Tips on Attending IFFBoston 2015
Having attended the Independent Film Festival of Boston since 2006, I thought I’d [re]post a few tips from my past experiences to help YOU out for 2015! What Should I See?
Author: Vatche
IFFBoston ’15 Spotlight
In taking a look at what’s coming up at each years festival, I always like to pick out a few films to focus in on before the start of the fest. Of course, there are no bad films at IFFBoston, but, take a look below – and share what you’re looking forward to in the comments!
IFFBoston 2015 Lineup Announced!
The 2015 IFFBoston Lineup is announced! A few days ago we highlighted the opening closing night films, as well as a few spotlights but the full details are in! This year marks the 13th year of the festival, as always its homeless will be at the Somerville Theatre in Davis Sq, as well as screenings …
Film Review: Get Hard
“Get Hard” opens with a very conscious montage of the have and the have-nots, the working class versus the 1%. The opening was an interesting decision by the filmmakers – 30 seconds after this montage, the hope this film might make use smart comedy to make a political statement goes right out the door.
IFFBoston 2015 Selection Incoming!
We’ve been patiently awaiting this years list of selections for the Independent Film Festival of Boston! Late Friday, the festivals newsletter with some exciting details dropped. The festival opens April 22nd with Director James Ponsoldt’s THE END OF THE TOUR. James Ponsoldt will be in attendance. The festival runs through the 29th, closing with AND EARL AND …
2015 Academy Awards Predictions
Tonight is the night, and I’m going to give you a quick run down of my predictions for the major categories! Best Actor Steve Carell, Foxcatcher Bradley Cooper, American Sniper Benedict Cumberbatch, Imitation Game Michael Keaton, Birdman Eddie Redmayne, The Theory of Everything I believe this race to be really close, personally, I was blown …
Video of the Week: Stop The Presses
The Levinson Brothers and Rob Kutner are at it again with their latest release off their epic music/comedy album 2776! Mike Mills (R.E.M.), Colton Dunn (Key & Peele), Zach Sherwin (Epic Rap Battles) and Brandon Johnson (Monsters University) mourn the death of newspapers. Check out the video below! Buy the single and album on: iTunes: …
2015 Academy Award Nominations
Awards season is in full swing as the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences announced the nominees for the Academy Awards this morning. The standouts certainly are “Birdman,” and “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” which tied for 9 nominations. With 8 nominations, “The Theory of Everything,” follows in a close second, and “American Sniper,” with …
Video of the Week: The Birth Of A Tool
This short mesmerizing documentary from John Neeman Tools shows the creation of a Damascus Steel Knife. Enjoy as the sparks fly! The Birth Of A Tool. Part III. Damascus steel knife making (by John Neeman Tools) from John Neeman Tools on Vimeo.
Trailer: Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens
J.J. Abrams knows how to make teasers. If you weren’t excited for the new Star Wars before, you will be now. Let us know what you think in the comments!