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Mon Amour, Mon Ami fails to deliver impactful story

‘Mon Amour, Mon Ami’ fails to deliver impactful story

Ann Fitzmaurice March 3, 2018

Honestly, I have no idea what went on in Mon Amour, Mon Ami. At first I thought it was a forbidden love story in which borders separated the two main characters. Then, I thought it was a fake love story...

True Life Fund film showcased at RBHS

True Life Fund film showcased at RBHS

Courtney Bach March 1, 2018
True Life Fund director visited RBHS to talk about the documentary "Primas," showing at the True/False film festival this weekend.
Lindy Lou, Juror Number 2, a not so exciting tale

‘Lindy Lou, Juror Number 2″, a not so exciting tale

Ann Fitzmaurice March 4, 2017

With more than 120 people queueing in line, the expectation for such a large turnout would be that of a phenomenal movie. ‘Lindy Lou, Juror Number 2’ is a not a phenomenal movie. It is one to have...

Loathed beliefs made bearable in The Other Side

Loathed beliefs made bearable in ‘The Other Side’

Ronel Ghidey March 6, 2016
An interesting viewpoint on a rarely-seen part of the country, 'The Other Side' elicits understanding for the Southern communities of the United States in spite of their sometimes unappreciated culture.
The Pearl tells stories of everyday transgender women

‘The Pearl’ tells stories of everyday transgender women

Grace Dorsey March 6, 2016
After the glitz and glamor of Hollywood celebrities, 'The Pearl' tells the triumphs and trials of everyday transgender women, shining new light on the modern LGBT community.
Those Who Jump gives intimate look into immigration

‘Those Who Jump’ gives intimate look into immigration

Ronel Ghidey March 6, 2016
'Those Who Jump' gave audiences a unique perspective into the lives of immigrants and the risks they take crossing borders, made possible by the unlikely directing prowess of About Bkar Sibide.
Between Sisters leaves more to be desired

‘Between Sisters’ leaves more to be desired

Grace Dorsey March 6, 2016
Although 'Between Sisters' told a charming story of the friendship between siblings, Teresa and Ornella, some parts of the film moved too slowly to maintain the audience's attention.
Eye-opening Des Morts explores death around world

Eye-opening ‘Des Morts’ explores death around world

Ronel Ghidey March 6, 2016
As part of the Neither/Nor series in the True/False Film Festival, 'Des Morts' explores the rituals around death in various countries and leaves viewers with a newfound understanding for the similarities and differences in grief.
The Last Days of Winter gives unique look past prison walls

‘The Last Days of Winter’ gives unique look past prison walls

Kat Sarafianos March 6, 2016
An unmatched perspective on the young boys inside a Tehranian youth detention center, 'The Last Days of Winter' confesses the truth of these childrens' lives in a way that is both emotional and captivating.
As the ever present excitement of True/False rises, local shops like Maude Vintage, a clothing store, advertise and prepare attendees for the film festival.

What a day at the True/False Film Fest looks like

Grace Vance March 5, 2016
From flamboyantly dressed Q Queens and Kings to encore performances, learn about all the sights and sounds of a day at the True/False Film Fest.
Afghanistan struggles made real for audiences of Land of the Enlightened

Afghanistan struggles made real for audiences of ‘Land of the Enlightened’

Ronel Ghidey March 5, 2016
Filmed in a country ravaged by combat, 'Land of the Enlightened' is an impressive film that shows the daily struggles of American and Afghani soldiers and of the children whose futures are changed by their war.
Thy Fathers Chair stirs up emotion, nostalgia

‘Thy Father’s Chair’ stirs up emotion, nostalgia

Kat Sarafianos March 5, 2016
Recounting the story of Orthodox Jewish twins cleaning their Brooklyn apartment of their hoarding habit, 'Thy Father's Chair' is a fresh look on the sentimental value clutter can hold.
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