Unpacking Childhood Amid Marital Fractures: A Review of Ang Geck Geck Priscilla’s Feature Debut Ah Girl Set Against 1994 Singapore September 16, 2026 The release of a feature film debut often signals the arrival of a distinct cinematic voice, one eager to interpret personal history through the… Continue Reading
‘It was the moment I lost innocence’: how a childhood stop-and-search led to the British debut movie of the year July 24, 2026 Director Imran Perretta’s debut feature film, “Ish,” has garnered significant critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to seminal coming-of-age narratives like Ken Loach’s “Kes” and Satyajit… Continue Reading
Chie Hayakawa’s "Renoir" Explores Childhood Grief Against the Backdrop of Japan’s Bubble Economy July 20, 2026 Director Chie Hayakawa’s sophomore feature, Renoir (2026), offers a poignant exploration of childhood innocence confronting profound loss, set against the vibrant yet complex backdrop… Continue Reading
Chie Hayakawa’s Renoir Explores Childhood Grief and Societal Shifts in 1980s Japan July 13, 2026 Chie Hayakawa’s 2026 feature film, Renoir, offers a poignant exploration of preteen Fuki’s (Yui Suzuki) darkening perspective on life as her father confronts a… Continue Reading
Behind the Rain: Valeria Sarmiento’s Evocative Drama Unveils Childhood Trauma at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival July 11, 2026 Valeria Sarmiento’s latest cinematic offering, Behind the Rain, made its highly anticipated world premiere in the prestigious Crystal Globe main competition at the 60th… Continue Reading
The Mad Scientists’ Club: A Timeless Celebration of Ingenuity and Childhood Wonder July 7, 2026 In this bi-weekly series reviewing classic science fiction and fantasy books, Alan Brown looks at the front lines and frontiers of the field; books… Continue Reading
Chie Hayakawa’s Renoir Offers a Poignant Exploration of Childhood Grief Amidst Japan’s Economic Bubble July 5, 2026 Director Chie Hayakawa’s latest feature, Renoir (2026), presents a deeply personal and nuanced portrayal of a preteen girl’s confrontation with grief and self-discovery against… Continue Reading
Chie Hayakawa’s Renoir Explores Childhood Grief Against the Backdrop of Japan’s 1980s Bubble Economy and Broader Societal Shifts June 28, 2026 Chie Hayakawa’s sophomore feature, Renoir, released in 2026, offers a poignant and complex exploration of a preteenage girl’s coming-of-age amid profound personal loss and… Continue Reading
Renoir: Chie Hayakawa’s Evocative Exploration of Childhood Grief Amidst Japan’s Bubble Era June 14, 2026 Chie Hayakawa’s eagerly anticipated second feature film, Renoir (2026), offers a poignant and introspective journey into the inner world of Fuki, a preteen girl… Continue Reading
Lam Can-zhao’s ‘Where the Sun Shines Bright’ Offers a Poetic Exploration of Childhood in Southern China June 13, 2026 "Where the Sun Shines Bright," the compelling new feature film from emerging Chinese director Lam Can-zhao, has commenced its global festival journey, drawing significant… Continue Reading
