Julia Lasker 160 posts
As an associate for FF2 Media, Julia writes reviews and features for films made by women. She is currently a senior at Barnard College studying Psychology. Outside of FF2, her interests include acting, creative writing, thrift shopping, crafting, and making and eating baked goods. Julia has been at FF2 for almost 4 years, and loves the company and its mission dearly.

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Neasa Ní Chianáin: A Whistleblower Documentarian with Heart

On this day in 2016, School Life, a heartwarming documentary about the last remaining boarding school for primary age children in Ireland, was released in theaters. This film was directed by Neasa Ní Chianáin, whose career has included many gems, including this one. 

Neasa Ní Chianáin is an Irish documentary filmmaker whose work has ranged from controversial to beloved.read more.

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The Riotous Partnership of Jen Tullock & Hannah Pearl Ott

On this day in 2019, Before You Know It, a comedy about a dysfunctional pair of sisters, was released in theaters. That makes today the perfect day to celebrate the longstanding collaboration of the dynamic duo at the heart of the film, Jen Tullock and Hannah Pearl Utt!

Jen Tullock and Hannah Pearl Utt are both actors and filmmakers whose collaboration began with the 2015 comedic short film Partners, which they wrote together.read more.

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Director Kim Farrant is a Master of Atmospheric Tension

Four years ago today, Angel of Mine was released in theaters. That makes today the perfect day to celebrate its fabulous director, Kim Farrant!

Kim Farrant is an Australian director known for her riveting mysteries and thrillers. Born and raised in Australia, Kim received her masters in Film and TV Directing from the Australian Film Television and Radio school.read more.

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Isabel Coixet’s Films Capture a Wide Range of Subjects Deeply

Five years ago today, The Bookshop (or La Librería) was released in theaters. A visually stunning and perfectly-acted historical drama, this film was written and directed by Isabel Coixet, who we will be celebrating today. 

Isabel Coixet is a Spanish filmmaker whose work has reached great success both in Spain and in the USA.read more.

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Julia Reichert’s Historical Documentaries Make History

To celebrate the release of American Factory on this day in 2019, we’re taking a look back at its director Julia Reichert’s incredible career. 

Julia Reichert was an American filmmaker and activist. In the late sixties, Julia began her lifelong involvement with interviewing and storytelling, and with feminism.read more.

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