You’ve probably read about 3D movies doing disappointing business lately. Some say that today’s 3D craze is bottoming out. Others argue that, like a killer in a bad horror movie (probably shot in 3D), the stereoscopic format will rise again. But I say: Look to Hollywood’s past for perspective on 3D’s future. Will it swiftly … Continue reading 3D: Is It the Next Sound, the Next Color, or Just the Next 3D
Month: June 2011
What’s Screening: June 3 – 9
Festival-wise, Another Hole In the Head continues through this week and beyond. Otherwise, the Castro’s 70mm series dominates the week. A Playtime, Castro, Monday and Tuesday. Presented in 70mm. An American tourist, Monsieur Hulot, and assorted other specimens of humanity adrift and befuddled in a very modern Paris. That’s all there is of plot in … Continue reading What’s Screening: June 3 – 9
Festivals of Silents (and Live Music)
It’s June, and that means two weekends (and a few weekdays) of intense silent film activity. For those of us who love to read a movie’s dialog while listening to live musical accompaniment, summer brings added pleasures to the Bay Area. The Broncho Billy Silent Film Festival runs Friday through Sunday, the weekend of June … Continue reading Festivals of Silents (and Live Music)
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