Friday, March 31, 2023

Weekend Movie Recommendations with Abe

Every Friday, I'll be uploading a Minute with Abe: Weekend Movie Recommendations Edition, surveying new releases in theaters, on DVD, and on streaming services. Check it out, and subscribe to the movieswithabe channel!


New to Theaters and VOD: Space Oddity, Acidman
New to DVD: The Son
New to Hulu: Hunt
New to Apple TV+: Tetris

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Interview with Abe: Yvette M. Amirian

I had a very worthwhile conversation about the role of editing with Yvette M. Amirian, who worked on “The Integrity of Joseph Chambers,” now playing in theaters. Check out the interview at Below the Line.

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Movie with Abe: Boston Strangler

Keira Knightley dependably anchors a journalism-driven serial killer thriller, “Boston Strangler,” now streaming on Hulu. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

Monday, March 27, 2023

Interview with Abe: Lindsay MacKay

I spoke with director Lindsay MacKay about one of the best films I saw at TIFF last year, “The Swearing Jar,” which made its premiere at SXSW in the Narrative Spotlight section. Check out the interview at Above the Line.

Sunday, March 26, 2023

Interview with Abe: Tere Duncan

I had a very interesting conversation about clothing and storytelling with costume designer Tere Duncan, who worked on “A Good Person,” now playing in theaters. Check out the interview at Below the Line.

Saturday, March 25, 2023

Movie with Abe: A Good Person

Florence Pugh stars in Zach Braff’s latest film, “A Good Person,” now playing in theaters. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Friday, March 24, 2023

Weekend Movie Recommendations with Abe

Every Friday, I'll be uploading a Minute with Abe: Weekend Movie Recommendations Edition, surveying new releases in theaters, on DVD, and on streaming services. Check it out, and subscribe to the movieswithabe channel!


New to Theaters: A Good Person, The Lost King, Walk Up
New to DVD: Babylon, Seriously Red
New to Netflix: Carol
New to Prime Video: Top Gun: Maverick, Nope
New to Hulu: Inu-oh, Call Jane
New to HBO Max: All the Beauty and the Bloodshed

SXSW with Abe: Parachute

Brittany Snow makes a strong directorial debut with “Parachute,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Feature Competition. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Thursday, March 23, 2023

SXSW with Abe: Northern Comfort

A fear of flying makes for over-the-top comedy fare in “Northern Comfort,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

SXSW Interview with Abe: Tony Tost

I spoke with director Tony Tost about his debut feature film “Americana,” which made its premiere at SXSW in the Narrative Spotlight section. Check out the interview at Above the Line.

SXSW Interview with Abe: Luke Gilford

I had the chance to speak with Luke Gilford about his directorial debut, “National Anthem,” ahead of its SXSW premiere. We met in person at another screening during the festival and he was very warm. Watch our conversation in full below and check out my review.

 

SXSW with Abe: The Young Wife

Kiersey Clemons delievers a tour de force performance as “The Young Wife,” making its world premiere in the Visions section. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: The Lady Bird Diaries

A prominent First Lady is heard in her own voice in “The Lady Bird Diaries,” making its world premiere in the Documentary Spotlight section and coming soon to Hulu. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

SXSW with Abe: Self Reliance

Jake Jonhson makes his directorial debut with “Self Reliance,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Wild Life

Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin explore love and conservationism in “Wild Life,” making its world premiere in the Documentary Spotlight section and coming to theatres and streaming beginning in April. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Down Low

I was not particularly fond of “Down Low,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Problemista

Tilda Swinton and Julio Torres are a hilarious pair in “Problemista,” making its world premiere in the Headliners section. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Cora Bora

Megan Stalter is a captivating, comedic wrecking ball in “Cora Bora,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Peak Season

Claudia Restrepo and Derrick DeBlasis delight in “Peak Season,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

SXSW with Abe: Bottoms

Emma Seligman and Rachel Sennott reunite with “Bottoms,” making its world premiere in the Headliners section. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Being Mary Tyler Moore

An important TV trailblazer takes center stage in “Being Mary Tyler Moore,” making its world premiere in the Documentary Spotlight section and coming to HBO in May. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: If You Were the Last

Zoë Chao and Anthony Mackie make a fantastic pair of astronauts in “If You Were the Last,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Molli and Max in the Future

Zosia Mamet and Aristotle Athari anchor a fantastic sci-fi romance in “Molli and Max in the Future,” making its world premiere in the Visions section. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: You Sing Loud, I Sing Louder

Real-life father-daughter Ewan and Clara McGregor star in “You Sing Loud, I Sing Louder,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: You Can Call Me Bill

William Shatner waxes philosophical about life in “You Can Call Me Bill,” making its world premiere in the Documentary Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

Monday, March 20, 2023

SXSW with Abe: I Used to Be Funny

Rachel Sennott is spectacular in “I Used to Be Funny,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Feature Competition. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Upon Entry

An immigration issue takes on an interesting trajectory in “Upon Entry,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Flamin’ Hot

The popular cheeto gets a wild origin story in “Flamin’ Hot,” making its world premiere in the Headliners section and coming to Hulu and Disney+ in June. I reviewed the film for Above the Line - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Late Bloomers

Karen Gillan delivers as usual in “Late Bloomers,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Feature Competition. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Bloody Hell

The difficulty of teenage years get a new twist in “Bloody Hell,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: With Love and a Major Organ

Emotions get to live on the outside in an alternative imagined world in “With Love and a Major Organ,” making its world premiere in the Visions section. I reviewed the film for FilmFactual - head over there to read my review.

Sunday, March 19, 2023

SXSW with Abe: No Ordinary Campaign

The fight for ALS treatment is an invigorating cause in “No Ordinary Campaign,” making its Texas premiere in the Festival Favorites section. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Food and Country

The impact of the COVID-19 on the food industry is a fascinating subject for “Food and Country,” making its Texas premiere in the Festival Favorites section. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: The Long Game

Underdogs in the intolerant world of 1950s golf make an unlikely push towards prominence in “The Long Game,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for CinemaDailyUS.com - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: Pay or Die

The high - and sometimes fatal - cost of insulin gets an eye-opening investigation in “Pay or Die,” making its world premiere in the Documentary Feature Competition. I reviewed the film for The Film Experience - head over there to read my review.

SXSW with Abe: National Anthem

Americas queer radio gets its stirring spotlight in “National Anthem,” making its world premiere in the Narrative Spotlight section. I reviewed the film for AwardsWatch - head over there to read my review.

Friday, March 10, 2023

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Picture

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Picture.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Director

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Director.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Actor

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Actor.

Thursday, March 9, 2023

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Actress

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Actress.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Supporting Actor

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Supporting Actor.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Supporting Actress

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Supporting Actress.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Adapted Screenplay

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Adapted Screenplay.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Original Screenplay

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Original Screenplay.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Animated Short

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Animated Short.

Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Live Action Short

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Live Action Short.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Documentary Short

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Documentary Short.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Documentary Feature

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Documentary Feature.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best International Feature

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best International Feature.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Animated Feature

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Animated Feature.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Visual Effects

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Visual Effects.

Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Sound

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Sound.

Oscar Winner Predictions: Best Makeup and Hairstyling

I’m offering winner predictions in all categories for the Oscars as Awards Editor for FilmFactual. Here’s my assessment of Best Makeup and Hairstyling.