Starz Denver Film Fest -- 'Who's Afraid of the Wolf?'

"Who's Afraid of the Wolf?" (watch it)
Using the tale of "Little Red Riding Hood" as its frame, this Czech film follows the story of a divorce through the eyes of a young girl. Director Maria Prochazkova sprinkles elements of animation throughout the movie, adding an amusing stylish touch. Dorota Dedková, who plays the main character Terezka, carries the film as her innocent outlook provides a sweet, lighter tone to an otherwise unpleasant subject.

Starz Denver Film Fest -- 'Con Artist'

Over the course of the next week, I will be blogging about the movies I catch at the 32nd Starz Denver Film Festival. They may not necessarily be in the order in which I watch.

"Con Artist" (watch it)
One part whimsical, one part sad portrait about the life of eccentric artist Mark Kostabi. The film is a characterization of a man seeking love, acceptance in his own life, yet is unable to find it due to his inept ability to relate to reality. Like those obsessed with getting their faces on YouTube and Facebook, according to Director Michael Sladek, Kostabi is addicted to fame. However his methods of garnering attention and his process of "creating art" -- he openly employs a staff to mass produce his work -- have made him an outcast in the art community. Love him or hate him, "Con Artist" provides an engrossing look at Kostabi.