My top movies of 2010
I decided the best time to reveal the best movies I saw last year is ahead of the Oscars®, as I am skipping the...
The best films of the 21st century – so far
Recently, "New York Times" film critics A.O. Scott and Manohla Dargis shared their list of the top 25 movies of the 21st century, so...
10 underrated 2017 comeback albums by indie rock pioneers
Welcome to the new year, a space that not only allows for renewal but for summation and reconsideration. Reflecting back on 2017, there was...
Reflecting on 2015, Part 1: The worst films
I tend to avoid the rubbish Hollywood produces to sell the popcorn and its over-priced 3D premium upgrades, so you won't find well-known crap like...
Best movies of 2017 – first half
We're halfway through the year, and I've just reviewed 19 films this year -- not counting festival recaps, like this and this. Looking ahead...
Reflecting on 2015, Part 3 – Best in Music
Here are Independent Ethos' picks for the 10 best albums we heard in 2015. They are presented in no particular order because it is...
Favorite Songs of 2018 – Independent Ethos Radio Hour Episode 3
Last week on Jolt Radio I made "The Independent Ethos Radio Hour" all about music. I presented the best indie music songs I came...
10 essential atmospheric films for Halloween, including some on 35mm playing...
With Halloween around the corner, the lists of top scariest movies have begun popping up again on the Internet. The usual suspects are there,...
Some of the greatest films encountered in 2013
This year proved quite fruitful for worthwhile cinema experiences for this writer. So much so, I want to vary up my year-end list. There...
The Sounds of Film: 5 great soundtracks in Indie Films you...
Music is an essential component of filmmaking. It adds a layer of expression beyond words. A soundtrack (music or sounds), can envelop an audience...