Articles by Sara Clements

'The Hand of God' Is a Coming-of-Age Journey Without a Destination
Directed by Paolo Sorrentino
PUBLISHED Dec 13, 2021
When football star Diego Maradona signed with Napoli in 1984, Neapolitans celebrated it like the coming of Christ. It was an event that fed...
'Beans' Is an Essential Watch About the Oka Crisis
PUBLISHED Nov 4, 2021
A convoy of Mohawk women and children are separated from their husbands and fathers as they evacuate their reserve for what they believe is...
'The Humans' Makes Thanksgiving Seem Like a Horror Movie
Directed by Stephen Karam
PUBLISHED Sep 20, 2021
At a time when the outlook of having a big family get-together doesn't seem safe, we are invited to the Blake family Thanksgiving. Adapted...
'I'm Your Man' Looks for Love in the Algorithm
Directed by Maria Schrader
PUBLISHED Sep 20, 2021
Algorithms are all around us and they're shaping the world more than ever before, even seeping into our dating lives. The algorithm in dati...
'Silent Night' Is Neither Calm nor Bright
Directed by Camille Griffin
PUBLISHED Sep 20, 2021
Silent Night is a deceiving title. Yes, fresh snow is falling, the Christmas tree is lit, and stockings are hung by the chimney with care —...
'Mothering Sunday' Finds Light Between the Tragedy of the Wars
Directed by Eva Husson
PUBLISHED Sep 14, 2021
"Once upon a time" is a phrase that we hear time and time again, and it ties strongly to memory. Eva Husson's Mothering Sunday, adapted by...
TIFF Review: 'The Mad Women's Ball' Interrogates History's Cruel Treatment of Women
Directed by Mélanie Laurent
PUBLISHED Sep 13, 2021
The overwhelming sound of clanging bells and deep, long notes of violin welcome the audience to the gothic atmosphere of 19th century Paris...
TIFF Review: 'Montana Story' Is a Triumphant Exploration of Childhood Trauma
Directed by Scott McGehee and David Siegel
PUBLISHED Sep 13, 2021
Montana Story is heavy and contemplative, especially for those estranged from siblings or parents. Writing and directing pair Scott McGehee...