forbidden by law. Her mom (Achouackh Abakar Souleymane), familiar with unwanted pregnancies or the social-pariah status that comes with it, is determined to help her by any means, even at […]

Another Round: Movie Endings, Music (“What a Life” by Scarlet Pleasure)

Blasting over the top is this Danish pop-rap track, which has become the country’s popular party tune for New Year’s celebrations.

Oscar Directors: Jackson (“Lord of the Rings”) Peter: Not Retired, Focused on Bringing Giant Bird From Extinction

Together with the company’s CEO Ben Lamm and archaeologist Kyle Davis, Jackson has been trying to bring the Giant Moa back from extinction.

Grace (La Grazia): Oscar Winning Sorrentino’s Film, Starring Toni Servillo, Opening Night of 2025 Venice Film Fest

The Oscar-winning director reteams with Toni Servillo, for “Grace,” opening night of Venice Fest.

Indie Cinema 2016: Films That Matter

Indie Pictures (A to Z) by Director and Cast My Indie Cinema Book   Share this: