
Favorite Films of 2021
Although 2021 has brought so many great films to my attention, here is a compilation of my favorites of the year that I support with great passion.

Five Early Best Picture Predictions
While it is still too early to make an accurate prediction for the Best Picture winner at the 94th Academy Awards, here is a brief examination of five current releases that are likely to be in serious contention for the most sought after Oscar of the year:

Spotlight: Standout Movies From Female Filmmakers as 2021 Closes Out
As 2021 draws to a close, cinephiles have been blessed with a variety of brand new works from female filmmakers, both established and up-and-coming, to be included in the cultural conversation as cinemas reopen and welcome back audiences hungry for fresh theatrical experiences.

Virginia Welcomes Back the Film Festival Season with Ramped-Up Editions of the Middleburg Film Festival and the Virginia Film Festival
Returning to in-person screenings after a 2020 hiatus are Virginia’s two largest film festivals, both showcasing some of the year’s most prolific films.