The Playroom
In the tradition of The Ice Storm, The Playroom revisits 1970s suburbia, when the chilly civility between husband and Stepford wife bumps up against the sexual revolution. Over the course of one endless night, their teenage daughter transitions to womanhood with eyes wide open to what lies before her and what she’s leaving behind.... read more
Found in: Movies, ReviewsJohn Hawkes, Elle Fanning Star in Sigur Rós' Final Mystery Film Experiment
The 16th and final entry in Sigur Rós’ Valtari Mystery Film Experiment includes a few familiar faces and songs. Directed by Floria Sigismondi (The Runaways), “Leaning Towards Solace” incorporates two tracks from the Icelandic band’s most recent album, “Dauðalogn” and “Varúð,” as well as big screen talent in John Hawkes (Winter’s Bone) and Elle Fanning (Somewhere). Sigur Rós will be hitting the road in March for a headlining North American tour (see dates here) in support of Valtari. Check out the new 12-minute short film below. ... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThe Sessions
Hawkes is as wonderful as ever, physically transforming for the role by adopting Mark’s distinct nasal, little-boy voice and lying on a soccer-sized foam ball to achieve the character’s spine curvature. read more
Found in: Movies, ReviewsThe 20 Best Acting Performances of Sundance 2012
Sundance isn't just a place where great directors are born and grow, it's also the home of some of the best acting performances of each year in film. Paste film editor Michael Dunaway and contributing writer Jeremy Matthews each pick their 10 favorites. read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DaySee the First Image of Daniel Day-Lewis With His Lincoln Beard
Spielberg’s long in development film "Lincoln" is finally shooting in Richmond, Virginia, and a local has taken the first picture of star Daniel Day-Lewis sporting his Lincoln beard for the title role. read more
Found in: Movies, NewsMartha Marcy May Marlene
First-time feature writer-director Sean Durkin has crafted an assured and exquisitely controlled indie drama about a young woman’s escape from a cult commune and her uneasy reentry into the real world. In the lead is Elizabeth Olsen (younger sister of Mary-Kate and Ashley) in her first film role—a naked performance (literally and emotionally) that exposes a fresh, raw talent. Like a peach, she’s vulnerable on the surface, malleable and easily bruised, but with a stone of conviction at her core.... read more
Found in: Movies, ReviewsWatch the New Martha Marcy May Marlene Trailer
Elizabeth Olsen, by now you should all know she is Mary-Kate and Ashley’s younger sister, is already getting Oscar buzz over her roll as Martha in Martha Marcy May Marlene which premiere at Sundance, showed at Cannes and will receive a limited release on October 7. read more
Found in: Movies, NewsPaste's Best of Sundance 2011
After a week and a half in Park City and two more weeks watching screener DVDs, we are proud to present our own favorites from Sundance 2011. Where applicable, we’ve also listed the Festval’s own award and what that jury said about it.... read more
Found in: Movies, FeaturesDavid Lynch Television Presents Short Film Path Lights
Starting today, the David Lynch Foundation's website will debut a short film by Zachary Sluser... read more
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