A sensitive portrait of the behind-the-scenes at the Tom Jobim Youth Orchestra in São Paulo, where young artists with classical backgrounds are challenged to immerse themselves in Brazilian popular music and create together. All scores are specially composed or arranged for the training orchestra, where these young musicians discover their Brazilian roots through a process that transforms not only the music, but the artists themselves.
As this critic continues to look back at some of this Summer's films I have taken in, I would be remiss if I didn't mention one of the most overall unsettling trends in Hollywood over the last several years.....sequels, reboots, and remakes. Look, I am all for seeing more than one film for certain originals that made a splash, ie: "Jurassic Park", "Pirates of the Caribbean", "Transformers", etc.
A young girl named Hailey Mays sings a country song that is named after the film's title.
The tale of two friends spans three films and gives wonderful representation for young girls everywhere.
This young adult movie focuses on relationships in this high school reunion.
If you identify as part of the queer community, or if you love old school slasher flicks, you will love this movie.
An incredible documentary showcasing the difficulties of living in a crumbling Rust Belt city.
