Based on Actual Events Archives

“Fatima” (2020): And a Child Led Them

August 31, 2020John Smistad

The new historical drama “Fatima” claims to be based on actual events. The filmmakers maintain that theirs is the documented chronicle of a young Portuguese girl who saw and spoke with a holy apparition near the end of World War I. A considerable throng of believers soon made pilgrimages … [Read More]

“Over”: You may find you have a tough go getting over this strange chronicle of desperation

January 3, 2016January 2, 2016John Smistad

Over presents a crime scene. During the course of 9 wide shots, told in reverse order, we witness an intriguing story unfold. What has happened in this quiet neighborhood? A murder, a hit-and-run, an accident? The reality is profound, and deeply unexpected. Over is the distinctly unorthodox dramatic recounting of … [Read More]