The radical notion that women like good movies
To get an idea of the Soska sisters, picture ‘The Shining’s Grady twins, only all grown up and in control of their destinies. Just in time for Halloween, Jen and Sylvia Soska spoke with us about their favorite horror movies, the hardships of working as female directors in masculine genre, their work on ‘See No Evil 2’ and what’s next for their careers.
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However, female desire occasionally lives in the subtext of ‘Mad Men’ like fire ants fighting to dig themselves out of a mountain of sand. The show’s complex female characters are regularly lusted after, and at times brave leaps are taken into the sea of their cravings. Other times, their behaviors appear inconsistent, and it seems we’ve been cheated out of crucial discoveries that lurk just beneath their surfaces.
(L-R): Zoe Saldana and Nina Simone; image via Black Street When Zoe Saldana was recently cast as legendary singer Nina Simone in her upcoming biopic, the decision ignited a firestorm of controversy. People have vehemently criticized the decision. Not because Saldana isn’t a skilled actor (she is). But because her skin is much lighter than … Continue reading “The Zoe Saldana / Nina Simone Biopic Controversy Illustrates the Need for More Black Women Filmmakers”
The Indie Spirit Awards air this Saturday night on IFC. A big thanks to all who contributed reviews of the Indie Spirit nominees. Best Feature: The Descendants reviewed by Stephanie Brown The Artist reviewed by Candice Frederick Take Shelter reviewed by Carrie Nelson Drive reviewed by Leigh Kolb Beginners reviewed by Megan Ryland 50/50 reviewed by Josh … Continue reading “2012 Indie Spirit Nominations Roundup”
