A documentary celebrating the history and cultural impact of Balanço do Rock, the legendary radio program that helped shape and promote the rock scene in Pará, Brazil. Through archival footage, interviews, and performances, the film revisits decades of local music history, highlighting the artists, bands, and broadcasters who transformed the show into a cornerstone of the region’s alternative culture. More than a retrospective, the documentary captures the passion, community, and rebellious spirit that kept the movement alive across generations.
The gentle, emotional nuances of Evan’s coming-of-age story would have been so beneficial to have incorporated into the life of a POC character. Showing a Black, Asian or Latino young man that is afforded the space to be vulnerable, flawed and sensitive while driving a compelling and widely-loved narrative would have been a game changer.
Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame is a unique film coming from the same studio that brought us The Little Mermaid and Aladdin. While it does have its silly moments to maintain Disney’s family-friendliness, it also carries themes that stick to audiences years after its release.
'Playing with Fire' was clearly a film made for a kid or tween-ish audience. Keeping that in mind, I thought 'Playing with Fire' was alright, though it did portray some harmful stereotypes.
The repeated actions, the blood on the petals, the rustling under the floor…An ambient short horror film takes us into another realm.
Cartoon Saloon is an animation studio that should be appreciated more. They tell unique stories with unique animation, proving that 2D animation is still alive and well.
