Film festivals are great platforms for undiscovered filmmakers, and we love them for that, but they're also opportunities to see high-profile foreign titles — which have a larger Stateside following than ever, thanks to the Internet — that might not otherwise come to Los Angeles. While LAFF used to excel at showcasing new works by major auteurs (look at its stellar 2009 lineup), in the last few years it has emphasized comparatively minor discoveries, creating a loss for Angelenos hoping to keep up with film's... More >>>