Film
‘Lives Well Lived’ Shows Strength in Connecting with Elders
Sky Bergman’s documentary captures the history of modern America collected from life experiences from more than 40 people aged 70 and upward. Read story.
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
‘Ismael’s Ghosts’ Gets a Bit Too Undone at Times
It’s a stew of a film that lures viewers into its tasty trap without fully satisfying. Read story.
Saturday, April 14, 2018
‘A Quiet Place’ Ushers In Return of Creativity and Suspense in Horror
Director John Krasinski has reinvigorated modern thriller storytelling with a script, setting, and production that are original and fantastically constructed. Read story.
Friday, April 13, 2018
Wes Anderson’s ‘Isle of Dogs’ Is Easy and Uncluttered
Writer/director is at his meticulously whimsical best with the stop-motion feature. Read story.
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Mindy Sterling Talks ‘Drop Dead Gorgeous’
Actor/comedian comes to Santa Barbara as part of Carsey-Wolf Center’s Women in Comedy series. Read story.
Thursday, April 12, 2018
International Ocean Film Tour Comes to Santa Barbara
Toad&Co present an evening of movies dedicated to the seven seas. Read story.
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Steven Spielberg’s ‘Ready Player One’ Is an Engrossing, Memorable Adventure
Although the plot development is a little rushed at times, the story is suspenseful, engaging, and visually stunning. Read story.
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Dark Comedy ‘Barry’ Dazzles in Series Opener
Bill Hader stars as a reluctant hitman in his fab new show on HBO. Read story.
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
‘Itzhak’ Gives Glimpse Into Violinist Itzhak Perlman’s Life
Director Alison Chernick presents a touching and persuasive documentary on the celebrity virtuoso. Read story.
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
‘Wrinkle in Time’ Is an Empowerment Powerhouse
Replete with beautiful backdrops and stunning effects, this story possesses both significance and magic. Read story.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
NatureTrack Film Festival Makes Its Debut
Los Olivos hosts the three-day celebration of the outdoors. Read story.
Thursday, March 22, 2018
‘Ramen Heads’ Takes Viewers on Mouth Watering Journey
Japanese documentary delves into the specialized world of legendary gourmet ramen makers. Read story.
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
‘Thoroughbreds’ Portrays Contradictory Impulses of Affirmation and Destruction
Film homes in on the primitive and the savage at the core of WASP affluence. Read story.
Thursday, March 15, 2018
‘Leaning into the Wind: Andy Goldsworthy’ Is Dreamy and Visually Gorgeous
Thomas Riedelsheimer’s documentary paints a portrait of an artist who continues to evolve and invent. Read story.
Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Third Annual Santa Barbara Jewish Film Festival
This year’s roster includes features, shorts, and documentaries. Read story.
