Pan African Film Festival 2021: The Water Man

★★★ The satisfying hybrid of fantasy and adventure has been thrilling family audiences for decades, and The Water Man is the newest member of this exclusive circle. Younger audiences especially are sure to get the most out of the film’s whimsical style. I didn't even realize this was David Oyelowo's directorial debut, but he does … Continue reading Pan African Film Festival 2021: The Water Man

Pan African Film Festival 2021: Caged Birds

★★★ Making its debut at the Pan African Film Festival, crackling drama Caged Birds is overflowing with potent commentary. The dangers of bullying, gun violence, unjust incarceration, and racial profiling in schools are among the vital topics tackled by writer/director Fredrick Leach. Occasionally hampered by the lower budget and, thusly, rough around the edges, Caged … Continue reading Pan African Film Festival 2021: Caged Birds