Somewhere didn’t stay long at the theaters. That’s too bad, but it’s understandable. For many among us, a film must grab us and take us away; not so many know how to engage in the slow ride of taking in …more »»
Film Talks opened in: 2011
Sucker Punch (2011)
(Before viewing)
by Randy Heffner — May 21, 2011
With a mix of chagrin, delight, and mock ignominy, I must say that Sucker Punch really had something going on. Much of the film is pure video game in its construction, and the narration …more »»
Sympathy for Delicious (2010)
(Before viewing)
by Randy Heffner — November 22, 2011
Sympathy for Delicious takes us on an unusual journey of the collision between a faithless faith-healer and a priest who has big visions for his work. From both sides, it explores how we can miss the gifts we’ve been given …more »»
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011)
(Before viewing)
by Randy Heffner — December 28, 2011
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy comes off with an intriguing mix of the slow and unemotional pace of the main character, Smiley, who is driving the action, countered by an emotionally charged, rapid-paced plot, while having little rapid or suspenseful onscreen action. Multiple subplots, as well as the film itself, are built around …more »»
The Tree of Life (2011)
(Before viewing)
by Randy Heffner — June 21, 2011
I’ll say upfront that I find The Tree of Life to be very much worth the time. I’ll also say that it is the type of enigmatic and obscure exploration of life that demands viewers to be highly engaged and to reserve judgment. With any film, …more »»
The Trip (2011)
(Before viewing)
by Randy Heffner — July 23, 2011
The Trip comes off like two guys taking a trip. Not an odyssey, a trip. A week long trip, different place each night, lots of talk — often laugh-out-loud talk — on the road and at dinner. Yet the film sets a context and contrast for much more to be subtly, …more »»
