Sundance con'td...

And so, my run at Sundance continues. So far it's been an incredible week, and I've been lucky enough to catch loads of great films. So far my faves of the fest would have to be ANIMAL KINGDOM, THE KILLER INSIDE ME, CYRUS (during which I sat next to Roger Ebert!)& HESHER. A little later this afternoon, I'm going to see the Jesse Eisenberg drug comedy, HOLLY ROLLERS, and then it's off to TUCKER & DALE VS. EVIL, which I've heard nothing but good things about.

Mood: Chillin'

cristane at 06:56 AM Jan 27

Cool. Can't wait for the T&DvE review ;)

Sundance Day 1

Well, it was a long journey, but I've finally hit Park City. Originally, I was supposed to hit the town early last night, but my flight ended up getting delayed three hours. Now, this would have led to me missing my connection in Vegas, but this turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as the flight from Vegas was CANCELLED. Supposedly, a lot of journalists are stuck in Vegas, but I was lucky enough to get on a flight straight to Park City, from Chicago, which was where I was initially stranded. If I had gotten stuck in Vegas I would have probably rented a car, but that would have been a punishing six hour drive.

Luckily, everything worked out (although my luggage has yet to join me in Park City- and a change of underwear would be a real treat right now). I was able to catch a screening this morning of the young-John Lennon biopic, NOWHERE BOY, starring Aaron Johnson from KICK-ASS. Expect my review shorty. Tonight looks like another busy night, with HAPPYTHANKYOUMOREPLEASE from Josh Radnor of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, and the new Joseph Gordon Levitt flick, HESHER.

Stay tuned...

Mood: Chillin'

dbldn11 at 04:52 PM Jan 22

Keep havin' a great time!

Back in Montreal...

Well everyone, the Toronto Film Fest has come to an end, and I have to say- I had a friggin blast!. It was truly an awesome experience. I saw loads of great films, spotted many celebs, and met dozens of cool Torontonians.

Remember- just because TIFF is over, doesn't mean the coverage is! I;'ll be posting fresh reviews all week, including the latest from Jean-Pierre Jeunet- MICMACS, IMAGINARIUM OF DR. PARNASSUS, WHIP IT, REC 2, and more.

Stay tuned....

Mood: Chillin'

Two packed days at TIFF

Say bunch of films over the last few days at TIFF, including the lastest from Neil Jordan- ONDINE, starring Colin Farrell- which was a very sweet film, and a nice change of pace from some of the heavier stuff I've been seeing lately. Also saw Joe Dante's latest- the 3D adventure THE HOLE- which was fun. Another film I checked out was AGORA, a period epic starring Rachel Weisz- which got panned at Cannes, but has since been re-edited, and now supposedly plays alot better. I enjoyed it, although it did feel a bit like an extended, large scale episode of ROME (nothing wrong with that).

Mood: Happy

Busy weekend at TIFF

Hi all,

Sorry for not posting in a few days- things have been crazy busy at TIFF Saw loads of great films- including THE ROAD (challenging, but excellent), WHIP IT (surprisingly fun), CAPITALISM: A LOVE STORY (better than average Michael Moore), THE INVENTION OF LYING (disappointing), JENNIFER'S BODY (Ok, but nothing to write home about), the Ethan Hawke/ Sprieg Bros vampire flick DAYBREAKERS (gore fans will not be disappointed). Lots of reviews to come on joblo over the next few days- keep you eyes peeled!

Previous reviews: Men Who Stare at Goats, Up in the Air.

Mood: Angry

drc5145 at 02:55 AM Sep 14

Sounds awesome. I can't wait to read your review of The Road, which I've been dying to see for some time now, since finishing the book last year.

Toronto- Day 2 1/2

I had a busy morning- catching to highly anticipated flicks. First up was the latest Coen Bros., film- A SERIOUS MAN. Knowing next to nothing about the film before seeing it, I was a bit taken aback by it- as it's a very strange film, and nowhere near as user friendly as their last two film. I can't honestly say I enjoyed it all that much- but it's an interesting film nonetheless.

Next up was UP IN THE AIR- yet another George Clooney film, this one directed by JUNO helmer Jason Reitman. It was a terrific film, and one that I bet will cop a bunch of Oscar noms in January.

Tonight, I'm seing (hopefully) three films. First up is SOLOMON KANE, followed by ONG BAK 2, and then a midnight showing of DAYBREAKERS.

Stay Tuned...

Mood: Surprised