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Welcome, one and all, to the Festival of Films blog! Here, we strive not just to review films but to discuss how the art of film reflects society and the broader human condition. Comments and spirited discussion are always strongly encouraged. Just remember to keep it respectful, of course. Here's lookin' at you, readers!
Author Archives: Zane Castillo
I have always been a fan of Westerns and come from a family of Western fanatics. My mom is a John Wayne fan and regards him as one of the greatest actors of all time. My dad grew up reading … Continue reading
Steven Soderbergh and George Clooney have proven to be a great team with their collaborations on many films, including the Ocean’s 11 series. Their first collaboration together was in 1998 on Out of Sight. This movie, which is based on … Continue reading
Posted in Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Features
Tagged Albert Brooks, Elmore Leonard, George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Luis Guzmán, Out of Sight, Steve Zahn, Steven Soderbergh, Ving Rhames, Zane Castillo
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Ryan Gosling has proven over the years that he can play any role offered to him and play it well. He has shown critics and fans alike that he can completely transform into the character he is playing and make … Continue reading
Eric Schaeffer’s Fall is a smart and well-crafted romantic film. The plot alone is intriguing, with its story about a taxi driver and a model starting a relationship together. This undertaking seems to be destined to fail and completely implausible. … Continue reading
Posted in Drama, Features, Independent Films, Indie Features
Tagged Amanda De Cadenet, Eric Schaeffer, Fall, Francie Swift, Lisa Vadel, Zane Castillo
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What does it take to truly show someone that you love him? Is there really such a thing as unconditional love? Lars von Trier’s Breaking the Waves tries to answer all of these questions. This film shows just how far one … Continue reading
Out of all the firefighter movies that have been produced, Ron Howard’s Backdraft is the only one that has truly resonated with me. I first saw this movie a few years ago and instantly knew that I couldn’t forget it. … Continue reading
Posted in Action, Drama, Features, Thriller
Tagged Backdraft, J.T. Walsh, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Kurt Russell, Robert De Niro, Ron Howard, William Baldwin, Zane Castillo
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Oh, the dating game. What can I say about it? We have all had our shares of ups and downs with dating; there are many pitfalls and disappointments that we all suffer. Yet, we all try and try again till … Continue reading
Posted in Comedy, Drama, Features
Tagged Bridget Fonda, Cameron Crowe, Campbell Scott, Kyra Sedgwick, Matt Dillon, Singles, Zane Castillo
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Charlton Heston was the go-to guy for larger-than-life roles. During his acting career, he played Moses, Ben-Hur and Mark Antony. At 6’3”, Heston had the commanding presence to tackle these roles like no lesser man could. In The Omega Man, … Continue reading
Posted in Action, Classics, Features, Thriller
Tagged Anthony Zerbe, Charlton Heston, Eric Laneuville, Rosalind Cash, The Omega Man, Zane Castillo
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Nicolas Cage has always been an amazing actor to me. He has played such a variety of characters that there seems to be no role that he can’t do. He has appeared in a wide range of genres that showcases … Continue reading
Posted in Comedy, Drama, Features
Tagged Hope Davis, Michael Caine, Michael Rispoli, Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage, The Weather Man, Zane Castillo
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