Posted by: Julian Ayrs on: October 29, 2008
Well, I reported earlier in the week that last-minute there was a lot of excitement over the announcement that “DOUBT” – adapted for the screen from the award-winning play by John Patrick Shanley – would kick-off the AFI Fest’s gala opening night.
Festival-goers were thrilled at the prospect of mixing and mingling on the red carpet [...]
Posted by: Julian Ayrs on: October 29, 2008
Keanu Reeves appeared on the witness stand yesterday – starring in a scene – which was obviously coached by an attorney.
For the jury, the whole fiasco was a fascinating peek into the world of celebrity and the pitfalls of fame in the underbelly of Hollywood.
Reeves was there to offer up a defense to an allegation [...]
Posted by: Julian Ayrs on: October 29, 2008
If given the golden opportunity, can mere children rise up and tackle social and political issues – that have challenged their parents for years – and effect real change?
After screening “The World We Want” – an uplifting documentary which premiered at the AFI Fest this afternoon – I wholeheartedly assert that the answer is a [...]
