carylittlejohn.bsky.social
Writer/Editor. Formerly a newspaper man, attorney, and teacher. Lover of film and longform journalism. https://www.carylittlejohn.com
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Finished Day 2 with SALLY, a biography of Sally Ride told through her life partner of 27 years. Awesome archival launch footage. Simultaneously sweet and sad lesbian love story. Mostly just a pretty raw and honest look at Ride, what made her tick, and how that affected those close to her.
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Next came WTO/99, a world-friggin’-premiere screening! So cool. The archival footage was stellar and the political messages of the protesters in Seattle felt so diverse and varied compared to political movements of today. The police were vicious, and it was genuinely hard to watch at times.
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Third of the day was THE DATING GAME, by far the most lighthearted and funny film I’ve seen this year so far. The Chinese men seeking love and dating advice were too pure for this world. The strength lies with the subjects—they were so easy to root for.
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Followed that with PREDATORS, one of my early favorites, with its truly uncomfortable examination of To Catch a Predator and all that it spawned. Captured the pros and cons and complications so well. Director David Osit was one of the most thoughtful and engaging Q&As I’ve seen all fest.
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Been slacking on True/False updates for Day 2. Been a packed one. Started the day with RIVER OF GRASS, a beautiful look at the Florida Everglades, its wonders and threats, and those working to preserve it. Marjory Stoneman Douglas archival footage showed off what a bad-ass she was.
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Capped off Night 1 of True/False with Zodiac Killer Project, and wow, did I not expect to like that as much as I did. So charming. Funny but in uncomfortable ways at times b/c of what it says about us as consumers of true crime. Really enjoyed the look of it. 16mm rocks.
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After that, instead of another film, enjoyed a great reading and conversation by @alissawilkinson.bsky.social of her new book, We Tell Ourselves Stories. Can’t wait to dig into it.
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Keeping the True/False thread going: Got into one of the earliest films of the fear, HOW TO BUILD A LIBRARY. Throughly enjoyed the early workplace buddy comedy vibes between the two protagonists as the work to decolonize a former colonial library in Nairobi.
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Can’t wait for the book of these pieces (plus more, I’m guessing?) from Lewis is released next month
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I just got my first Kaweco not too long ago (not the brass like you highrollers) and I love that thing. Lays down ink beautifully for what it cost.
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Amen.
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Co-sign this. Absolutely must.
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📌
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So we’re all agreed? Bring back the Azteks? For general purpose use AND as America’s newest fiercest combat vehicle
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Pontiac Azteks were way cooler. Remember when Walter White broke bad in one?
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Here’s more about the fest and the lineup. Six (!) world premieres coming to True/False. So cool
e.wordfly.com/view?sid=MjY...
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It’s the best. I hope you make it soon. I think you’ll really enjoy yourself.
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Are your folks coming too?
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Are you responding directly to my invitation???