An affecting, morally intricate nonfiction film that does more than expose a legal system (unlike that in western countries): It humanizes it via compelling editing, emotional stroking, and fearless storytelling that invites reflection on justice, retribution and mercy. A must-see for anyone interested in legal ethics, women’s rights and bravura internationally informed storytelling.
Author: Greggory W Morris
MR. BLAKE AT YOUR SERVICE! Film Review – Starring John Malkovich, Directed by Gilles Legardinier
This dramedy is off the proverbial chart for rating movies. Because of its exquisite narrative pacing – as if every second and every frame and every scene of the 1 hour, 40 minute film is sacrosanct – it is deceptively brilliant regarding acting, writing, directing cinematography and everything else. – Review & Article by Gregg W. Morris, the WORD
MONEY TALK$ Review 2025 Film Short
MONEY TALK$ is a daring and poignant unsentimental portrait of a society on the brink. Director Tony Mucci’s directorial debut showcases a deft understanding of how money can become a powerful agent of human behavior. By tracing the path of a single banknote, the film invites viewers to reflect on the moral and societal costs of economic survival, making it a standout work in contemporary short filmmaking. – Review by Gregg W. Morris, Editor, Reviewer of the WORD
ALL ALONE TOGETHER Film Review
Because this is a micro-budget film, audiences expecting special effects will be disappointed with quality in this film though there are a few scattered here and there that are decent.This is a psychological film, more driven by dialogue and performances than effects. Review, Article by Gregg W. Morris
Part 2, ANIMALS IN THE WAR: Film Review
The anthology is an alarm that needs to be heard around the world. The seven vignettes being showcased in the anthology feature a particular animal as a central figure of each story; ANIMALS IN WAR radiates for many reasons and one is the range of artistic styles showing the war’s overlooked ecological crisis.
From the Brennan Center for Social Justice
Posse Comitatus Say What?
The Posse Comitatus Act bars federal troops from participating in civilian law enforcement except when expressly authorized by law. This 147-year-old law embodies an American tradition that sees military interference in civilian affairs as a threat to both democracy and…
Part 2 of An Eye-Opening, Mind-Opening Interview Conversation with Internationally Known Film Strategist Katie Bignell
There are probably other film strategists but do they know as much as Katie Bignell? – Article by Gregg W. Morris
An Eye-Opening, Mind-Opening Interview Conversation with Internationally Known Film Strategist Katie Bignell – Part 1 (Updated July 11)
View this profile on Instagram Festival Formula (@festivalformula) • Instagram photos and videos This article about the internationally known and distinguished Katie Bignell has elements of a journalism feature, journalism profile, journalistic memoir as well as Q&A. The…
SWEET RELIEF Film Review
SWEET RELIEF – available on premium VOD as of yesterday – is an 89-minute, slow-burn whacky horror thriller about an online murder challenge (by Gen Z types) in a small suburban community. It’s director, Nick Verdi, has a rep…
Japan Society Announces the 18th Annual Japan Cuts Festival of New Japanese Film July 10 – 20 2025
All films will be screened at Japan Society (333 East 47th St., New York, NY 10017) and presented in Japanese with English subtitles unless otherwise noted. To learn more about the Japan Society and JAPAN CUTS, visit japansociety.org/japancuts and follow Japan Society Film on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Letterboxd.
About Japan Society: The premier organization connecting Japanese arts, culture, business and society with audiences in New York and around the world. At Japan Society, we are inspired by the Japanese concept of kizuna (絆)–forging deep connections to bind people together.
We are committed to telling the story of Japan while strengthening connections within New York City and building new bridges beyond. In over 100 years of work, we’ve inspired generations by establishing ourselves as pioneers in supporting international exchanges in arts and culture, business and policy, as well as education between Japan and the U.S.