Favorite Films of 2023
From steely explorations of historical atrocities to romantic ghost stories set in the contemporary, here are Foremost Film’s favorite movies that made their theatrical release in the U.S. during 2023.
This Year, I Took My Favorite Movie-Lover to the Virginia Film Festival: My Mother!
This year’s Virginia Film Festival had a very special guest in attendance – my mom! Check out her thoughts and perspectives on some of the films that we screened together at the 36th edition of VAFF.
36th Annual Virginia Film Festival Wrap-Up: Ava DuVernay and Matthew Heineman's Latest Works Score Audience Award Wins
Held October 25-29 in Charlottesville, the 36th Virginia Film Festival boasted over 100 events, nearly 20,000 attendees, and 40 sold-out screenings.
2023 Virginia Film Festival Preview: Oscar Hopefuls and International Favorites Make Their Way to Screens Across Charlottesville, October 25-29
Taking place from October 25-29, this year’s 36th edition of the Virginia Film Festival will bring over 80 screenings and events, bringing many of the most anticipated films of 2023 to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
First Impressions: Toronto International Film Festival 2023
Foremost Film’s first thoughts and reactions on the buzziest titles at this year’s edition of the Toronto International Film Festival. *CONSTANTLY UPDATING*
2023 Toronto International Film Festival Preview: 10 Titles to Look Forward To
TIFF time is almost here! These are the 10 film’s part of this year’s festival that we at Foremost Film are most looking forward to.
First Impressions: Cannes Film Festival 2023
Foremost Film’s initial thoughts and reactions on the buzziest titles at this year’s 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.*CONSTANTLY UPDATING*
Cannes 2023 Preview: 5 Films to Be Hyped for in This Year’s Official Selection
A preview of some of our most-anticipated films premiering at this year's Cannes Film Festival, which will take place May 16-27.
For the First Time, Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s Sophomore Feature ‘Passion’ Is Coming to U.S. Theaters
15 years after its initial release, Hamaguchi’s ‘Passion’ will finally be available in the U.S.
Revisiting: ‘Rome, Open City’, a Cornerstone of Italian Neorealist Cinema
Revisiting one of Italian cinema’s most-celebrated films for a much needed post-Academy Awards palate cleanser.
‘Of An Age’ Illustrates The Lifechanging Importance Of A Chance Encounter Through The Queer Perspective
Macedonian-Australian filmmaker Goran Stolevski uses personal experience to create one of recent cinema’s most emotional and honest portrayals of queer young love.
Favorite Films of 2022
From blockbuster spectacles to intimate arthouse films, here are my favorite movies of the year that I have grown connected to championing as they have made their way into the world.
Hot Takes: TIFF 2022
Catch my initial reactions to some of the movies I’m catching at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival! CONSTANTLY UPDATING.
Previews: The 2022 Toronto International Film Festival
A sneak-peak into the films I am most excited for at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival.
Revisiting: ‘Amy’ Utilizes Archival Footage to Capture the Essence of Amy Winehouse
In reaction to the announcement of an Amy Winehouse biopic in the works, we revisit Asif Kapadi’s emotional and authentic 2015 documentary Amy.
Revisiting: The Style and Romance of ‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’
Returning to French filmmaker Jacque Demy’s hearbreaking and passionate Palme d’Or winning musical from 1964.
3 Jours à Cannes: Cannes Film Festival 2022 Wrap-Up
My favorites from a packed lineup at the 75th edition of Cannes Film Festival.
Peeter Rebane and Tom Prior on ‘Firebird’ and Bringing a Soviet-Era True Story of Forbidden Love to Life.
I sat down with the director of ‘Firebird’ as well as the film’s leading actor to discuss its real life roots, independent production, and dedication to its historical setting.
Favorite Films of 2021
Although 2021 has brought so many great films to my attention, here is a compilation of my favorites of the year that I support with great passion.
Five Early Best Picture Predictions
While it is still too early to make an accurate prediction for the Best Picture winner at the 94th Academy Awards, here is a brief examination of five current releases that are likely to be in serious contention for the most sought after Oscar of the year: