Abe Friedtanzer

‘Freaky Tales’ Review: Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck Deliver An Epic Sampling of Violence and Victory in a Supercharged Oakland | Sundance 2024

It’s 1987 in Oakland. Friends emerge from the movie theater discussing what they just saw and are immediately confronted by… Read More

January 24, 2024

‘Extended Family’ TV Review: Jon Cryer, Abigail Spencer and Donald Faison Go Back to Basics in NBC Throwback Comedy

The sitcom has evolved over time, and the age of the laugh track hit its peak in the 1990s before… Read More

December 21, 2023

Interview: Golden Globe Nominee Alma Pöysti on the Humor and Romance of ‘Fallen Leaves’ [VIDEO]

When Golden Globe nominations were announced in the category of Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy… Read More

December 18, 2023

‘Seven Blessings’ Review: Israel’s Oscar Entry is a Marvelous Exploration of Family, Feuds, and Food

In Jewish tradition, newly married couples celebrate a week of meals surrounded by friends and family, often including people who… Read More

November 9, 2023

‘Quiz Lady’ Review: Category Is – Awkwafina and Sandra Oh Deliver Laughs in Fun Hulu Film | AFI FEST

People like consistency, and having a regular routine or ritual can be calming and therapeutic. Watching the same program at… Read More

October 28, 2023

‘The Feeling That the Time for Doing Something Has Passed’ Review: Joanna Arnow’s Eye-Opening Look at Power, Control and Malaise | NYFF

Not every romantic relationship has to be equitable, and there’s no shame in that - unless you’re into that. Joanna… Read More

October 5, 2023

‘The Settlers’ Review: A Searing Examination of Power Dynamics and Land Appropriation in Early 20th Century Chile | NYFF

Tales of expeditions to explore previously unincorporated lands are all too often whitewashed in history as positive roots of a… Read More

October 2, 2023

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