by Chip Kaufmann I first encountered Christopher Lee in 1962 when I was 10 years old. I didn’t know who he was, having not yet seen any of the classic…
America at the Movies
Four free programs take place in the Lord Auditorium at Pack Library in downtown Asheville. The movies at Pack Library feature the four artists highlighted during this year’s Chautauqua, America…
Mary Pickford
“America’s Sweetheart” and So Much More by Chip Kaufmann Mention the name Mary Pickford to anyone and if they have heard of her at all, the image of “the girl…
Whatever Happened to Orson Welles?
by Chip Kaufmann May 6, 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of filmmaker, and larger than life personality, Orson Welles. While there have been and will continue to…
Mars Hill University Receives Funds for Documentary
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership has announced an award of $5,000 to the Liston B. Ramsey Center for Regional Studies at Mars Hill University to support a documentary…
Our Favorite Films of 2014
Some have said that 2014 wasn’t a great year for the movies. Box office receipts on certain intended blockbusters disappointed the bean counters. And I have to admit, this year’s…
The Pardon
Married independent filmmakers Tom Anton and Sandi Russell are screening their second feature film, The Pardon, a 1930s and ’40s crime drama, on Tuesday, January 13, 2015. The Pardon exemplifies…
Coming Soon to a Theatre Near You…
The holiday season is upon us. by Chip Kaufmann & Michelle Keenan That means Hollywood will be rolling out some big-budget mainstream crowd pleasers and Oscar contenders. Whether it’s wholesome…
Innovative Film Festivals
Asheville Cinema Festival 2014 The Asheville Cinema Festival, founded by Tom and Sandi Anton in 2011, takes place November 6-9 in various locations in downtown Asheville. Highlights include the festival’s…