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REVIEW: ‘The Vortex’ (2025)

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The Vortex is new Las Vegas themed drama from writer/director Richard Zelniker (As Night Comes) and co-writer Steven Barr (Mass Effect). The film stars Billy Gardell (The Electric State), Jaina Lee Ortiz (Rosewood) and Jamie McShane (Wednesday).

In 1980 Las Vegas, a Native Paiute cleaning lady enters a slots room at the MGM Grand Casino, setting off a chain of strange and unexpected events. Meanwhile, the in-house comic plays shrink to a host of colorful misfits while dodging mobsters and “collectors.” Struggling with a gambling addiction, he faces a decision that may determine his ultimate fate.

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REVIEW: ‘The Passengers’ (2025) – time capsule documentary

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New York film makers Thomas Mazziotti and Jerome Heaven have made multiple narrative films – both comedies and dramas. They now tackle the ambitious project of creating a documentary from 1992 time capsule footage. Footage initiated by a Village Voice ad asking New Yorkers to tell their stories of love, life and happiness – a year which was marked by event such as John Gotti’s conviction, Arthur Ashe’s AIDS confession and, of course, the Rodney King riots that rocked the country.

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REVIEW: ‘Unbanked’ (2025) – Bitcoin documentary

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Unbanked is a new documentary exploring the bitcoin revolution and cryptocurrency in general. The film comes from new film-makers David Kuhn and Lauren Sieckmann.

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Review: Séance (2024)

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Séance is a new gothic period psychological drama about grief, adultery, and ghosts…from writer/director Vivian Kerr (SCRAP). Kerr also stars in film alongside Scottie Thompson (Bel-Air, MacGyver), Jilon VanOver (Hatfields & McCoys, Better Call Saul) and Connor Paulo (Revenge, Gossip Girl).

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Review: Scrap (2022) indie drama starring Anthony Rapp & Lana Parrilla

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Scrap is the the feature writing/directing debut from Vivian Kerr (Séance) who also stars in the film alongside Anthony Rapp (Rent) and Lana Parrilla (Once Upon A Time)

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Review: ‘Chasing Chasing Amy’ documentary (2024)

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In CHASING CHASING AMY, filmmaker Sav Rodgers takes a journey of self-discovery while making a documentary about Kevin Smith’s‘ ‘Chasing Amy’‘ and its polarising reputation among the LGBTQ+ community. The film explores the transformational impact of a ‘90s rom-com on a 12 year old kid from Kansas, coming of age and contending with queer identity. For young Sav Rodgers , the Kevin Smith cult classic, CHASING AMY, became a life raft. As Rodgers examines the film and its making as a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ cinema, he finds himself at a complicated crossroads.

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Review: Indie Rooftop

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Review written by Ruby Lawson.

A Docuseries of Shorts (7 Episodes). Explore the world of Chicago independent music (literally on a Rooftop) with Jasmine Allen Tillman. Her series features performances and interviews from the most noteworthy and critically acclaimed indie musicians based in the Chicago area. Musicians featured hail from Nigeria, Baltimore, Virginia and more – each episode showcases a different artist and genre ranging from BabyXSosa’s hip-hop to Native-American inspired folk music from Land-is-Rising to flamenco pop singer Fany de la Chica to Grammy Nominated Will Jordan.

 

Get ready to explore the world of independent music with Indie Rooftop! Our docuseries features intimate interviews and performances from some of the most noteworthy independent artists today. From Fana Hues to Babyxsosa, Louis King to Fany de la Chica, Land is Rising to King Quan, and Will Jordan – get ready for an unforgettable journey into the world of indie music. Don’t miss out on this exclusive experience!

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Review: COAST

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Review written by Ruby Lawson.

COAST, is an 2022 independent film directed by Jessica Hester and Derek Schweickart from a screenplay by Cindy Kitagawa, who was inspired by her own childhood experiences, COAST blends the explorative experience of self-discovery with the untarnished filter of youth.

The film’s vibrant ensemble cast is anchored by Fátima Ptacek (longtime voice of Dora the Explorer); stand-up comedian Cristela Alonzo (Cars 3); and Academy Award® winner Melissa Leo (The Fighter).

Restless music-lover Abby (Ptacek) is desperate to escape the predominantly agricultural central California coast, where young thrill-seekers clash with generations of tradition. A new rebellious friend shakes up her crew, and she clashes with her newly-single mother (Alonzo), who is facing her own midlife crossroads and finding unexpected encouragement from an ailing patient (Leo). When Abby falls for the lead singer of a touring rock band (Kane Ritchotte), she finds herself on the precipice of a life-altering decision. Supported by a killer soundtrack and breakout performances, COAST is about finding your truth and letting the music take you home.

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Review: Forbearance

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“Forbearance” is director Lana Read’s third independent feature film. It is produced by female-led production company United Front Films and written by cancer-survivor Cedric Gegel. The cast features Vernon Wells (MAD MAX 2: THE ROAD WARRIOR, COMMANDO, POWER RANGERS) as Dr. George Ross, Paul Logan as Bo Erb, Juli Tapken as Callie Sunbury, Travis Hancock as Josh Sunbury, and Cedric Gegel as Jonah Sunbury.

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Review: Love in Kilnerry

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Love in Kilnerry is a new small-town comedy from writer/director/star Daniel Keith. Originally devised as a stage play, the film features an ensemble case alongside Keith including Kathy Searle, Roger Hendricks Simon, Sybil Lines, James Patrick Nelson, Sheila Stasack, Tony Triano & Debargo Sanyal.

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