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Report: Montréal World Film Festival 2011

Posted on August 24, 2011 by James McNally

I’ve just returned from my third annual trip to the Festival des films du monde in Montréal, a city I appreciate more each time I visit. I was there for five days, and saw 9 films during my time there. … Continue reading →

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Calvet

Posted on August 22, 2011 by James McNally

Calvet (Director: Dominic Allan): The story that Jean-Marc Calvet tells in this essentially one-man show is so unbelievable that you might find yourself not believing it. But director Allan, who doesn’t appear in the film, was on hand to assure … Continue reading →

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She Monkeys (Apflickorna)

Posted on August 20, 2011 by James McNally

She Monkeys (Apflickorna) (Director: Lisa Aschan): We are introduced to Emma just as she is joining an equestrian gymnastics team. Even though she’s the new girl, it’s clear she’s just as competitive and strong as Cassandra, the team’s unspoken leader. … Continue reading →

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Montréal World Film Festival 2011

Posted on August 16, 2011 by James McNally

Without even realizing it, I’ve created a new tradition. For the third year running, I will be spending a few days in Montréal seeing films at the Festival des films du monde. The Montréal World Film Festival, as it is … Continue reading →

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