The Other Woman - C-

Rated R, 109 minutes

Kate Upton, Cameron Diaz and Leslie Mann

Mann steals predictable, unoriginal "Woman" from Diaz

The new female revenge comedy "The Other Woman" was clearly designed for mega star Cameron Diaz, but in the end Leslie Mann (of "This is 40" and also known as Mrs. Judd Apatow) walks off with the movie and the best lines. After discovering her boyfriend Mark ("Game of Thrones" handsome Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) is married, Carly (Cameron Diaz) tries to get her ruined life back on track and somehow befriends Mark's wife Kate (Mann). When another affair with the young, busty Amber (Kate Upton), is discovered, all three women team up to plot mutual revenge on the cheating, lying, three-timing Mark. Directed by Nick Cassavetes ("The Notebook") "The Other Woman" is a mildly entertaining, predictably vulgar and otherwise sexist rehash of "The First Wives Club" with less Midler and too much Diaz. Diaz, Mann and Upton are clearly no Midler, Hawn and Keaton, though Mann comes the closest in a fun role that shows off her comic physicality and her away of making the script seem much funnier than it really is. Worst of all is swimsuit model Upton, who is wasted in the film's dumbest role - yes the biggest boob of this group has the biggest boobs - (not to mention singer Nicki Minaj, who needlessly yet thankfully appears only briefly) - while the lovely Diaz, without Upton's boobs or Mann's comic abilities, is lost and looking older than her age. For those thinking this is a nod to feminism, it's clearly not given that it all revolves around the women making their lives better over a man. On that note, the hijinks, including spiking said man's food and drink with female hormones or a laxative, are stupid and unoriginal, and the come-uppance climax is so calculated it can be foretold within the first few frames of the film. "The Other Woman" should really be called "The Other Mann," given that the hilarious Mann steals the movie (whether panicked, drunk or sobbing, she's a hoot) and the film would be a total disaster without her. Leave it a Mann to make it all better.

Wes's Grade: C-

Brick Mansions - C

Rated PG-13, 90 minutes

David Belle and Paul Walker

Mildly entertaining "Brick Mansions" a middling remake

"Brick Mansions" is a mediocre, modestly enjoyable attempt to recreate the magic behind the 2004 French action classic "District 13," though it's not near as good. Part futuristic thriller, part action film and part crime drama, it's also a bittersweet tribute to one of its stars, the late Paul Walker and his fans may come out to catch a glimpse of one of his last performances. In a dystopian Detroit, abandoned brick mansions sit behind a large containment wall separated from the rest of the city, representing better times now house only the most dangerous criminals. Undercover cop Damien Collier (Walker) and Brick Mansions resident Lino (David Belle, from the original "District 13") become unlikely allies in trying to bring down a drug kingpin, Tremaine (rapper RZA) each with different motives, though they discover a plot much bigger and more sinister than they ever hoped. "Brick Mansions" is not a terrible film: it's fast-paced and filled with some terrific action set pieces, and I'm not talking about just all the car chases and explosions that fill the film. French action star, stuntman and choreographer Belle, the star of "District 13," nearly steals the show with his acrobatic moves, including the exciting opening sequence that has him hopping from rooftop to rooftop running from the bad guys. The thin script, including some goofy, over-the-top plot turns and contrivances, really hampers "Brick Mansions" from being a great film, adding in needless car chases and explosions. With "District 13" producer Luc Besson producing here too, some of the over-the-top choices made here shouldn't come as a big surprise, but unlike that earlier film, "Brick Mansions" never manages to gain a solid footing in its identity, and it's a forgettable exercise in how Hollywood can ruin a good thing by remaking it, trying to appeal to the masses. Walker's good-guy, cop role is typical for him too, and it's unfortunate that one of his last performances couldn't be in a better film. "District 13" is mildly entertaining, but forgettable fun with Belle and his wild moves the most memorable.

Wes's Grade: C

The Railway Man - B

Rated R, 116 minutes

"The Railway Man" a well-acted, compelling real-life war drama

Colin Firth and Nicole Kidman

The powerful new drama "The Railway Man"  is a poignant, if not slow-moving, real-life tale of British POWs during the war. It's also superbly acted by a pair of Oscar winners and a dashing newcomer. The film tells the true story of Eric Lomax (Colin Firth is the older Lomax newcomer and British actor Jeremy Irvine is the younger version), a British Army officer who is tormented as a prisoner of war at a Japanese labor camp during World War II. Decades later, Lomax and his beautiful love interest Patti (Nicole Kidman) discover that the Japanese interpreter responsible for much of his treatment is still alive. Directed by Jonathan Teplitzky and based on Lomax's (who died in 2012) autobiography of the same name, it's a layered, often intense film aided by the fact it's true and from the low-key but measured performances of its leads, particularly Firth in another stellar performance. Both he and Kidman, believable in what is essentially a supporting part, are solid though the film has some slow spots and the best parts of the film are the ones told in flashback without the more recognizable leads, who are offscreen for what seems like long periods of time. Those sequences, featuring the POWs and some harsh torture scenes, are made more compelling by handsome newcomer and model Irvine in a breakout performance as the bright POW who receives the harshest treatment by the Japanese. That's saying something for this prestigious British-Australian production, which has some detailed production design, an intelligent script and two Oscar-winners. The affecting final act, which includes prisoner finally meeting up with one of his aged torturers (Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada), was changed for dramatic effect yet still adds some substance and a provocative layer to the film. "The Railway Man" is a well-acted, powerful and satisfactory tale of courage and survival, with added poignancy from the fact it's true.

Wes's Grade: B

Bears - B

Rated G, 77 minutes 

Disney's thrilling, lovely "Bears" good for the whole family

In honor of Earth Day the last few years, Disney has brought to us documentaries about nature or animals such as "Earth," "African Cats" and "Chimpanzee" and now they deliver another lovely, heartwarming documentary "Bears" as it follows a real bear family in the majestic Alaskan wild for a year. Single mother Sky delivers two cute cubs, Amber and Scout, and the film follows their travails across the Alaskan wild as they search for food and battle predators, including a wolf pack and rival bears who threaten their existence. Directed by Alastair Fothergill, who helmed those other Disney efforts and narrated by Oscar-nominee John C. Reilly, it's suitable, predictable fun about animals for the whole family, and lovingly filmed. A few brief sections are a tad intense, particularly as they deal with rival bears, but the bear family, especially those cute, playful cubs, will draw you in quickly and hold your interest throughout. Reilly's narration seems too scripted and is occasionally a distraction, but keep in mind "Bears," like the other efforts delivered by Disneynature for Earth Day, aren't necessarily straight informative docs and focus on the adventure (and nearly everyone has names to keep it lighter) to keep the interest of the young ones. But like those other docs, the captivating "Bears" is a worthy entry and a must-see particularly for animal lovers.

Wes's Grade: B

Haunted House 2 - F

Rated R, 87 minutes

What's really shocking about unoriginal "A Haunted House 2" is how bad it is

The Wayans' brothers created the horror spoof genre with with "Scary Movie" and that film series eventually took off without them in many sequels. Marlon Wayans returned to the genre with, last year's modest hit the woefully unfunny spoof "A Haunted House" and now with its sequel, the woefully unfunny, profane "A Haunted House 2." Marlon Wayans is a genuinely talented comedian, so it's a bit of a surprise how bad it is, but if you've seen the "Scary Movie" films this follows a similar format, spoofing recent horror films such as "The Possession," "The Conjuring," "Mama" and "Insidious." Too bad the funny Essence Atkins, who stole the first film, isn't in this one hardly at all, instead replaced by Jaime Pressly of the TV show "My Name is Earl," along with comedians Gabriel Iglesias and Cedric the Entertainer, all of whom are wasted in this effort that's produced and co-written by Wayans. Terribly racist, offensive and just plain terrible for all involved, "A Haunted House 2" has a couple of laughs here and there, but they're mostly shock value ones (seeing Wayans have sex with a doll isn't exactly my idea of a good time). I don't recommend this at all.

Wes's Grade: F

God's Not Dead - C

Rated PG, 95 minutes

"God's Not Dead" delivers the Good News, but not a good movie

As a Christian and a movie-lover, I have to appreciate many of the faith-based films that have been released over the last few years, including the new film "God's Not Dead," based on the novel of the same name by Rice Broocks and the popular rock song by Christian rock band Newsboys. I appreciate the message given this is largely missing in mainstream Hollywood, as do many of my Christian friends, who wholeheartedly embrace many of these faith-based films. What I don't appreciate is the second or third-rate quality (acting, production values, etc) of many of these films, including this one, which often hurts the credibility of the message. In "God's Not Dead," a college freshman named Josh Wheaton (Disney star Shane Harper), is challenged by his atheist philosophy professor Jeffery Radisson (Kevin Sorbo) to prove that God is not dead. Other intersecting storylines include Radisson's Christian girlfriend Mina (Cory Oliver) whose douche-bag brother (Dean Cain) dumps his girlfriend (Trisha LaFache) because she has cancer, and all who struggle at some point or another with their faith. Directed by Christian filmmaker Harold Cronk, "God's Not Dead" delivers its message of faith, God, Jesus and the Good News very well, though in terms of pure movie making it doesn't deliver a great film and comes across as more of a second-rate apologetics class. The melodramatic, intersecting storylines aren't effective here, and it "God's Not Dead" would've been better had it focused on the more compelling Josh-Radisson storyline, which is the heart of the film. Though I'm glad that "God's Not Dead" has become a hit at the box-office (and especially within Christian circles), it would be better to show the world that a movie by and/or about Christians can actually be good.

Wes's Grade: C

Transcendence - C-

Rated PG-13, 119 minutes

Depp disappoints again in the sluggish "Transcendence"

Another year, another disappointing, big-budget Johnny Depp film. After 2012's "Dark Shadows" and last year's "The Lone Ranger," Depp has had a difficult time at the movie house lately, and his pretentious, very ambitious new drama "Transcendence" won't do him any favors. Depp is Will Caster, the foremost researcher in the field of Artificial Intelligence, working to create a sentient machine that combines the collective intelligence of everything ever known with the full range of human emotions. When he is killed by radical extremists, his mind is brought back to life through the very machine he created, with help from his wife (Rebecca Hall) and best friend (Paul Bettany), also researchers, though they quickly realize his thirst for knowledge becomes a dangerous thirst for power at all costs. Directed by Academy Award-winning cinematographer Wally Pfister ("Inception") in his directorial debut, it's an intriguing, big-idea, big-budgeted movie with a great cast that falters under sluggish storytelling that seems to get more preposterous the longer it goes on. It has a certain "Twilight Zone"-esque appeal that would've worked better with a different actor than Depp, whose intent these days seems to be collecting big paychecks (he got $20 million for this too, so don't feel too sorry for him) and giving self-aware performances that become a distraction to the story. "Transcendence" is most unfortunate given that a terrific cast, including the lovely Hall, Bettany along with Morgan Freeman and Cillian Murphy, is given little to do. It asks plenty of heady questions, but does little with them, and it's not helped by the slow pacing. "Transcendence" will likely be another flop for Depp, who should consider a supporting role in a low-key indie film to get him back on track. Until then, go rent any Depp film before 2004, when he started his slide into self-awareness.

Wes's Grade: C-

Cuban Fury - B-

Rated R, 98 minutes

Rom com "Cuban Fury" has a few fun, familiar moves

The energetic new rom com "Cuban Fury" is an eclectic mix of British humor and salsa dancing, and in spite of its familiar moves proves to be a fun time, thanks largely due to the likability of its leads, Nick Frost ("Shaun of the Dead") and "The Office's" lovely Rashida Jones. Frost is Bruce Garrett, who as a child was a salsa dancing star who gave it up after a nasty incident with some bullies. He's now a loutish office-worker and seeming doormat for his colleagues, including womanizer Drew (Chris O' Dowd, of "Bridesmaids"), and both have the hots for their new American boss, Jules (Jones). When Bruce learns Jules is also into salsa dancing, he gets back in shape to win the girl of his dreams. Directed by British TV director James Griffits and written by Jon Brown, "Cuban Fury" is sometimes as uneven and awkward as its title character, but it's mostly a winning, if not overly familiar, tale of the nice guy actually winning out. Frost has been typecast in these types of roles, though it's nice seeing him in a romantic comedy for a change instead of the zombie/action films he does with Simon Pegg (watch closely for a very brief but humorous cameo from Pegg). As his former dancing teacher, character actor Ian McShane of "Deadwood" fame steals some scenes, as does British TV actor Kayvan Novak as a typically over-the-top gay friend he meets in a salsa class. The film comes alive in its final salsa dancing scenes, though you can't help but wonder how much actual dancing that the always fun Frost did for the film. Enjoyable but predictable, check out "Cuban Fury" for some laughs and fun moves.

Wes's Grade: B-

50 to 1 - B-

Rated PG-13, 110 minutes

Inspiring "50 to 1" overcomes predictable story to win you over

If you enjoy a longshot true-life sports story, then the enjoyable, mostly winning "50 to 1" is you for you. It tells the true story of Mine that Bird, a horse that overcame 50 to 1 odds and started out dead last to come back to dramatically win the 2009 Kentucky Derby. Starring Skeet Ulrich ("Jericho") as trainer Chip Woolley and Christian Kane ("Leverage") and William Devane as the New Mexico cowboys who own the horse, it tells how the men trained the horse and overcame tremendous odds personally and professionally to become one of the more inspiring sports stories of the last few years. Directed by Jim Wilson, whose produced many Kevin Costner films includng "Swing Vote" and "Dances with Wolves," "50 to 1" is a small, low-key film that lacks the big-budget gravitas of similarily-themed films such as "Seabiscuit" and "Secretariat" and could have trouble finding a following with such a vague title, but in the end it will win you over. It's best when it focuses on the story of the horse instead of its unfunny attempts at buddy-buddy/road trip humor, which play more like a TV movie than a big screen effort its intended to be. Much like those other horse-related films, if you're familiar with the story, you already know how it turns out, but most of its still enjoyable nonetheless. If you stay over till the end, you'll also see how well the producers did at casting even some of the minor parts (Ulrich is a lookalike for Woolley, while singer/actor Kane looks nothing like owner Mark Allen). Enjoyable, predictable but "50 to 1" overcomes familiar odds to be a mildly winning effort, though lacking the emotion of some previous efforts with the same theme.

Wes's Grade: B-

Heaven Is for Real - B

Rated PG, 100 minutes

Heartwarming "Heaven Is for Real" inspires and connects

There has seemingly been a recent flood of faith-based feature films lately, including "Son of God," "God's Not Dead" and even the recent "Noah," and while you can add the affecting, two-hanky, new family film "Heaven Is for Real" to that list, though its story is a bit different. Directed by "Braveheart's" screenwriter Randall Wallace and based on the best-selling book of the same name, "Heaven Is for Real" is about a real-life Nebraska pastor (Greg Kinnear) whose 4-year old son Colton (newcomer Connor Corum in a memorable debut performance) has a near-death experience. Colton's near-death experience takes him to Heaven, and his recounts of details that were impossible for him to know beforehand challenges the faith of those around him, particularly his father. "Heaven Is for Real" is a clean, perfectly acceptable and often touching family film that strikes a better balance between solid storytelling and message than most Christian films lately ("God's Not Dead" looking at you). On that note, it's also a great example of how a mainstream Christian film can actually be serviceable by focusing on the story and not letting its message browbeat its audience to death. Heartwarming and well-acted, particularly from Kinnear, it's occasionally simplistic with visions of Heaven a little on the cheesy side, though you can't help but enjoy the childlike innocence of Colton, so beautifully portrayed by the immensely huggable Corum, who should have a future in films with such a cute face. I'm also glad one of my favorite character actresses, the always-funny Margo Martindale, is around to lend a hand and a quip or two. The pleasant "Heaven Is for Real" isn't perfect and isn't likely to garner superhero-like box-office, but it's far more likable and approachable than some recent Christian fare and makes you believe there is still goodness in film. Favorite scene: when Colton's sister Cassie (played by Lane Styles), forcefully decks a couple of bullies for making fun of her brother.

Wes's Grade: B

Joe - B

Rated R, 117 minutes

"Joe" a gritty but well-acted tale of redemption finds Cage in good form

Nicolas Cage and Tye Sheridan

Every so often Nicolas Cage returns to his indie roots and you realize he's a decent actor instead of the annoying action star he sold out to be. The dark indie drama "Joe" directed by Dallasite David Gordon Green is well-acted but edgier fare than usual for Cage, yet it's one of his better performances of late. Cage stars as hard-living, hot-tempered, ex-con Joe Ransom, who is just trying to dodge his instincts for trouble - until he meets a hard-luck but hard-working kid, (Mud's Tye Sheridan) who awakens in him a fierce and tender-hearted protector. Directed by Green and written by Gary Hawkins based on Larry Brown's novel, it's a gripping though violent, often bizarre tale that may not win over some of Cage's usual fan base. The slow first act in particular is a bit rambling, but it comes together quite nicely in the foreboding, tragic last act along with some nice performances. Cage's low-key, intense turn works well with Sheridan's emotionally bruised turn, who upstages Cage with a natural charm and smile that could make him as big a star as Cage. Those who enjoyed him in his breakout turn in last year's "Mud" will enjoy him here too, and here's hoping we see more of him. "Joe" is filled with some unusual, downright weird moments (Cage skillfully cutting up a deer and a bloody dog fight among them) and Green draws it out too long, but the strong performances and the Cage-Sheridan chemistry make this a memorable film. "Joe" is bizarre, gritty, poignant and far from mainstream, which is the film's appeal. Definitely worth a look yet very different from you might expect from Cage.

Wes's Grade: B

Draft Day - B-

Rated PG-13, 105 minutes

Charming, predictable “Draft Day” sticks with familiar choices

Kevin Costner

You know that the affable new sports comedy “Draft Day” is a work of fiction when a statement is made about the Dallas Cowboys winning games.  Timed for release with the real NFL Draft Day, the movie “Draft Day” welcomes Kevin Costner back to the world of sports again after the classic hits “Field of Dreams” and “Bull Durham," this time with NFL football. Though this isn’t as good as those films, the familiar “Draft Day” is charming and predictable enough to win you over by the end of the film. Sonny Weaver Jr. (Costner) General Manager of the Cleveland Browns must fight to land the number 1 draft pick after a thirteen-year unlucky streak. Can Weaver turn that around, or will he just drive the team into a deeper hole? The enjoyable, heartwarming “Draft Day” pulls no surprises but should please those looking for a springtime popcorn flick and audience hit. Directed by Ivan Reitman of “Ghostbusters” fame, “Draft Day” is infused with enough fun moments to keep afloat in spite of a predictable script and a few minor annoyances , including heavy use of split screen for telephone calls and a Costner-Jennifer Garner romance that lacks chemistry and believability. Much like the similiarily-sports themed “Moneyball,”  “Draft Day” is best when focused on the wheeling and dealing in the world of pro football, peppered with some memorable characters such as the fast-talking head coach played by Dennis Leary, the passionate football player from “42’s” Chadwick Boseman or Oscar-winner Ellen Burstyn’s opinionated no-nonsense mother rounding out the large but likable cast, some of whom are underused. The script never fully explores the Garner-Costner relationship or even the relationship between Sonny and his dad (ala Costner’s own “Field of Dreams”), and on that note the overly familiar “Draft Day” shortchanges its audience a bit, but if you enjoy pro football and seeing Costner in another sports comedy, then the pleasant, entertaining film will suit you just fine, football fan or not. 

 

 Wes’s Grade: B-

Rio 2 - B-

Rated G, 101 minutes

Colorful "Rio 2" provides more high-flying fun, this time in the Amazon

"Rio 2" is the sequel to the 2011 hit animated movie "Rio" and it provides more familiar, bright fun for the kiddoes and their families. It's a jungle out there for Blu (Jesse Eisenberg), Jewel (Anne Hathaway) and their three kids after they're hurtled from that magical city to the wilds of the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in, he goes beak-to-beak with the vengeful Nigel (Jermaine Clement), and meets the most fearsome adversary of all - his father-in-law (Andy Garcia). Directed by Carlos Saldanha, who directed the first "Rio," "Rio 2" is pleasant, enjoyable fun for the young set, and peppered with some humorous songs. The visuals and animated are as vibrant and clean as the first film, but the rambling script isn't exactly revelatory, providing similar plotting as the first, including the villain, though Clement is fun as the evil Cockatoo, as is his sidekick, a poison dart frog named Gabi played with sheer delight by Kristin Chenowith, whose familiar pipes are heard singing a couple of the songs. "Rio 2" goes on a little too long and its middle act seems padded with unnecessary filler, but the kids shouldn't mind, with its last act picking up to a more energetic "save the environment" type of climax. If you saw and enjoyed "Rio," then you will enjoy this charming sequel, even if it doesn't expound on that film much.

Wes's Grade: B-

DIFF April 4th

My first full day of the Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF). Caught two very films, the documentary "Above All Else" and the Nicolas Cage film "Joe." The Texas-filmed and based documentary "Above All Else" carries with it some relevancy since it takes place in our own backyard, and concerns the story of a landowner's struggle against the Keystone XL Pipeline project that covers most of North America. Directed by John Fiege and co-produced by actress Daryl Hannah, it follows East Texas landowner David Daniel's (seemingly fruitless) fight to stop a pipeline from being built on his property. Relevant, stirring yet a tad dry, it's a truly sad story without an upbeat ending. The second film I saw was another Texas-filmed drama, the edgy and well-acted David Gordon Green ("Pineapple Express") movie "Joe." Starring Nicolas Cage and Ty Sheridan ("Mud") and filmed in the Austin area, it's dark, weird and often rambling, but it helps you remember that Cage got his start on edgier fare like this until he sold out and became an action film star. On that note, Cage gives one of his better performances of recent years, though he is upstaged by the up-and-coming Sheridan, giving another emotionally brilliant performance that grounds the films. Opening in Dallas on April 11, I will have a full review of "Joe" on this blog upon its release.

Captain America: The Winter Soldier - B

Rated PG-13, 136 minutes

Chris Evans as Captain America

"Captain America: Winter Soldier" another rollicking, energetic Marvel ride

In the superhero digest, Steve Rogers/Captain America is generally found in the lower rung, somewhere between the Hulk and Batman. Captain America is back for another standalone film, "Captain America: Winter Soldier," a follow-up to the 2011 hit "Captain America" as part of the ongoing, vastly popular "Avengers" series. Much more engaging than the 2011 film, "Winter Soldier" is a rollicking ride that should earn its place somewhere between "IronMan" (still the best of the standalone Marvel films) and "Thor" (better than both "Thor" films. In this outing Captain America (Chris Evans, chiseled as ever), along with S.H.I.E.LD. operatives Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) and Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), battle a secret organization that has infiltrated S.H.I.E.L.D with the likes of politicos (Robert Redford, a great cast addition) and a super-secret agent the Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan), who have links to Captain America's past and threaten to destroy much of the planet. Directed by the Russo brothers, Anthony and Joe Russo of "Arrested Development" fame, "Winter Soldier" is a nice entry in the Marvel series, action-packed, intense and less CG-heavy, though it takes itself much too seriously than some of the other "Avengers" outings. Along with Redford, there are some decent additions to the cast, including Anthony Mackie as a high-flying Falcon and Emily VanCamp from the "Revenge" TV show as another super secret agent. Swiftly paced and filled with some great action sequences and fight scenes, "Winter Soldier" has much more grit and energy than the 2011 film. As with some of Marvel's outings, the plotting is a tad muddled and overlong, but it moves along nicely, with a climax and ending that certainly leaves it open for more Captain America installments. In addition, fanboys and Marvel enthusiasts should stay for more over-the-credits scenes that provide a preview of future Marvel outings. "Captain America" is a satisfying, rollicking ride that should please even non-superhero or Marvel fans. Definitely worth it if you enjoy this sort of thing.

Wes's Grade:  B

WELCOME to my NEW movie review site!

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Yes, a change was needed, it was long overdue, so here it is...my NEW movie review site!

Effective April 2014, this will be where all my new movie reviews will be posted, and what a way to start, with Captain America opening this weekend, in addition to the Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF), which also opens this weekend in Dallas, Texas. Please watch this blog space as I will be posting updates throughout DIFF. I hope you enjoy my new blog site.

I have a permanent link to the old site, but here it is again if you want to see archived reviews prior to April 2014 on my previous review site.
http://downatthetheater.blogspot.com/

Thanks for much for visiting my site. I hope to see you all at the movies!!

Wes Singleton
April 2014

The Dallas International Film Festival April 3-13

The 2014 Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF) kicks off Thursday, April 3 and runs through Sunday, April 13. I'll be there, will you? Click on the link below for the full movie schedule and how to get tickets. Watch this blog space for more details as I will be posting updates throughout the festival.

http://diff2014.dallasfilm.org/