Monthly Archives: February, 2012

In Alison Bagnall’s The Dish & the Spoon, Rose (Greta Gerwig) and The Boy (Olly Alexander), both desperate for love and companionship, amble through a relationship they are scared to define for fear they may burst the balloon of their imagined world. In empty summer homes, abandoned lighthouses, in period costumes and in drag, the two play out their fantasies: though soon their actions become fraught with real feelings.

"Thanks to Chang's unique ancestry, he has been able to gain the trust of his foreign subjects, presenting Chinese culture with an unfiltered view from a first world perspective. Adhering boxing as a backdrop, he has painted an inspiring and captivating impression of perseverance in the face of overwhelming adversity with great respect for the admirable coaches that instill life shaping values in their young students. China Heavyweight is a brilliant sophomore feature that proves Chang is a highly talented director who produces documentaries that transmit both authenticity and technical artistry."

"There’s nothing innately wrong with Alston’s documentary, other than that it seems to lack a cohesive focus. While the main thrust seems to be concerned with the subject of Gene Robinson, the documentary slips into a mild treatise on homosexuality and how divisive it is in the religious realm. While everyone should be able to practice the faith of their choosing and everyone should be respected and treated equally, it’s a bit hard to feel too emotionally distraught over the treatment of Gene Robinson and the struggle for acceptance in the religious realm."

Pulling No Punches, Boxing Gives Hope For Poor Rural Youth

Love Free Or Die Hard