I skipped Oliver Stone’s tribute this evening at the San Francisco International Film Festival and I’m glad I did. In its place, I caught a French gem that’s the sort of movie you go to film festivals to discover. A Living on Love Alone “Youth,” as W. S. Gilbert wrote, “must have its fling.” But … Continue reading SFIFF: Living on Love Alone

I took yesterday off the festival, but made it here today (Wednesday). I had other business in San Francisco, so it was a good excuse. Unfortunately, at least with my first movie of the day, it wasn’t a good experience. C- At Ellen's Age. Flight attendant Ellen arrives home to her boyfriend, who’s strangely distant. … Continue reading SFIFF: At Ellen’s Age