well groomed, film, castro theatre, SFFILM, dog grooming, competition,
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Well Groomed: film review

Is that a chicken, ET, or a mash-up of Jurassic Park? No, it’s a dog!  Screened at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM), director Rebecca Stern‘s  Well Groomed takes us into the world of competitive creative grooming, proving art is in the eye of the beholder. The doc follows four women with diverse motivations…

Laura Dern, SFFILM, actress, celebrity, film, san francisco international film festival,
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Meet Laura Dern

We caught up with actress Laura Dern, who appeared on the red carpet at the San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM), for a screening of Trial by Fire. The film tells the true story of death row inmate Cameron Todd Willingham, executed in Texas for killing his three children, despite scientific evidence and expert testimony exonerating him….

Wild Rose, film, singer, Glasgow, film review,
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WILD ROSE: film review

Premiering at the 2019 San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM), Wild Rose gives the audience someone to cheer for. Lead actress Jessie Buckley sings her heart out as aspiring Glasgow country singer Rose Lynn. Did you ever notice that country singers always have the middle name, Lynn?  Anyway, Rose Lynn has a lot of obstacles…

Dearly Beloved….
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Dearly Beloved….

A raging powerhouse spectacular Las Vegas Tribute Show, Purple Reign, heats up the East Coast this summer. An award-winning phenomenal performance you will not want to miss! The tour kicks off in Jacksonville, Florida in early May and travels throughout the Sunshine State before heading to the Northeast. Purple Reign has wowed audiences for over…

wild rose, film, sffilm
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San Francisco International Film Festival

Wild Rose tells the story of a country singer from Glasgow working her way up towards stardom. Intrigued? That’s just one of 163 films screening and some 100 participating filmmaker guests at the 2019 San Francisco International Film Festival (SFFILM) April 10-23. Not only that, we’re talking about the longest-running film festival in the Americas. Sounds like a…

Ancient Trails & An Ancient Breed: The Ultimate Horseback Adventure in Iceland
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Ancient Trails & An Ancient Breed: The Ultimate Horseback Adventure in Iceland

  All photos Copyright @Sabine Gistl / Exploring Iceland   Many claim the majesty of this great world is best seen and shared in the company of a majestic animal. For centuries, the horse has reigned in this trusted companion role, faithfully following man on his quest for knowledge and power. Horseback journeys have now…

Find the perfect Waikiki vibe at the Laylow Hotel
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Find the perfect Waikiki vibe at the Laylow Hotel

Aloha and welcome to The Laylow, Autograph Collection, where midcentury modern style meets present-day Hawaiian charm — and they get along famously.  A refreshing, tiki-style Mid Century Modern vibe hits you the second you walk into The Laylow. Fun and retro, stylish and whimsical — this hotel brings plenty of unique, personal touches and a casual,…