rize

a documentary about dance "gangs" in los angeles. i found this documentary interesting. i didn't know such groups existed and their style is very unique. however, some parts of the film dragged on. i think it could have been edited down some more.

dreamland

this one is a story of a girl who has big dreams but can't seem to get out of the trailer park. it was another coming of age story; however, it was beautifully shot. i think the film and the script could have been developed some more. i think it was the filmmakers first film also.

i've also been watching joe swanberg's series on nerve.com called young american bodies. his films are so truthful and i connect with them so much. he's accomplished so much for a 25 year old.