Standing in line at the 38th Cleveland International Film Festival, waiting for the theater to clear so the passholders could enter and take up the precious aisle seats, I began talking with the smartly dressed, middle-aged woman next to me. She was, at that moment, a total … [Read more...] about Bye-bye CIFF 38
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Winding Up and Shutting Down
The film festival ended last Sunday, and after a few days of rest, I’m ready to wrap-up the experience. I began winding down (preferable to going cold turkey) on Saturday, scheduling only two films on each of the last two days. They were all good! Good Ol’ Freda was one classy … [Read more...] about Winding Up and Shutting Down
CIFF 37: Triple “A” Day
Bone-chilling is what came to mind as I watched The Last White Knight. Racism is alive and well, but it is still stunning to see three KKK members dressed in full regalia—giving their names, but not showing their faces—talking about the Invisible Empire of police officers, local … [Read more...] about CIFF 37: Triple “A” Day
CIFF 37: The Lebanese Connection
Lord Edward Montagu inherited his lordship at age 2½, when his father died and left him with the responsibility of a 10,000-acre estate. One of England’s great homes, the property was virtually insolvent following WWII. Montagu, then 25, opened his home to the public, personally … [Read more...] about CIFF 37: The Lebanese Connection
CIFF 37: Two “B” Days
The Kings of Summer, filmed in various Northeast Ohio locales, is a light comedy typical of opening night selections. Its main characters are appealing and funny, each in his own way. The plot also has its moments—both funny and touching. Altogether, though, I spent more time … [Read more...] about CIFF 37: Two “B” Days
