Good for Nothing
The director of the world’s first “Kiwi Western” discusses his quirky, lovable, and beautifully shot film.
Year: 2011
Cut Executive Pensions to Make Funds Solvent
The Associated Press, on 12/29/2010, posted this news: Top executives at the University of California are threatening to sue if employees earning more than $245,000 annually do not receive a major pension hike.
Opening Night Lights
SBIFF kicks off with Parry Gripp/Harry Bossert trailer, decent first film, and a party for the people.
The Truth Behind the PBS/KCET Split
And why the L.A. station’s defection may be a bellwether for friction nationwide.
Typhoon at Muddy Waters Café
Monday night found the Portland 11-piece invading and rocking Santa Barbara’s favorite little venue space.
To the Maxx
Sports film sidebar goes mostly to the beach.
Spanish/Latin American Cinema
Spanish-language sidebar’s filmmakers compete for Nueva Vision Award.
Reel Nature
Nature films sidebar curated by filmmaker Mike DeGruy proves stellar again.
Focus on Quebec
French-Canadian sidebar offerings deal with addiction, loss, and new beginnings.
EastXWest
Asian-sourced sidebar explores domestic bliss and unhappiness.
