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Highlights From ‘Film Forum: Making Meaning’ at Florida Film Fest

April 26, 2015 by Leslie C. Halpern Leave a Comment

Fire Breather, Tomorrow We Disappear, Photo

Documentary filmmakers share their insights on how to make meaningful movies in these highlights from a special forum at the 2015 Florida Film Festival. Topics addressed include finding subjects and telling stories that help change the world.

Identity Issues in Birdman and Other Movies About Artists

November 17, 2014 by Leslie C. Halpern 3 Comments

Michael Keaton Birdman

Expressing our basic instincts through art is a natural inclination. For some movie characters, losing themselves in their art becomes a threat to their identity.

Flashbacks Explain Present in The Skeleton Twins

September 25, 2014 by Leslie C. Halpern Leave a Comment

Flashbacks helps explain the past in the new film The Skeleton Twins. Copyright image courtesy of Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions, used with permission.

The Skeleton Twins stars SNL alums Kristen Wiig and Bill Hader as siblings in this quirky, delightful family drama.

Richard Linklater’s ‘Boyhood’: 12 Years of Moments

July 28, 2014 by Leslie C. Halpern Leave a Comment

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Using vignettes, or brief episodes, Richard Linklater’s new film, “Boyhood,” explores a boy’s experiences and relationships while growing up over a period of twelve years.

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