Author Archives: James McNally

By the Numbers

Ever since I began writing about film online, I’ve felt compelled to use some sort of visual rating system. Although never a fan of the simplistic “thumbs up” or “thumbs down” of Siskel and Ebert, I felt using a rating … Continue reading

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Once Upon a Time in America

Warner released Once Upon a Time in America on Blu-ray in Canada on January 11, 2011. Help support Toronto Screen Shots by buying it on Amazon.ca. Once Upon a Time in America (Director: Sergio Leone): The first and best thing … Continue reading

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SXSW Filmmakers, Start Your Engines!

I’m returning to Austin this March for my 11th consecutive South by Southwest and, borrowing an idea from myself, I’ve decided to solicit filmmakers ahead of time. Since I live in Canada, and the postal service can take up to … Continue reading

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Catfish

Alliance released Catfish on DVD in Canada on January 4, 2011. Help support Toronto Screen Shots by buying it on Amazon.ca. Catfish (Directors: Ariel Schulman and Henry Joost): I finally got see last year’s Sundance sensation and have to say … Continue reading

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French Launch Online Film Festival

UPDATE: I’m disappointed to report that here in Canada, it appears that all of the feature films are region-blocked. While I enjoy shorts, I was looking forward to checking out a few of the features. What really stinks about this … Continue reading

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