Tag: Andre Holland
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The Actor: Amnesia with Stage Lighting
In The Actor, a murky little dream of a film currently playing on Hulu, you’re never quite sure whether you’re watching a noir thriller about memory or a rehearsal for one. The film, directed with an affection for theatrical smudges and slow reveals by Duke Johnson, wears its origins proudly—it’s based on Donald E. Westlake’s…
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Sundance 2025: Love, Brooklyn: A Tender Ode to Urban Romance and Self-Discovery”
MOVIE INFO: Three longtime Brooklynites navigate careers, love, loss, and friendship against the rapidly changing landscape of their beloved city. REVIEW: Love, Brooklyn,” directed by indie filmmaker Rachael Abigail Holder, is a heartfelt romantic drama that captures the essence of urban life and the complexities of modern relationships. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Brooklyn,…
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Sundance Review: Exhibiting Forgiveness: All the Suns of Fathers and Sons Absolved in Heaven
Movie info via Sundance: Utilizing his paintings to find freedom from his past, a Black artist on the path to success is derailed by an unexpected visit from his estranged father, a recovering addict desperate to reconcile. Together, they learn that forgetting might be a greater challenge than forgiving. This soulful, sophisticated, and beautifully crafted…