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‘Parabellum’ Movie Review – offers a minimalist take on the Apocalypse

Parabellum Written by Ana Godoy, Esteban Prado and Lukas Valenta Rinner Directed by Lukas Valenta Rinner Argentina/Austria/Uruguay, 2015 Cinema is certainly no stranger to Armageddon scenarios. Whether it’s environmental collapse, zombie uprising, or alien infestation, these CGI-stuffed extravaganzas aren’t exactly known for their subtle charms. Parabellum, the debut film from Austrian director Lukas Valenta Rinner, proves that …

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MIFF 2012: Is “Normal School” more than just an underachiever with potential?

Normal School (Escuela Normal) Directed by Celina Murga Written by Celina Murga, Juan Villegas 2012, Argentina   Any time a narrative film or documentary, or any art form for that matter, attempts to portray a well-defined social entity, whether it be a community or an institution contained within walls, there can be moments of giddying …

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TJFF 2012: Watching ‘The Prize’ in totality is an unsavory Pyrrhic victory

The Prize Written and directed by Paula Markovitch Mexico, 2011 After winning an essay contest at her school, seven-year old Cecilia (Paula Galinelli Hertzog) is showered with praise. Her teacher has the entire class form a line, and one-by-one, she has everyone give Cecilia a congratulatory kiss on the cheek. That is, except for one. …

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The Amazing Race, Ep. 20.02, “You Know I’m Not as Smart as You”: Bring on the solar power and bad math!

The Amazing Race Review, Season 20, Episode 2, “You Know I’m Not as Smart as You” Airs Sundays at 8pm (ET) on CBS During its early years, The Amazing Race thrived on unpredictable moments that no producer could plan in advance. The first season included an airport strike in Rome that caused delays and serious …

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The Amazing Race, Ep. 20.01, “Tears of a Clown” provides a high-flying, suspenseful beginning

The Amazing Race Review, Season 20, Episode 1, “Tears of a Clown” Airs Sundays at 8pm (ET) on CBS One of the most intriguing aspects of The Amazing Race is the extensive game design required to keep the teams moving through the planned course. The right combination of clues, transportation, and tasks can provide great …

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