The Intersection of Faith and Culture
Short Term 12 is the kind of movie I love. Small in stature but big in heart, the film far exceeds its own modest expectations to stand among the best films of the year. Set in a foster-care home for kids awaiting placement, the story of the film centres around […]
Instead of lamenting your soggy existence during these rainy spring days, or expending precious energy loathing the faulty button of your purse-sized umbrella, why not allow yourself a few moments of introspection? Rain has an inherent dreariness that is an ideal backdrop for critical personal reflection. Regardless of whether you’re pressed […]
One of the images that lingers from Darren Aronofsky’s Noah is that of a huge rock protruding from the sea, with hundreds of screaming people climbing desperately to its top, being swept off like toys by mighty waves. In the background we see the massive wooden ark, peaceful and secure […]
Frances Ha is a comedic drama about the life of Frances (Greta Gerwig), a 27-year-old woman living in New York. The film follows Frances in her quest to not only to become a dancer, but to also figure her life out. Written and directed by Noah Baumbach and shot in […]
Here are a few songs I’m currently obsessing over. Vampire Weekend “Modern Vampires Of The City” I may be slightly biased, as Vampire Weekend is one of my all time favourite bands. But everyone agrees that this album is quality. Don’t believe me? Check out their 2013 Grammy for Best […]
A show has finally become so popular that it broke the Internet. And though at times it was itself a broken tale, True Detective was about the realization of light extinguishing the darkness. On Sunday night, millions of people tuned into HBO for the finale of the eight part miniseries. […]