Film news: Mar 9 – Mar 15

  • Michael Bay action film inspires invention of simple test for chemical weapon attacks. CNET
  • “Birdmen: The Original Dream of Flight” released, becomes first full-length documentary film about B.A.S.E. jumping. THE ATLANTIC
  • Disney’s “John Carter” a flop, studio learns from its mistake. THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
  • Chicago Sun-Times’ Roger Ebert reviews Paramount Vantage’s new film “Jeff Who Lives At Home.” CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
  • 26th annual Israeli Film Festival begins Thursday in Los Angeles, showcasing more than 30 films. LOS ANGELES TIMES

 

Film news: Mar 5 – Mar 8

  • Vote-hungry Obama campaign releases “Road We’ve Traveled,” a cinematic documentary of his administration’s first three years. THE HUFFINGTON POST
  • San Diego Latino Film Festival celebrates its 19th year, screening more than 160 films showcasing the Latino experience. HAVANA TIMES
  • Chicago Sun-Times’ Roger Ebert reviews Disney’s latest action-adventure epic “John Carter.” CHICAGO SUN-TIMES
  • Century-old one-minute film showcasing Charles Dickens character found in Britain. REUTERS
  • Director James Cameron plans to travel to deepest point of Mariana Trench, a depth of seven miles. CHICAGO SUN-TIMES

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