The radical notion that women like good movies
Take Shelter (2011) This is a review from Monthly Guest Contributor Carrie Nelson. Writing about Take Shelter for a website like Bitch Flicks is a challenge. Certainly, I can write endlessly about why I loved Take Shelter. There is no doubt in my mind that it was the best film I saw in 2011. I … Continue reading “Indie Spirit Best Feature Nominee: Take Shelter”
Martha Marcy May Marlene is nominated for three Independent Spirit Awards: Best First Feature, Best Female Lead (Elizabeth Olson), and Best Supporting Male (John Hawkes). It has received numerous other nominations and awards. This review, by Carrie Nelson, first appeared at Bitch Flicks on November 17, 2011. Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) Martha Marcy May … Continue reading “Indie Spirit Best First Feature Nominee: Martha Marcy May Marlene”
In addition to Oduye’s Best Female Lead nomination, Pariah is also nominated for the Independent Spirit John Cassavetes Award. The film has received numerous other nominations and awards. This piece, by Carrie Nelson, first appeared at Bitch Flicks on January 25, 2012. Alike (Adepero Oduye) in Pariah I enjoyed many films in 2011. All of … Continue reading “Indie Spirit Best Female Lead Nominee: Adepero Oduye in ‘Pariah’”
Pariah (2011) This is a guest post from Carrie Nelson. I enjoyed many films in 2011. All of my favorite films of the year, however, were the ones that unnerved me with their honesty, sticking in my thoughts long after the end credits rolled. One of those films was Martha Marcy May Marlene, which I’ve … Continue reading “Guest Writer Wednesday: Review – Pariah”
