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