Tim Basaraba – In her second film, Ecuadorian director Ana Cristina Barragan enchants viewers with a visual feast that transcends mere imagery. Set primarily on a secluded island, the film’s sound design is awash with the hypnotic echoes of waves and the calls of aquatic birds.
Tim Basaraba – Arthouse Cinema isn’t for everyone, and when you venture further into the realm of Avante Garde Cinema, it mostly appeals to a niche audience like Film Festival enthusiasts and perhaps Neo Dadaists (if that’s even a thing). Gamodi occupies a unique space between these two categories:
Tim Basaraba – Animalia is the amazing feature length debut from French director and screenwriter Sofia Alaoui. The entire first act kept me guessing about the nature of the film. More importantly, it introduced me to Itto, portrayed by newcomer Oumaima Barid.
Tim Basaraba – I know nothing about ballet. I have never even watched a ballet. After watching Asif Kapadia’s genre-busting film Creature, maybe I should start.
Tim Basaraba – Watching a film outside of my favorite genres can be a refreshing change, especially at a film festival where most people, including myself, tend to focus on Drama, Suspense, and Thriller categories. That’s where Float comes into play.
