C.J. Prince

TIFF Journal 2023: 'Strange Way of Life,' 'Riddle of Fire,' 'Without Air' and Final Thoughts
TIFF Journal 2023: 'Strange Way of Life,' 'Riddle of Fire,' 'Without Air' and Final Thoughts

The 48th edition of TIFF has come and gone, and while the ongoing Hollywood strikes led to a more subdued event than usual, from a festival goers' perspective, not much changed.

by C.J. Prince | Sep 19

TIFF Journal 2023: 'Next Goal Wins,' 'National Anthem,' & 'Hit Man'
TIFF Journal 2023: 'Next Goal Wins,' 'National Anthem,' & 'Hit Man'

Catching up on this year's TIFF, we highlight some films from big names, including Taika Waititi's "Next Goal Wins," the gay rodeo drama "American Anthem" and Richard Linklater and actor Glenn Powell's delightful collab "Hit Man."

by C.J. Prince | Sep 15

TIFF Journal 2023: 'Orlando, My Political Biography' & 'The Human Surge 3'
TIFF Journal 2023: 'Orlando, My Political Biography' & 'The Human Surge 3'

Here's a look at two films at the Toronto International Film that explore queer identity in very different ways.

by C.J. Prince | Sep 11

TIFF Journal 2023: Looking at Some Crossovers from Cannes
TIFF Journal 2023: Looking at Some Crossovers from Cannes

The Toronto International Film Festival kicked off this week. Here is a look at some titles in the festival that already made a splash at Cannes last Spring.

by C.J. Prince | Sep 8

11 Queer Titles We're Looking Forward to at TIFF 2023
11 Queer Titles We're Looking Forward to at TIFF 2023

A look at some of the LGBTQ+ offerings at this year's Toronto International Film Festival, highlighting 11 films we expect viewers will be looking forward to or will soon discover for themselves as hidden gems.

by C.J. Prince | Sep 4

Review: 'Fremont' is a Dry, Quirky Tale of a Refugee Finding Herself in America
Review: 'Fremont' is a Dry, Quirky Tale of a Refugee Finding Herself in America

Distinctive would be the key word to describe "Fremont," the latest feature by Iranian filmmaker Babak Jalali, which stands out with its portrait of modern-day America through the eyes of a new arrival to the country.

by C.J. Prince | Aug 24

EDGE Interview: Out Director Ira Sachs on New Film 'Passages,' that NC-17 Rating, & More
EDGE Interview: Out Director Ira Sachs on New Film 'Passages,' that NC-17 Rating, & More

Out filmmaker Ira Sachs ("Little Men," "Keep the Lights On") talks to EDGE about his new film, "Passages," as well as the controversial NC-17 ruling the MPAA gave it.

by C.J. Prince | Sep 1

Review: 'Passages' Follows Its Tempestuous Heart
Review: 'Passages' Follows Its Tempestuous Heart

Ira Sachs' exploration of three lives, along with their passions, wants, and heartbreaks, can't help but exist in opposition to our current social climate – as the film being slapped with an NC-17 rating confirms.

by C.J. Prince | Aug 2

Review: 'Afire' Merely Smolders
Review: 'Afire' Merely Smolders

"Afire" sees Christian Petzold taking a conscious step in a different direction from his prior films, but he also takes a slight step down, into well-worn tropes.

by C.J. Prince | Jul 12

Reflecting on the 2023 Cannes Film Festival
Reflecting on the 2023 Cannes Film Festival

A look at the 2023 Cannes Film Festivals, including Queer Palme nominees, as well as films that may have slipped under the radar.

by C.J. Prince | Jun 4


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