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~Curiosity epicurian~~Wonder-maker~~Eyes wide open~~Cards held close~
"Her ways were free, and it seemed to me, the sunshine walked beside her."
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The Lost Daughter (indie film #2) in Independent Film 2022
Stunning, gripping movie. I was on pins and needles the whole time.
Passing (indie film #9) in Independent Film 2021
Beautiful. How often do we get black and white films, especially when the black and white is such an integral part of the film itself (skin color)
Licorice Pizza (indie film #1) in Independent Film 2022
The sound was weirdly distorted and way too loud at the theater i attended, so this film will need a re-watch, especially since music is a huge part of the experience. I do love PT Anderson!
Dune (opposite of an) indie film #8 in Independent Film 2021
I’ve been waiting for this one for quite a while, so i couldn’t resist including it. I saw Dune at a matinee the day it came out because i took half a day off work. I loved it, but that is becaus...
Annette- indie film #7 in Independent Film 2021
This one was not weird enough. Ok, ok, it was an odd film. Major movie stars probably brought more mainstream viewers who though “WTF am i watching!!!” But compared to this directors previous fil...
can i live on less in Random Thoughts
this has been on my mind since the disaster of last school year. Can i take a different job and make less money? I don’t think i can be a solo parent and teach at the same time. At least not whi...
It's been a year... in Random Thoughts
Not surprisingly, i haven’t written in a while. I actually did not write one entry the whole of last school year’s debacle. It was rough. I seriously considered just quitting or changing jobs. Th...
Crip Camp (indie film #6) in Independent Film 2021
This is a very important film because I feel like many people do not know that when “the world” was protesting against the Vietnam War there were many different groups of folks fighting for their...
The Sound of Metal (indie film #5) in Independent Film 2021
The best movie I’ve seen all year. Riz Ahmed is wonderful in this movie. I love the ending.
My Octopus Teacher (indie film #4) in Independent Film 2021
If you love nature documentaries, you will love this!
Time (indie film #3) in Independent Film 2021
Over the past couple months, I’ve watched quite a few independent films. I am going to try and recall what they were. Time- an unusual documentary (non traditional) about a family sticking toget...
I Blame Society (indie film #2) in Independent Film 2021
If you like dark comedy in the vein of Heathers, this movie is for you. I enjoyed this but like Heathers much better
Small Axe- indie film #1 in Independent Film 2021
Amazing music and acting. You can find it on Amazon Prime Video
The Tobacconist in Independent Film 2020
A magical realism story of Nazi Germany. Eye Candy. I totally forgot that I watched this movie in 2020. So i officially watched 11 indie films in the year of our Pandemic, with a new baby!
Dick Johnson is Dead (indie film #10) in Independent Film 2020
Free on Netflix- one of the best life affirming documentaries on death that you’ll ever see. Also, a very excellent film. Kirsten Johnson works with her dad deals with her dad’s worsening dementi...
Jimmy Carter: Rock and Roll President (indie film #9) in Independent Film 2020
Presidents were much different in the 70’s. Very entertaining! I’d recommend this film, especially if you know nothing about Jimmy Carter.
I'm Thinking of Ending Things (indie film #8) in Independent Film 2020
This one left me haunted and scared. From Charlie Kaufman, probably most well known for Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. A new couple visit the boyfriend’s family on a rural farm, but every...
Dick Johnson is Dead (indie film #8) in Independent Film-2016
Indie film maker Kristen Johnson has made unique and heartwarming documentary about her father. She explores his fragile being and celebrates his life by recreating many, and sometimes weird, wa...
Faces in the window in Random Thoughts
The other night a prowler came around to the back of my house and i saw their face in the french doors of my bedroom. I was feeding the baby at about 10pm. It scared me. The police came and looke...
First Cow (indie film #7) in Independent Film 2020
Probably the best film i’ve seen this year, i had a feeling it would be. Kelly Reichardt, the director, is not from Portland- but lives here- and has made several films based in Oregon (Meek’s Cu...
Never Rarely Sometimes Always (indie film #6) in Independent Film 2020
My favorite film podcast hosts, (Filmspotting) recommended this small film. Someone even likened it to a movie i loved either last year or the year before (Leave No Trace). This one follows a typ...
Vast of Night (indie film #5) in Independent Film 2020
I’m catching up on my indie films for the year. Might even shovel out the $12 for a feature film to watch at home. Thinking of one called Clementine, a queer love story to celebrate Pride. Amazon...
Blow the Man Down (indie film #4) in Independent Film 2020
Era of the online new release. This one is on amazon prime. Fun film that is reminiscent of Fargo and with twists like Knives Out. If you liked either of these, please check this one out! I is a ...
Heartbreak contained in Random Thoughts
Five years ago i was on the island of Santorini, Greece. Some years before that, it was Oaxaca. I loved both. Today i have a beautiful, happy baby one week away from being 4 months old. I just do...
investigation in Random Thoughts
ive been waiting to have a moment to write. most of my moments, when i don’t have the baby in had, is performing necessities to keep life going- laundry, dishes, showering, etc. my resilience has...
