Reel Artsy | November 4, 2010
The year is 1984, and on the rural east coast of New Zealand, Boy is a dreamer who loves Michael Jackson. He lives with his brother Rocky, a tribe of deserted cousins and his Nan. Boy’s other hero, his father, is the subject of Boy’s fantasies. When he returns home after 7 years away, Boy [...]
Reel Artsy | November 2, 2010
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Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
Gus Van Sant’s new film stars Mia Wasikowska (from Alice in Wonderland) and newcomer Henry Hopper as a couple of quirky outsiders. There is also a Japanese ghost and music by Danny Elfman. Yes please. Hits theaters on January 28th. Go to Reel Artsy.
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
Exit Through The Gift Shop is an entertaining look into the world of street art. Even if you’re completely unfamiliar with the topic you’ll come across several laugh out loud moments, mostly at the expensive of its main subject Thierry Guetta (a.k.a. Mr. Brainwash). The storytelling style matches the DIY spirit of the graffiti art [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
A new episode, entitled Chuck Vs. The Couch Lock, airs tonight at 8/7c on NBC. Casey is shadowed by his past when his former team returns and searches for him. Meanwhile, Chuck continues his quest to find his mother, and Morgan tries to summon the courage to disclose a delicate secret to Casey. Guest stars [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
PredatorsExtras include: Commentary by producer Robert Rodriguez and director Nimród Antal Motion Comics Moments of Extraction Crucified Evolution of the Species: Predators Reborn The Chosen Fox Movie Channel presents Making a Scene Deleted and Extended Scenes Theatrical Trailer Apocalypse Now (Full Disclosure Edition) Blu-rayExtras include: Apocalypse Now – original 1979 Cut Apocalypse Now Redux Commentary [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
Tonight marks the opening of the 2010 German Currents Film Festival in Los Angeles. They’ll be showcasing the German submission for the Oscars called When We Leave about “a woman trapped in an abusive relationship, who must not only free herself from that marriage, but also from cultural prejudices and judgements.” The festival runs October 20 [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
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Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
Inspired by true events, Casino Jack lays bare the wild excesses and escapades of Jack Abramoff (Kevin Spacey). Aided by his business partner Michael Scanlon (Barry Pepper), Jack parlays his clout over some of the world’s most powerful men with the goal of creating a personal empire of wealth and influence. When the two enlist [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
Instead of a traditional music video Kanye West has released an ambitious short film for his single Runaway. West directed the film himself, which tells the story of a fallen phoenix (played by lingerie model Selita Ebanks) who seems to be a metaphor for his return to the spotlight. It is a visually stunning piece [...]
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
In case you missed it, watch Reel Artsy favorite Emma Stone (Easy A, Zombieland) host Saturday Night Live. And this digital short: Go to Reel Artsy.
Reel Artsy | October 26, 2010
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Reel Artsy | October 14, 2010
In her big-screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s mystical thriller, director Julie Taymor (Across The Universe, Frida, Titus) brings an original dynamic to the story by changing the gender of the sorcerer Prospero into the sorceress Prospera, portrayed by Helen Mirren. Prospera’s journey spirals through vengeance to forgiveness as she reigns over a magical island, cares for [...]
Reel Artsy | October 14, 2010
Rashida Jones gets sweater ready in the November issue of Lucky magazine. You can catch Jones in The Social Network and on the midseason return of Parks and Recreation on NBC. [HT RJB] Go to Reel Artsy.