From IMDb: A documentary film that tells the story of young people leaving their home country to try their luck somewhere else. Back to the Fatherland opens 6/14. FF2 review coming soon!
Author: Anika Guttormson
Anika Guttormson is a film student studying at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY.
GHOST FLEET (2018): Review by FF2 Media
From IMDb: A small group of activists risk their lives on remote Indonesian islands to find justice and freedom for the enslaved fishermen who feed the world’s insatiable appetite for seafood.Ghost Fleet opens 6/7. FF2 review coming soon!
'Woodstock: Three Days That Defined A Generation' a nostalgic reminder of a poorly run festival
Woodstock: Three Days That Defined a Generation gives us a look into the ups and down of the historic Woodstock festival in Bethel, New York. It is a magical and nostalgic look into the 1969 festival that set the precedent for what all modern festivals have become. (AEG 3.5/5) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson…
'The Souvenir' a murky look into complicated relationship
The Souvenir, directed by Joanna Hogg, is a period piece set in 1980s London that follows the life of budding film student Julie as she navigates a tumultuous relationship with an older man. (AEG: 2.5/5) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson Joanna Hogg attempts a great feat in her latest film, The Souvenir: she allows…
'Charlie Says' a sympathetic study of Manson family cult victims
Synopsis: Mary Harron, director of American Psycho and I Shot Andy Warhol, has just released her newest true crime film Charlie Says (2019). Headlining stars such as Matt Smith, this film asks its viewer to recontextualize the myth of the Manson family cult to become more understanding of the women who were trapped in his…
'Long Shot' Rom-Com Sidelines The Politics in Charlize Theron's Presidential Run
Long Shot is a political romantic comedy following journalist Fred Flarsky (Seth Rogen) as he is appointed to the role of speech writer for secretary of state Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron) as she begins her presidential campaign. (AEG: 3/5) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson Long Shot, directed by Jonathan Levine and written by Dan…
RAFIKI (2018): Review by FF2 Media
From IMDb: “Good Kenyan girls become good Kenyan wives,” but Kena and Ziki long for something more. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety. Rafiki opens 4/19. FF2 review coming soon!
'Wild Nights With Emily' Restores Truth To The Life Of Emily Dickinson
Synopsis: Playwright and director Madeleine Olnek delivers an insightful and hysterical exploration of poet Emily Dickinson’s lesbian love affairs in Wild Nights With Emily. (AG: 3/5) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson If you walk into Wild Nights With Emily with the idea that it’s going to be a somber tale about “spinster-recluse” Emily Dickinson…
'Reinventing Rosalee' Documentary Is A Heartfelt Portrayal of Rebuilding One's Life After WWll
Budding director Dr. Lillian Glass reveals a moving portrait of her mother’s life in the new documentary Reinventing Rosalee. The story follows Rosalee through various stages of her life, from her escape from WWII Germany to her time spent in Soviet prisoner-of-war camps to rebuilding her life in the United States. (AG: 3.5/5) Review by…
'Roll Red Roll' Delivers Honest Look Into The Toxic Masculinity That Defines One Small Town
Director Nancy Schwartzman delivers a hard-hitting portrait of a small Ohio town that is forced to reconcile with a culture that keeps women from coming forward about assault and the technology that helped a young woman find justice. (AG: 4/5) Review by FF2 Intern Anika Guttormson [Content warning for mentions of sexual assault] Budding director…