Jennifer Merin, Author at Women's eNews

Sally Potter’s Movies Stand Out in July Retrospect

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● July 3, 2010

July movie releases include a documentary about Hugh Hefner and “The Girl Who Played With Fire.” But ahead of all other viewing options, Jennifer Merin says don’t miss the re-release of Sally Potter’s “Orlando,” back in high-def.

‘Sex and the City 2’ Extends Its Marketing Ploys

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● May 3, 2010

“Sex and the City 2,” opening at the end of the month, is grabbing the limelight among this month’s film releases. Carrie and crew take a girls-go-wild vacation to Abu Dhabi that, for political reasons, is really shot in Morocco.

We’d Be Fools Not to Reminisce about Oscar Night

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● April 1, 2010

April brings five fine movies directed by women, but first Jennifer Merin wants to look back at director Kathryn Bigelow’s big night at the Oscars. Will it change the stats of a male-dominated industry heavily patronized by women?

Kathryn Bigelow as Best Director? Bring Her On!

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● February 20, 2010

The day of golden statuettes is coming and Jennifer Merin is fed up with the media’s fixation on the story of Kathryn Bigelow vying with ex-husband James Cameron for the best director Oscar. Let’s stop treating a director as someone’s ex-wife.

February Films Abound for the Serious-Minded

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● January 29, 2010

February delivers a predictable date-night movie but also a number of impressive documentaries either made by women or following women’s stories. Subjects range from Daniel Ellsberg to a transgendered woman’s homecoming in “Prodigal Sons.”

‘Fish Tank’ Bubbles Up in January Film Lineup

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● December 23, 2009

The start of the year is a low season for film releases but Jennifer Merin manages to find an array of new femme fare. There are features, documentaries, comedies and horror. Also, one spoof she wonders about even bringing up.

‘Young Victoria’ Rules the Holiday Movie Lineup

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● November 20, 2009

The winter solstice brings plenty of movies to brighten the darkest days of the year. One head-turner, opening Dec. 18, is the lush romantic tale of the tumultuous early years of England’s Queen Victoria.

‘Precious’ Sparkles in November’s Film Lineup

By Jennifer Merin ● Arts & Culture ● October 23, 2009

November has a lot of movies in store, but one of the prize winners is “Precious.” Some wonder whether the movie has to be so harsh, but Jennifer Merin says judge for yourself and witness a great performance by Mariah Carey, too.

October Films Offer ‘An Education’ in Controversy

By Jennifer Merin ● Uncategorized ● October 1, 2009

October’s movies offer an array of treats, including Drew Barrymore’s directorial debut and an investigation into the industry of black hair care led by Chris Rock. For the biggest shot of controversy, watch out for “An Education,” opening Oct. 9.

‘Bright Star’ Glows in September Film Firmament

By Jennifer Merin ● Uncategorized ● August 27, 2009

September brings a full roster of movies by, for and about women. One of the most intensely anticipated is Jane Campion’s “Bright Star” about young love and loss. Jennifer Merin says “35 Shots of Rum” by Claire Denis is another must-see.

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