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The Groundbreaking Brilliance of Homicide: Life on the Street

When Homicide: Life on the Street premiered in January 1993 after the Super Bowl, it leaped into a different world than the standard hour-long dramas. There were a few exceptions like Hill Street Blues that provided an inspiration, but Creators Barry Levinson and Tom Fontana were entering uncharted territory. The cast lacks the typical pretty …

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MIFF 2012: “Shadow Dancer” moves beautifully to an all too familiar tune

Shadow Dancer Directed by James Marsh Written by Tom Bradby 2012, UK, Ireland There’s no real reason to believe that the artistry required in the making of a documentary is vastly different to that required in the making of a fictional narrative. Nonetheless it is always interesting to watch filmmakers transition from one to the …

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