Which Docs Will Get the Nod?
Guest contributor Austin Lugar takes a look at the 15 documentaries shortlisted for an Oscar nomination, and which five will most likely fill out the roster.
At the Mountains of Movie Madness — Week 13
The final consummation of Austin Lugar's epic movie challenge!
At the Mountains of Movie Madness — Week Twelve
Alan Rickman's American accent, an anticipated sequel, Filipino unrest, radio hijinks and more Jeff Goldblum make up this random set of films that leads towards the final week.
Samsara
This gorgeous look at the wheel of life from all corners of the planet is the movie that you absolutely must see in theaters this year.
At the Mountains of Movie Madness: Week Eleven
Austin travels to Asia for a Taiwanese kung-fu movie, Chinese romantic comedy and a Filipino drama. This article will get so many hits!!!
At the Mountains of Movie Madness: Week Ten
Austin hits two of the lowest lows and finds a few nice surprises that involve a fake Sherlock Holmes, criminal gardeners and a French monster.
At the Mountains of Movie Madness: Week Nine
The rule of thumb this week is if it doesn't involve dancing, it's not a good movie. I know, I thought "Thankskilling" would be a winner, too!
The Pirates! Band of Misfits
This silly comedy ended up being one of the best underseen movies of the year.