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SIFF interview: Talking with the stars and creators of Time Lapse

Chris Burlingame — Fri, 06 Jun 2014 14:58:24 +0000

Time Lapse is a tightly-wound psychological thriller/sci fi film that played at the Seattle International Film Festival. It involves three friends, Jasper, Callie, and Finn who find a camera that can take photos exactly twenty four hours into the future. The latter two are a couple with the former a roommate and complication to their relationship. … Continue reading →

“We didn’t want to make the film a handmaiden to the printed work”: Regarding Susan Sontag director Nancy Kates talks to the SunBreak

Chris Burlingame — Wed, 28 May 2014 18:36:17 +0000

Regarding Susan Sontag recently screened at the Seattle International Film Festival, where it was one of the most talked-about films. After a few dozen SIFF films, it stands as my favorite of the festival. It’s a brilliant documentary that makes the daunting author and critic accessible for readers who are both familiar and unfamiliar with her … Continue reading →

SIFF 2014: Festival Roundtable (Week One)

josh — Fri, 23 May 2014 16:09:47 +0000

We’re a week into the festival — how’s your SIFF so far? Josh: Either SIFF’s done a great job with programming or I’ve done well in selecting how to spend my time. I’ve had a pretty great run so far, basically everything’s been a 4 or above on the audience ballots. Chris: I’ve been moving (with … Continue reading →

SIFF 2014: The Search for General Tso (and Other Food Flicks)

Jay Friedman — Sat, 17 May 2014 04:32:49 +0000

The film traces the roots of the General Tso's chicken, ultimately finding its inventor in Taiwan, who calls the Americanized version “crazy nonsense.” Meanwhile, Jennifer 8. Lee describes the dish as contrary to everything Tso stood for: preserving Chinese culture and tradition.

SIFF 2014: Picks for Opening Weekend (May 16-18)

josh — Fri, 16 May 2014 17:10:24 +0000

SIFF gets off to a running start this weekend, complete with guest appearances from SIFF's Outstanding Achievements in Acting award winners Laura Dern and Chiwetel Ejiofor as well as a Saturday party for Dior & I. Aside from the big events, there's an intriguing slate of films to keep you inside all weekend including Ida, the Fault In Our Stars, and new movies from Xavier Dolan and Cedric Klapisch.

SIFF 2014: Pre-Festival Roundtable

josh — Thu, 15 May 2014 16:17:44 +0000

It's Opening Night for the 40th Seattle International Film Festival. We talk about the Jimi Hendrix biopic, our most anticipated films, and rehash some tried-and-true tips for festivaling like a pro.