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Dramatist Nina Raine probes the complex nature of tribal affinities, delicately examining how precariously communication depends on whether people listen to one another carefully, or not.
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Tehran Taboo –- which never would have been allowed to be filmed in its title city—is technically accomplished in its often gorgeous visuals and its textured sound design.
Read MoreBy Justin Marble “The Beaches of Agnes” At the Coolidge Corner Cinema If a motif exists in Agnes Varda’s sprawling new documentary, “The Beaches of Agnes,” it may just be the art of walking backwards. The 81-year-old director, famous among the art house crowd for French New Wave films like “Cleo from 5 to 7,”…
Read MoreLaurie Anderson’s abstract drawings, 8mm documentary, found footage, and scratched-on celluloid are combined in a frequently mesmerizing way.
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A trio of worthwhile docs at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival tour a city, stroll beneath the surface of the world, and stride through an inspirational life.
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Festival of American Song Records has released an elegant, touching performance of the totally delightful half-hour long “Picnic Cantata.”
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This week’s poem: Donald Vincent’s “OFFICER WALKED INTO THE WRONG APARTMENT AGAIN”
Read MoreOnce he managed to get his recalcitrant instrument in tune, guitarist John Williams played each piece with great mastery. One might not remember the names of the composers or even what each composition sounded like, but no one will forget the sheet beauty of his guitar playing
Read MoreYou’d be a fool to miss taking advantage of Boston’s Mayor’s Holiday.
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Holiday Commentary: Making Room for the Stranger