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Tag: 2013
In the Life of Llewyn Davis / NYC in the 60s
The makings of a film people will watch: NEW YORK CITY + Music + The Coen Brothers made it. Not … More
A Knock-out Drama: the Private World Explored in ‘Concussion’
‘Concussion’: She said “I have to do something.” Abby Ableman reads and vacuums at the same time, fixes up hole-in-the-wall … More
Reality, History, and Silence: ‘Dallas Buyers Club’
‘Dallas Buyers Club’ could be a film that alters the way audiences view people of varying sexual expression. It could … More
Fading Glamour and Psychological Grit in ‘American Hustle’
Who’s the criminal in a thieving system? In a band of uglies, who’s the worst? We audience members love watching … More
In Praise of ‘The Butler’
Billed as a the story of a father and son living in two seemingly opposing worlds, Lee Daniels’ ‘The Butler’ … More
A Two-fold History of Silence Exposed in ‘Philomena’
The real life Philomena Lee has had many trials in her life, namely the loss of her son to the … More
Blame, Sweet Blame: ‘Enough Said’
With all the makings of a Hollywood romantic comedy, Enough Said is this year’s winner in the category of light-hearted … More
10 Films That Passed the Bechdel Test in 2013 | Tribeca
Here are ten films from 2013 that actually pass the Bechdel Test. This test, which assesses only the most basic … More