ERNEST COLE: LOST AND FOUND showcases the power of photography
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Ernest Cole allows viewers to sit with some of the images that Cole found to provide sense or a connection to a reality the photographer cannot justify.
VERMIGLIO looks at a 20th century village coming to terms with women's autonomy
by Jonathan Jansen, Staff Writer
A small mountain village called Vermiglio is far enough from World War II to not feel its effects, but war eventually is carried back to the village.
CLOUD is a multifaceted look at how we treat others online
by Jonathan Jansen, Staff Writer
While it’s a compelling package, filled with commentary and fun filmmaking, it's a package that ultimately has a few items missing.
MEMOIR OF A SNAIL is a cinematic gift
by Shah, Staff Writer
Adam Elliot’s Memoir of a Snail proves that only humans can create meaningful art.
LA COCINA uses a restaurant to explore class dynamics
by Chelsea Alexandra, Staff Writer
The film amplifies the chaotic rhythm of kitchen service while diving into the personal stories of the people who keep the back of the house afloat.
PEACOCK is a shrewd and darkly funny film
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Bernhard Wenger’s delicious comedy-drama, Peacock, is all about how people manipulate things to make others think they are real.
ANORA tackles serious issues without sacrificing joy
by Billie Anderson, Staff Writer
Anora is an extraordinary film that delivers on every front.
Now Playing at Philly Film Fest: THE BLACK SEA, GIRLS WILL BE GIRLS, A TRAVELER'S NEEDS and more
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Gary shares his thoughts on six films playing at this year’s fest.
Philadelphia Film Festival Preview 2024, features THE BRUTALIST, ERNEST COLE and more
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
What I enjoy most about a film festival—the opportunity to take a chance and discover a gem.
Philadelphia Film Festival Preview 2024, featuring THE LAST SHOWGIRL, ANORA, and more
by Rosalie Kicks, Old Sport & Editor in Chief
Even though PFF will mark my third major festival of the season, there are still plenty of 2024 flick offerings that have not graced by eyeballs.
PFF2022: ONE FINE MORNING, SUBTRACTION and R.M.N.
by A. Freedman, Contributor
Three films that had their Philadelphia debut at this year’s Film Festival.
PFF2022: Live Action Shorts Program 1 was a mix of film types and quality
by Gary M. Kramer
Live Action Shorts Program 1, screening at the Philadelphia Film Festival, is a mix of narrative and documentary shorts, and a mixed bag.
PFF2022: NOTHING LASTS FOREVER takes a closer look at the diamond industry
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
Despite the price put on natural diamonds, synthetics and “mixes” have been penetrating the market, which could make that precious diamond, well, not so precious.
PFF2022: RETROGRADE and GOOD NIGHT OPPY provide different looks at the last 20 years
by Ryan Silberstein, Managing Editor, Red Herring
Here are two recommended feature films from this year’s Philadelphia Film Festival.
PFF2022: ALL THAT BREATHES is a gentle, heartwarming documentary
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
The gentle, observational documentary All That Breathes immerses viewers in Delhi, India, where two brothers, Nadeem and Saud, care for Black Kites—small birds that act like vultures—in their basement.
PFF2022: TAURUS is a hypnotic character study
by Gary M. Kramer, Staff Writer
A very early scene in Taurus features an upside-down shot that rotates. It is a visual metaphor for Cole, a rapper whose life feels upside-down to him.
PFF2022: TURN EVERY PAGE is a loving tribute to serious work
by Ryan Silberstein, Managing Editor, Red Herring
While Turn Every Page could be dismissed as soft, as it certainly does not come with the hard-hitting revelations and exposure offered by Caro’s work on Moses or Lyndon B. Johnson, there is value in celebrating this relationship
ARMAGEDDON TIME is a personal story from the battle for the soul of middle class Jews
by Ryan Silberstein, Managing Editor, Red Herring
While the premise and ties to Gray’s own childhood mark similarities with last year’s Belfast, Armageddon Time is not as maudlin as Kenneth Branagh’s self-examination.
PFF 2022: AFTERSUN, RODEO and EO are moving features from around the world
by Ryan Silberstein, Managing Editor, Red Herring
Here are three recommended feature films from this year’s Philadelphia Film Festival.
12 Highly Anticipated Films Showing at this Year’s Philadelphia Film Festival
by Ryan Silberstein, Gary M. Kramer, and A. Freedman
Today officially kicks off the 31st Philadelphia Film Festival! We at MovieJawn couldn’t be more excited to once again attend our home town fest.