Category Archives: Film

The Blue Blog: Crystal-izing the Oscar Experience

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Tyler

Late last night, I imagine that the Weinstein Brothers were swirling their scotch, puffing stogies and laughing at their impressive feat. A feat which felt awfully familiar to anyone paying attention. Back in 1998, thanks to the shameless promoting of … Continue reading →

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S.B. Celebrates Jeff Bridges Day – Local resident, acclaimed actor holds court at the Lobero

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 15, 2010} A certain Hallmark holiday took a back seat on Sunday as the Santa Barbara International Film Festival had a different kind of celebration in mind. Jeff Bridges Day, as … Continue reading →

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Movers and Shakers – “Underappreciated” producers demystify their process

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 14, 2010} Producers are absolutely integral to the success of any movie, so why do their roles remain such a mystery? “Movers & Shakers,” the third in a series of panels … Continue reading →

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More More Moore – Four-time Oscar nominee receives Montecito Award

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 12, 2010} Even when there’s a lot going on at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, the action feels a tad subdued without a red carpet event at the Arlington Theater. … Continue reading →

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Hurts So Good – Kathryn Bigelow receives Director of the Year award

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 9, 2010} Kathryn Bigelow may not be a household name quite yet, but if the critics are right, that could all change very soon. One day after she participated in an … Continue reading →

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Lights, Camera, Cameron – Governor presents James Cameron with Modern Master Award

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 7, 2010} Just because you’ve made the top two highest grossing films in box office history doesn’t necessarily mean that people want to see you in the flesh. Such was the … Continue reading →

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Cream of the Directorial Crop – Director’s Panel Features Four Oscar Nominees

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 8, 2010} Hours before the biggest sporting event in the world was set to kick off, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival hosted its own equivalent to the Super Bowl. Any … Continue reading →

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Film Scribes Speak – Panel reveals varying perspectives on screenwriting process

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in the Santa Barbara News-Press – February 7, 2010} Most of the events of the Santa Barbara Film Festival focus on films as finished products while celebrating the actors and directors who define their essence. The series … Continue reading →

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Women in the Biz – SBIFF’s final panel features cross-section of female talent

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in the Santa Barbara News-Press – February 14, 2010} The Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s panel series concluded on a positive note Saturday afternoon at the Lobero Theater. The fourth and final session placed the spotlight on … Continue reading →

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Sandra’s Time to Shine – “America’s Sweetheart” is honored at American Riviera Award ceremony

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Tyler

{Edited Version Published in Santa Barbara News-Press – February 6, 2010} It has been a busy awards season already for Sandra Bullock. The actress has taken home hardware from the Golden Globes, Screen Actor’s Guild and Critic’s Choice Awards just … Continue reading →

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