Wings Over Everest (1935)

For a troubled teen, Will discovers what is important in life when he attends a summer camp: the people who care about his well being.

Despite its glaring flaws, First Girl I Loved is not entirely undeserving of a watch. For people who can handle the more difficult aspects of the story and graphic scenes, it is worth looking into. It’s not a film worthy of rewatch, but it may still resonate somewhat with those who need a story like this. It is a genuine, if flimsy attempt at a coming-of-age tale. Were the film to be directed by someone with experiences more similar to Anne, it would likely be more powerful--as it is, it feels like a man’s perspective of what it means to come to terms with your identity as a lesbian. 

Despite the film’s efforts to reframe its heroine with modern complexity, a certain emotional distance lingers.

Knives Out doesn’t just defy the whodunit narrative, it uses the weaknesses to its advantage. It’s well aware of the genre’s faults and tropes

This indie short documentary archived the story of a staple rock band as well as an essential part of local history.