Each week we highlight the noteworthy titles that have recently hit streaming platforms in the United States. Check out this week’s selections below and past round-ups here.
Boiling Point (Philip Barantini)
More often than not, one-take films struggle to justify their gimmick. Whether shot in one go or utilizing an intensive editing process to appear like so, the technique almost always threatens to overshadow whatever story is at the center rather than emphasizing it. Used correctly, it can prove immersive in the exact same way as a theatrical production—breaking down barriers between performer and audience, who can see their work unfold in real-time. Unfortunately, the impracticality of telling a story this way is usually highlighted via several scenes of actors slowly walking between filming locations. – Alistair R. (full review)
Where to Stream: VOD
The Feast (Lee Haven Jones)
Lee Haven Jones’ slow-burn eco-horror The Feast may feature extended...
Boiling Point (Philip Barantini)
More often than not, one-take films struggle to justify their gimmick. Whether shot in one go or utilizing an intensive editing process to appear like so, the technique almost always threatens to overshadow whatever story is at the center rather than emphasizing it. Used correctly, it can prove immersive in the exact same way as a theatrical production—breaking down barriers between performer and audience, who can see their work unfold in real-time. Unfortunately, the impracticality of telling a story this way is usually highlighted via several scenes of actors slowly walking between filming locations. – Alistair R. (full review)
Where to Stream: VOD
The Feast (Lee Haven Jones)
Lee Haven Jones’ slow-burn eco-horror The Feast may feature extended...
- 11/19/2021
- by Jordan Raup
- The Film Stage
A Chef’S Voyage First Run Features Reviewed for Shockya.com & BigAppleReviews.net linked from Rotten Tomatoes by: Harvey Karten Director: Rémi Anfosso, Jason Matzner Cast: David Kinch, Jean-André Charial, Glenn Viel, Alain Soliveres, Gérald Passédat, Koji Yokoyama, Courtney Weyl, Chkristine Muhklke, Jenny Yun, Mitch Lienhard, Jim Rollston, Julie Strangier, Grant Waller, Jean-Benoit Hughes, Eloi Dürrbach, Renata […]
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- 9/13/2020
- by Harvey Karten
- ShockYa
Apple's new Ping service for iTunes prompted a declaration from "Big Fish" screenwriter John August today, and he's obviously been hanging out with Mac products for some time, given his outlook for it. Elsewhere, director Jason Matzer gave a micro-review of George Clooney's new flick "The American," and though we already new Eli Roth loves "The Last Exorcism," we didn't know he liked it enough to puke for it.
There was plenty of excitement in Twitter-Wood in the last 24 hours, too. Diddy seems to have sworn off cheeseburgers, while Demi Moore and Miley Cyrus got to get together for a small group shot with their fellow cast members from "Lol" and Jon Favreau picked a ride to go on with Olivia Wilde.
Find out what they jumped on after the break. I'm @brianwarmoth, and this is Twitter-Wood for September 2, 2010.
Twitter Pic of the Day:
@mrskutcher The mothers and daughters of Lol!
There was plenty of excitement in Twitter-Wood in the last 24 hours, too. Diddy seems to have sworn off cheeseburgers, while Demi Moore and Miley Cyrus got to get together for a small group shot with their fellow cast members from "Lol" and Jon Favreau picked a ride to go on with Olivia Wilde.
Find out what they jumped on after the break. I'm @brianwarmoth, and this is Twitter-Wood for September 2, 2010.
Twitter Pic of the Day:
@mrskutcher The mothers and daughters of Lol!
- 9/2/2010
- by Brian Warmoth
- MTV Movies Blog
Don't worry. Ashton Kutcher appears to be safely on the ground and tweeting following an engine emergency in his plane. Thanks to the wonders of the Twitter-Wood feed, his well being has been verified. Today's report actually contains several notes of danger, with the "Spread" star showing up first. Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler suffered injuries after a fall from stage during a concert in South Dakota. I don't have a Twitter account on file for Tyler, but writer Brian Lynch was on hand to tweet.
Significantly less dangerous was director James Gunn's birthday this week, which earned Twitter Pic of the Day honors. The "Slither" director apparently celebrated with some sushi and Lex Luthor himself, Michael Rosenbaum. You can scope out a link to that shot, as well as swearing advice and "Twilight" hopes from Peter Facinelli below. It's all in the Twitter-Wood report for August 6, 2009.
Twitter Pic of...
Significantly less dangerous was director James Gunn's birthday this week, which earned Twitter Pic of the Day honors. The "Slither" director apparently celebrated with some sushi and Lex Luthor himself, Michael Rosenbaum. You can scope out a link to that shot, as well as swearing advice and "Twilight" hopes from Peter Facinelli below. It's all in the Twitter-Wood report for August 6, 2009.
Twitter Pic of...
- 8/6/2009
- by Brian Warmoth
- MTV Movies Blog
Nick Jasenovec and Charlyne Yi's new movie "Paper Heart" got lots of love from the Twitter-Wood feed following its premiere last night -- though the best post thus far comes from the film's own Twitter account, which linked to this picture of Yi with actress and perennially gonzo social event cornerstone Bai Ling. Other attendees, judging from today's tweets, included "Twilight" actress Christian Serratos, Andy Milonakis and Jason Reitman.
In other tweetage, Rainn Wilson shared his unique perspective on "The Incredible Hulk," Jon Favreau switched gears back to acting for his new film "Couples Retreat" and Paris Hilton revealed the name of her new pet, which I predict is way more decadent the the name of your pet. Below, you may feast your eyes on all of these, as well as a potentially shocking confession from Rose McGowan. It's in the Twitter-Wood report for July 29, 2009.
@cserratos http://twitpic.com...
In other tweetage, Rainn Wilson shared his unique perspective on "The Incredible Hulk," Jon Favreau switched gears back to acting for his new film "Couples Retreat" and Paris Hilton revealed the name of her new pet, which I predict is way more decadent the the name of your pet. Below, you may feast your eyes on all of these, as well as a potentially shocking confession from Rose McGowan. It's in the Twitter-Wood report for July 29, 2009.
@cserratos http://twitpic.com...
- 7/29/2009
- by Brian Warmoth
- MTV Movies Blog
Ideally suited as the opener of the eighth Method Fest, the annual Calabasas, Calif.-based film festival where the focus is on the acting, Dreamland is an atmospheric ensemble piece boasting several richly portrayed characters.
The film, which played at Sundance and is director Jason Matzner's first feature, surveys the lives and aspirations of a group of young people living in a remote trailer park in the New Mexico desert as seen through the eyes of 18-year-old Audrey (Agnes Bruckner).
Although a college education is definitely in the cards for her, Audrey has been preoccupied playing the role of nurturer to both her agoraphobic Father John Corbett), who has whiled away his trailer-bound days in a beer-soaked haze ever since her mother died, and her best friend Calista (Kelli Garner), who, despite being in the early throes of a progressively crippling illness, thinks she has a shot at becoming a future Miss America.
But things are about to take an unexpected turn with the arrival of Mookie (Justin Long), a soft-spoken jock whom Audrey tries to hook up with Calista, even as she herself begins to feel undeniable pangs of attraction.
While Tom Willett's script is a bit wispy on plot development, those unexpectedly complex characters and thoughtful, gently understated performances (especially from Bruckner and Garner) contribute some earthy substance, while Matzner and cinematographer Jonathan Sela take full advantage that ethereal New Mexico light in all its mood-altering guises.
The film, which played at Sundance and is director Jason Matzner's first feature, surveys the lives and aspirations of a group of young people living in a remote trailer park in the New Mexico desert as seen through the eyes of 18-year-old Audrey (Agnes Bruckner).
Although a college education is definitely in the cards for her, Audrey has been preoccupied playing the role of nurturer to both her agoraphobic Father John Corbett), who has whiled away his trailer-bound days in a beer-soaked haze ever since her mother died, and her best friend Calista (Kelli Garner), who, despite being in the early throes of a progressively crippling illness, thinks she has a shot at becoming a future Miss America.
But things are about to take an unexpected turn with the arrival of Mookie (Justin Long), a soft-spoken jock whom Audrey tries to hook up with Calista, even as she herself begins to feel undeniable pangs of attraction.
While Tom Willett's script is a bit wispy on plot development, those unexpectedly complex characters and thoughtful, gently understated performances (especially from Bruckner and Garner) contribute some earthy substance, while Matzner and cinematographer Jonathan Sela take full advantage that ethereal New Mexico light in all its mood-altering guises.
- 4/13/2006
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
- This year Ioncinema.com is covering the 2006 edition of the Sundance Film Festival Live from Park City, Utah. Weâ.ll be on hand to cover the festival, and while we wonâ.t be able to cover everything from A to Z: here is a comprehensive beforehand look at the selections in each of the festivalâ.s sections. (Note: To access individual preview pages, simply click on the links below) January 19th to the 29th, 2006Counting Down: updateCountdownClock('January 19, 2006'); A Matter of Degrees - Davis Guggenheim Adam's Apples - Anders Thomas Jensen All Aboard! Rosie's Family Cruise - Shari Cookson Battle in Heaven - Carlos Reygadas Beyond Beats and Rhymes: A Hip-Hop Head Weighs In On Manhood in Hip-Hop Culture - Byron Hurt Clear Cut: The Story of Philomath, Oregon - Peter Richardson Dreamland - Jason Matzner Ev Confidential: Who Killed the Electric Car? - Chris Paine Everyone Stares: The Police Inside Out
- 1/16/2006
- IONCINEMA.com
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