Author Archives: James McNally

Meanwhile in Mamelodi

Meanwhile in Mamelodi (Director: Benjamin Kahlmeyer): In 2010, South Africa hosted the first soccer World Cup ever held on the African continent, and excitement and expectations were high. The plucky South African team (known affectionately as “Bafana Bafana” from the … Continue reading

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Outing

Outing (Directors: Sebastian Meise and Thomas Reider): Sven is a young German man who faces the camera at the very beginning of this harrowing film and confesses his (unwanted) sexual attraction to young boys. His confession and participation in the … Continue reading

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Hot Docs 2012 Preview, Part 2

As promised, here are a few more films that should be on your radar at this year’s Hot Docs. We’re just a few days away now, so if you haven’t already got your tickets or passes, better get on that! … Continue reading

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Hot Docs 2012 Preview, Part 1

It’s hard to believe, but I will be attending my ninth Hot Docs this year. My favourite film festival celebrates its 19th edition from April 26th through May 6th with an abundance of new energy. From a new programming director … Continue reading

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Toutes nos envies (All Our Desires)

Toutes nos envies (All Our Desires) screens as the closing film of Cinéfranco 2012 on Sunday April 1st at 6:30pm at the TIFF Bell Lightbox. Toutes nos envies (All Our Desires) (Director: Philippe Lioret): I’m confident in declaring that Philippe … Continue reading

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