How the prison-set ‘Sing Sing’ captures the magic of acting

1 As a former inmate who had the opportunity to participate in a prison theater program similar to RTA (Rehabilitation Through the Arts) depicted in the film “Sing Sing,” I can attest to its profound impact on my life. The idea that one could liberate themselves from the shackles of their past and become something … Read more

Review: In ‘Confessions of a Good Samaritan,’ a cheeky documentarian tests her own altruism

As a film enthusiast with a deep appreciation for documentaries that delve into the human condition, I find Penny Lane’s latest work, “Confessions of a Good Samaritan,” to be an intriguing and thought-provoking exploration of altruism, morality, and the complexities of kidney donation. Documentary filmmaker Penny Lane’s decision to donate a kidney to a stranger, … Read more

Review: ‘Mother, Couch’ starts from there, with an immovable parent, and only gets weirder

As a film enthusiast with a deep appreciation for surreal and absurdist cinema, I was completely captivated by “Mother, Couch.” This Buñuelian dramedy is unlike anything I have seen before – an original, wholly unpredictable experience that left me both gripped and disturbed. The Buñuelian dramedy “Mother, Couch” offers a unique, unconventional journey from beginning … Read more

Nicole Kidman on marriage, marijuana and the making of Stanley Kubrick’s ‘Eyes Wide Shut’

I’ve lived a rather unique life, filled with unexpected twists and turns. I’ve had the privilege of being a part of Stanley Kubrick’s final masterpiece, “Eyes Wide Shut,” a film that continues to intrigue and puzzle audiences long after its release. “Stanley Kubrick’s last movie, titled ‘Eyes Wide Shut,’ was completed posthumously. He passed away … Read more