Film

I’ve noticed a pattern in recent horror movies: specifically, in how they try to scare the audience. Imagery such as having a character smile really widely or hit themselves in…

If I Go Will They Miss Me and A Life Illuminated were named best narrative feature and best documentary feature respectively by 2026 San Luis Obispo International Film Festival judges…

Kristoffer Borgli’s new film The Drama is refreshingly original in its discussion of relevant societal issues. Some viewers have found the plot provocative and poorly executed. I disagree. The film…

Celebrated trail runner and environmental activist Peyton Thomas will attend a free, local screening of a short film that tells the story of a grassroots fight and a trail race…

Entertaining and Possibly Addicting A private detective with a myriad of mysterious personal problems is hired to take on a murder case in a small town (just 10 people)—a case…

“Write about an emotional discovery you made which led to a personal and profound change in your life.” Little do students know that on their first day of class, their…

"How to Date Again"   The 2026 SLO International Film Festival, running now through April 28, has announced it is experiencing historically full screenings.  In response to demand, the festival…

Perseverance and Determination "Photography saved my life. Photography's changed my life." George McKenzie Jr.'s first words in The Book of George, delivered after a heartfelt pause, set the tone for…

Startingly Lighthearted Director Shervin Kermani only needs eight minutes to make you fall in love with Ramón. Docufiction short Ramón Who Speaks to Ghosts was shot on La Palma in…

The Underwater Light At a time of heightened space exploration, A Life Illuminated reminds us of the wonder we have right here on our own planet.  Through marine biologist Edie…