Director Sean Baker is the master of interesting characters

 Synopsis: Mikey Saber is a washed-up porn star who returns to his small Texas hometown, not that anyone really wants him back. Director: Sean Baker Stars: Simon Rex, Bree Elrod, Suzanna Son Ever since I saw The Florida Project I knew that every time Sean Baker released a film I

TIFF’s Hidden Gems

 Tell me if you’ve heard this one before . . . ‘Keith Whittier loves September’! I really do. It’s by far my favourite month of the year. Spend five minutes with me, and I’ll tell you! One of the reasons for that is the Toronto International Film Festival. Here at

TIFF 2017, A Movie Fan’s Look Back

 The hangover is just about over. It lasted longer than expected. Of course I am referring to my hangover from the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Over 11 days I saw 50 films and came back to Ottawa with the hopes of reviewing all of these films immediately. Unfortunately, the

Ottawa Life at TIFF: Days 1-5

 Ottawa Life Magazine's resident film buff Keith Whittier is on the scene as our correspondent for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Here's his Day 1-5 festival update! So far the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has surpassed my expectations. I have barely had a moment to catch my