Kelly Reichardt

[Now Streaming] The Best of 2011

Each week within this column we strive to pair the latest in theatrical releases to worthwhile titles currently available on Netflix Instant Watch. But this...

The Best Films of 2011

After highlighting other areas in film this year (here), it is time to share our favorites. Compiled in eight separate lists featuring over 100 films, you wil...

The Top 10 Openings of 2011

The first few moments of a film can be precious. Landing an ending is vital, but a great initial hook can set that perfect tone to invite us into the story....

The Best Films of 2011 [Pre-Oscar Season]

Just about every year around this time, many filmgoers complain that it has been disappointing experience at the cinema. Here at The Film Stage we've handpick...

10 Films To See In April

The calm before the summer blockbuster storm is here. We have a few bigger budget pictures to recommend, but April mostly includes limited releases from film ...

[Looking Ahead] 2012 Oscar Predictions

Even though films like Terrence Malick's The Tree of Life, J.J. Abrams' Super 8 and Kelly Reichardt's Meek's Cutoff are close on the horizon, it is far too ...