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From Critic to Filmmaker: Brian D. Johnson on Al Purdy Was Here

by Jason Gorber | December 4, 2015

Our in-depth conversation with film journalist turned director Brian D. Johnson, who highlights the life and work of Canadian poet Al Purdy with his new documentary Al Purdy Was Here.

Al Purdy Was Here Review

by Jason Gorber | December 3, 2015

Toronto film critic Brian D. Johnson directs this documentary an often misunderstood Canadian poet, Al Purdy Was Here goes beyond a basic biography.

TIFF 2015: Al Purdy Was Here Review

by Jason Gorber | September 7, 2015

Al Purdy Was Here TIFF 2015 Review

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comPOSERS Episode 82: Crimson Peak
This week we discuss a ghost story that claims it's not a ghost story because its many ghosts aren't scary or useful to the plot. Join us as we examine Guillermo Del Toro's beautiful looking Crimson Peak and its score by Fernando Velázquez.
TV

TV Review: LG 77 OLED CX First Look
That Shelf Managing Editor Jason Gorber talks about the differences between LCD and OLD and discusses which format works best for film fans.
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The Last of Us Part II Review: Game of the Generation
The Last of Us Part 2 is exciting and visceral. The team at Naughty Dog overcame many obstacles and delivered a worthy sequel to one of the biggest games of all time. It will be another decade before we see anything as stunning and personal in a major console release.
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comPOSERS Episode 82: Crimson Peak
This week we discuss a ghost story that claims it's not a ghost story because its many ghosts aren't scary or useful to the plot. Join us as we examine Guillermo Del Toro's beautiful looking Crimson Peak and its score by Fernando Velázquez.

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