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Sweet Land (2005)
Warm, thoughtful film - just the way movies should be.
Had the chance to see this film last night at a special sneak peek in Irvine, CA. What a wonderful, warm, soulful film. If you're looking for car crashes, explosions, being hit over the head, this is NOT the film for you! However, if you want to fall in love with a movie that is thoughtful, reveals its story slowly, is honest and authentic in it's depiction of two people truly falling in love, among lush photography, then run, don't walk to the theatre when it plays in your community. The film traces the life of a mail order bride who arrives in a new land with hopes for a new life - an era that is true to the spirit of all those who came to this country at the turn of the 20th century. Acting is top-notch - particularly in the use of silence. This is a quiet film - it builds moment upon moment until you find yourself at the end memorized and joyful. This film has lingered with me all the following day as I re-play scenes in my head. Score is a pitch-perfect compliment. This is not a film to be missed. I can't wait to see it again.
10th & Wolf (2006)
Top Notch Film Making all the Way Around
Saw this film last night at a standing room only sneak previews in Orange County, CA. The audience was spell-bound throughout the entire screening - you could hear a pin drop. Stellar career-making performances by James Mardsen, Giovannia Ribisi and Brad Renfro. Brian Dennehy was exceptional and Lesley Ann Warren showed a depth of talent I've not seen before. Bobby Moresco has eloquently and thoughtfully crafted a film that speaks to the heart and will be sure to gather well deserved attention when the film is released. Production values are top notch all the way around. There is violence in the film, but it's never gratuitous - these people live in a brutal world. For me, the film ended on a note of hope for new beginnings.