Two years ago this month, I wrote a post bemoaning the lack of respect John Wayne receives from Bay Area cinephiles. Now the Stanford is running a John Wayne series with some of his best films--and some oddball choices. Among my favorite Wayne's, it's got Fort Apache, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, and Rio … Continue reading John Wayne at Stanford
Day: May 7, 2009
SFIFF Report: Wednesday, May 6
I got to the Festival in time to see two films yesterday. I liked both of them, but wasn't blown away by either. Can Go Through Skin. After barely escaping an attempted murder, Marieke (Rifka Lodeizen) moves to the country to find peace and quiet. She finds a warm and friendly community, and even an … Continue reading SFIFF Report: Wednesday, May 6
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