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'Lane 1974': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
Poignant, and richly textured, this coming-of-age drama feels like stepping into a time machine and landing in the mid '70s.
'Infinity Baby': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
Director Bob Byington's latest offbeat venture is the dystopian comedy where big pharma accidentally creates babies that don't age.
'The Hippopotamus': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
This acerbic adaptation is a wickedly funny comedy-mystery anchored by a great lead performance surpassed only by its sharp script.
'Mellow Mud': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
Lead actress Elina Vaska's incredible performance is reminiscent of Jennifer Lawrence in "Winter's Bone."
'The Bloom of Yesterday': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
Not surprisingly, this romantic/comedy/drama about damaged people dealing with fallout from the Holocaust doesn't quite work.
'The Wedding Plan': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
Israeli romantic-drama reflects on the impulses that urge people to find "the one" and deconstructs romanticized marriage.
'The Farthest': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
With a deep reverence for the most important space mission of the 20th century, this documentary offers a profound and beautiful celebration of a landmark in human exploration.
2017 Seattle International Film Festival capsule movie reviews
Bite-sized reviews of films screening at 2017 SIFF. (Updated throughout the festival)
'Pyromaniac': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
The inner workings of an arsonist are explored in this Norwegian psychological drama.
'Ethel & Ernest': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
A celebration of the working-class British demeanor and one modest family's experiences through extraordinary events of the 20th century.
'After the Storm': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
The Japanese family drama "After the Storm" (screening at the 43rd Seattle International Film Festival starting May 19) is a subtle meditation that ponders the fleeting nature of life and the bonds of family.
'Entanglement': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
This odd mix of drama, romance and comedy elegantly comes together for a heady and surreal work of cinema.
'Hedi': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
This pensive drama is a strong showcase for its lead actor, who gives a soulful and understated performance worthy of acclaim.
'Time Trap': Seattle International Film Festival movie review
A time-bending science fiction flick that is a smart, entertaining and lean adventure from start to finish.
'Unforgettable' review: Oh, this movie is totally forgettable
What can only be described as a rogue Lifetime channel screenplay that was accidentally released in theaters, this slog is borderline unwatchable.
'Queen of the Desert' review: Herzog, Kidman can't save melodrama from slipping into quicksand
"Even his failures are spectacular," the late Roger Ebert wrote of filmmaker Werner Herzog. And his latest film is more of a grand failure and than the sweeping drama it aspires to be.
‘La La Land’ review: Stunning, earnest throwback musical is unabashed escapist joy
In the race for best film of 2016, every other film this year is competing for second place. "La La Land" is a pure magical delight that entertains on every cinematic level.
‘Miss Sloane’ review: Cunning, ruthless Chastain takes on ‘the swamp’
This political-thriller is the thematic antithesis to “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.” Jessica Chastain’s morally flexible lobbyist is a perfectly guide in this riveting and timely takedown of modern D.C. politics.
'Jackie' film review: Portman captivates in a hypnotic look at grief, loss
Natalie Portman brilliantly balances regal poise and emotional devastation in this psychodrama. Her awards-caliber performance is constantly on the razor's edge between mania and grace.