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That, I think, is because, during its course of nearly two decades of phenomenal growth, FLIFF has increasingly risked becoming aesthetically irrelevant by its insistence on a bigger-is-better mentality. In its early struggling years, the festival had a cause -- American independent cinema -- and even if some howlers worked their way into the lineup, the schedule was more tightly focused.
Now, despite some commendable stripping down, the festival still seems to want to be all things to all people. There's nothing wrong with that -- for an event that wants to sacrifice its claim to artistic importance.
Blood from a Stone
One of the festival's early selections is this American documentary. "This is a story about buried treasure," we're told, and the treasure turns out to be a fortune in uncut diamonds hidden during the Holocaust. The treasure hunter is Yaron Svoray, a charismatic Israeli terrorism expert who's also a Nazi hunter and even infiltrates Nazi organizations. His 15-year search is supported, in part, by Maine businessman Sam Nyer, and it ultimately turns up the long-lost loot. Despite some annoying MTV-style editing and re-creations of wartime events, the documentary works largely because of Svoray, a portly balding man with a vigorous ebullient demeanor. "I felt as if I were touching the Holocaust in a very raw, unfiltered sort of way," he says when he and his partner find the last batch of uncut stones on the French-German front. The proceeds from the diamonds, by the way, were scrupulously monitored and went to charity. (Thursday, October 23, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m., Cinema Paradiso; 93 minutes) -- Michael Mills
Melvin Goes to Dinner
Michael Bleiden, who wrote the screenplay, plays Melvin in this directorial debut of Bob Odenkirk, one of the creators of HBO's cult-status comedy show Mr. Show. A medical school dropout, Melvin accidentally makes a dinner date with his estranged friend Joey (Matt Price). When he enters the restaurant, he discovers Joey there with Alex (Stephanie Courtney), an old business-school friend, who has brought along Sarah (Annabelle Gurwitch), whom she coincidentally ran into in front of the restaurant. Everybody at the dinner is meeting somebody for the first time, and the conversation flows as freely as the wine, ranging from infidelity and religion to marijuana-fueled masturbation and taking it in the butt. Did you ever have a secret that you never felt quite right telling someone? Like it would expose your soul if you did? Well, leave it to the topic of anal sex to get people to open up.
Viewer becomes voyeur here, and soon, because of the intensity and pace of the revelations, you're feeling guilty for sitting quietly in the theater. There is a series of moments when alarming realizations pop up around the table like zits. Lines such as "I killed someone" and "If his wife got hit by a car tomorrow, I'd probably start sleeping with him again" spill out of the same conversation. Flashback scenes include decidedly low-key cameos from Jack Black (as one of Melvin's mental patients with delusions of grandeur) and Mr. Show alumnus David Cross (as a creepy motivational speaker). In fact, some of the most poignant scenes include Melvin's anecdotes on medical school and schizophrenia, a fitting counterpoint to the verbal mélange splashing across the table. These are discussions all 20- and 30-somethings have had at some point in their lives, where conversation lapses from pleasant chitchat into orgiastic empathy and unbridled confession. You could sit through Melvin and try to pick out which character you most identify with, but it's better to just slam back some wine and enjoy all the hair-raising talk. (Thursday, November 6, 8:30 p.m., Cinema Paradiso; 84 minutes) -- Audra Schroeder
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Formula One stars Heikki Kovalainen of McLaren, BMW Saubers Robert Kubica, Toyotas Timo Glock, and Ferraris Giancarlo Fisichella joined forces with eight-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen and Susie Stoddart, from Germany's DTM touring car series, to demonstrate five different eSafety technologies.
Even as an experienced racing driver, it is easy to make a mistake whilst driving," said Fisichella. "Nothing is more important than my safety and the lives of my family. When I drive a car I want to know that the latest safety features are installed so if I do make a mistake we are protected.
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"I am proud to be associated with this campaign," said Schumacher. "I am convinced that these technologies are critical in our collective bid to improve road safety. We must continue to raise awareness of their benefits in order to achieve our goal of reducing the numbers of people killed on the roads."
The event was opened by a number of distinguished guests, including Jean Todt, President of eSafetyAware, Paul Clark MP, UK Minister for Transport, Michael Schumacher, seven-time Formula One world champion, and Michelle Yeoh Make Roads Safe global ambassador.
Todays eSafety Challenge shows that eSafety has the backing of policy makers, major automotive stakeholders, and some of the best drivers in the world, commented Todt. Just as with a seat belt today, one day it will be unthinkable to buy a car without eSafety on board. Our goal is to save lives by speeding up the process of getting these systems into the market as soon as possible.
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Rex, Idzik attend LSU pro day
Rich CiminiThe New York Jets' top decision-makers showed up Wednesday in Baton Rouge, La., as Rex Ryan and general manager John Idzik attended the LSU pro day. This isn't the first time Ryan and Idzik have scouted the same pro day, but it's always noteworthy...
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Replay: 2013 LSU Pro Day (Feat. Tyrann Mathieu)
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LSU pro day: Inside the numbers
David ChingBATON ROUGE, La. -- The race to become the first quarterback selected in next month's NFL draft is apparently down to three players: Central Florida's Blake Bortles, Louisville's Teddy Bridgewater and Texas A&M's Johnny Manziel. But according ...
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With a quick flip, Shepard ups his ante
Gary LaneyBATON ROUGE, La. -- In four years playing for LSU, fans got to see Russell Shepard do a lot. Coming out of high school in 2009 as one of the country's top dual-threat quarterbacks, he lined up in the backfield in college and ran with the ball as a...
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LSU pro day observations
Calvin WatkinsIn Baton Rouge, La., LSU conducted it's annual pro day on Wednesday. ESPNDallas.com didn't attend but we have a few results thanks to the LSU media relations staff. *Safety Eric Reid is hoping he'll be the first safety taken in the draft. But T...
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Crowded LSU pro day will look like combine
Gary LaneyBATON ROUGE, La. -- It's only going to look like an all-comer's combine. LSU's Pro Day on Wednesday will feature a whopping 28 participants, the result of a year where the Tigers sent 13 players to the NFL combine. Among the players will will part...
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Notebook: LSU pro day
David HelmanBATON ROUGE -- Much of the talk surrounding LSU's pro day has been on the Tigers' top prospects and their chances to improve their combine performances. For many of LSU's draft hopefuls, those who weren't invited to Indianapolis, Thursday was the ...
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Pro day times improve for former Tigers
Gary LaneyPro day is a process that takes hours, but for a trio of top NFL draft prospects, success in Thursday's LSU pro day could be measured in tenths of a second. Because for cornerback Morris Claiborne, wide receiver Rueben Randle and defensive tackle ...
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Rex: Sanchez is No. 1, no doubt
Rich CiminiRex Ryan, attending the LSU pro day Thursday in Baton Rouge, addressed the Tim Tebow trade for the first time. While in town on his scouting trip, Ryan was "Tebowed" by two patrons in a local restaurant, according to CBSSports.com. Tebow-mania follow...
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Live blog: LSU pro day
Bryan MullenGeauxTigerNation's David Helman and Gary Laney were in attendance on Thursday at LSU's pro day in Baton Rouge and live blogged. Stay tuned to GeauxTigerNation for reactions from players and analysis. 1:33 p.m. - Pro day is wrapping up. Individual ...
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LSU pro day boosts several prospects
Steve MuenchAt least five LSU players have been selected in each of the past five drafts, and 2011 should be no different. We project six Tigers to come off the board this year, including likely top-10 pick CB Patrick Peterson, and all six showed off for NFL sco...
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2011 NFL draft: LSU pro day helps Patrick Peterson lock up top-10...
Steve MuenchTodd McShay offers up his take on the top five needs for the teams picking in the top 10 overall in the 2011 overall draft and hints at the top five picks in his upcoming mock draft.
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Solid workouts for DT Dorsey, QB Flynn; WR Doucet falters
Todd McShayTodd McShay breaks down the big names who worked out at LSU's pro day, including top-five pick Glenn Dorsey.
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Payton, Loomis high on Bailey, Bush
Mike TriplettCoach Sean Payton and general manager Mickey Loomis explained the thinking behind some of the New Orleans Saints' latest moves in free agency on Wednesday while attending LSU's pro day. Among the highlights: They still believe in cornerback Champ ...
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Beckham, Landry meet with Saints
Mike TriplettBATON ROUGE, La. -- The New Orleans Saints' trip to LSU's pro day didn't end with the on-field workouts Wednesday. LSU receiver Odell Beckham Jr. said he was planning to have dinner with Saints officials on Wednesday night. And Beckham's father told ...
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SEC lunchtime links
Sam Khan Jr.Plenty going on as spring practices continue in the SEC. We have pro days, coaching talk, players adapting to new positions and even reality TV news in today's lunch links: LSU hosted its pro day on Wednesday and one of the focal points was Zach ...
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Q&A: LSU QB Zach Mettenberger
David ChingBATON ROUGE, La. -- Although 20 of his former LSU teammates also worked out before NFL scouts at Wednesday's pro day, Zach Mettenberger was the story. The former Tigers quarterback seemed a bit displeased by his performance in his first public wor...
Blog | April 10, 2014