Interview: Erica Linz of ‘Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away 3D’
Posted Fri, 21 Dec 2012 by Ben

When I first got word of a Cirque du Soleil movie, I wasn’t sure what to expect. After the credits rolled on ‘Worlds Away’ though, I was pleasantly surprised at what was presented before me.

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Holiday Movie Recommendations From PFS
Posted Fri, 21 Dec 2012 by Ben

Hello, Film Society! After a brief hiatus, Blogger Ben is back behind the blog with brand new banter. And alliteration. Because who doesn’t love that, right?

Now that all that “End of the World” madness is behind us, we can focus on the holiday season. While you’re preparing your houses for those yuletide gatherings, writing up the last of the cards, or scouring Amazon.com for last minute gifts, maybe you’d like to throw on a Christmas movie to keep you company.

But you don’t have time to think about what to put on, right? Well that’s where I come in!

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PFS Staff Top 5 Favorite Films of 2012
Posted Fri, 21 Dec 2012 by Anonymous

2012 has been a great year in cinema and with only a few more weeks left in December, we decided to poll the staff for their personal favorite films of the year.

Alyssa:

  1. Moonrise Kingdom
  2. Skyfall
  3. Dark Night Rises
  4. Argo
  5. Sleepwalk with me

Andrew:

  1. Silver Linings Playbook
  2. Cabin in the Woods
  3. Looper
  4. Django Unchained [*

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The Final Day of the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
Posted Fri, 16 Nov 2012 by Ben

Last weekend, all who attended this year’s Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival were treated to some excellent films, fantastic events, and rousing receptions (as well as some bangin’ parties). I know I had a great time at the Asian Americans In Hollywood panel at International House. I even got to meet Parry Shen and B.D. Wong!

But you'll hear all about my experiences later because this year's PAAFF is not over yet! There’s still a full day of films to check out over at Asian Arts Initiative at 1219 Vine Street.

Check out what’s in store:

1:00pm [u]‘Mr.

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Find Out Who Won What At PFF21

Posted Fri, 09 Nov 2012 by Ben

If you recall, after each movie in the Philadelphia Film Festival, you were asked to rate the film on a ballot. Well, the numbers are in and we’ve determined some of the standout, award-worthy films of PFF21!

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Exclusive Interview With M. Night Shyamalan
Posted Fri, 09 Nov 2012 by Ben

During the 21st Philadelphia Film Festival, we celebrated the 10-year anniversary of M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Signs’ at the Prince Theater with a Q&A with the director and WMMR's ‘Preston & Steve’ morning show host/movie buff Steve Morrison after the film. Here are some pictures from the event to relive the great time had by all attended:

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Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival Kicks Off Today!
Posted Thu, 08 Nov 2012 by Ben

PFF21 is in the history books, but we don't run the only film festivals in town. Tonight marks the opening night of the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival presented by HBO, which runs until November 17th. Holding screenings at International House in University City and Asian Arts Initiative at 12th & Vine, the PAAFF is boasting a great program of films showcasing and celebrating the Asian American experience for a broader audience.

The opening film is called 'Shanghai Calling'.

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The Final Countdown: My Tally & Top 5 From PFF21
Posted Wed, 31 Oct 2012 by Ben

This year’s Philadelphia Film Festival has come and gone, and after a few days to rest/deal with a natural disaster, we’re all back at work here at the Film Society. And though festival season has passed, the great films that we all got to see won’t soon leave our minds.

Over the course of the eleven-day festival, I saw a total of 25 films. In an effort to relive the awesome movies that I got to see at this year’s festival, I’d like to share with you my top 5 favorite films of the festival.

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What's your PFF21 Number?
Posted Tue, 30 Oct 2012 by Anonymous

11 days, 103 films and 18 shorts-How many did you see?

We’ve received great feedback on the 2012 Festival and are amazed with the number of films our members and guests were able to view this year! Thanks for all your support and we hope you enjoyed PFF21!

Here are some of our top attendees and their favorites from the Festival:

Phil McCarty - 50 Films:
1. Three Worlds
2. Atomic States of America
3. Lore
4. A Royal Affair
5. Simon Killer

Keith Lyons – 46 Films:
1. Diaz: Don’t Clean Up this Blood
2. Holy Motors
3.

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Last Day of PFF21 With 2 For 1 Tix, Despite Hurricane Warnings!
Posted Sun, 28 Oct 2012 by Ben

Sandy who? There's still a full day of screenings at the 21st Philadelphia Film Festival! And if you brave the weather, you can take advantage of our buy one get one free tickets. Hopefully these savings are the only things to blow you away today and not the high winds.

If you're not sure what to see tonight, might I sugest the following:

Don't Stop Believin': Everyman's Journey
[i]A rockumentary about Arnel Pineda, the internet sensation that went from leading a Filipino cover band to fronting one of the most legendary bands of all time, Journey.

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