NEWS & REVIEWS

Ryan's Hope

Born in Ontario, Canada, on Nov. 12, 1980, Ryan Gosling has been honored for his work in a broad range of roles in both independent films and major motion pictures. In 2007, he earned both an Academy Award nomination and an Independent Spirit Award in the Best Actor category for his compelling portrayal of a dedicated but troubled inner-city teacher in "Half Nelson." More »

'... an artist with a delicate touch'

Whether massive or small in scale, Ursula von Rydingsvard's sculptures of red cedar invite you to take a closer look. When you do, you inhale the wood's familiar and pleasant fragrance. The familiarity of these works also extends to their shapes, which evoke organic forms or objects of daily life - an apron, a spoon, a plate. More »

'The Athlete' tells story of an African champion

"The Athlete" - a documentary about Ethiopian marathon runner Abebe Bikila - kicks off the 13th annual Roxbury International Film Festival. More »

'Matt & Ben' gives local legend new spin

At the 1998 Academy Awards, when Ben Affleck and Matt Damon euphorically accepted the Oscars for Best Original Screenplay, a hometown legend was born: Within a decade of graduating from Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, two childhood friends write and act in their acclaimed movie, "Good Will Hunting." More »