Coming of age in a sad, sad world in James Schamus’ touching Indignation

A Coming of age drama Written and directed by James Schamus From the novel by Philip Roth Most coming of age movies leave you feeling optimistic. No matter what horrible things happen to the protagonist, you know that everything will come out alright. Not this time. In James Schamus' directorial debut, you slowly begin to … Continue reading Coming of age in a sad, sad world in James Schamus’ touching Indignation

San Francisco portion of Jewish Festival ends with Mr. Spock

Sunday night I attended the last screening at the Castro Theatre for this year's San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. The festival itself will continue in other Bay Area locations. The film was For The Love of Spock, Adam Nimoy's loving tribute to his father, Leonard, and the character that made his father famous. Adam Nimoy, … Continue reading San Francisco portion of Jewish Festival ends with Mr. Spock