Online Articles Written by Christopher Zatta


Chinatown, Oedipus & Badiou
(September 27th, 2013)
A reading of Polanski’s “Chinatown” in relation to the myth of Oedipus and the writings of Alain Badiou.
-- appears on examiner.com --

It's Showtime, Folks!
(September 9th, 2013)
An article reflecting on the production of the live show that takes place in the feature film "At The Maple Grove."
-- appears on filmcourage.com --

On Cassel and the Influence of Cassavetes
(July 29th, 2013)
Veteran independent film actor Seymour Cassel plays a cameo role in the film "At The Maple Grove" This article reflects on his day of shooting, as well as his career and the influential work of John Cassavetes.
-- appears on examiner.com --

"Frances Ha" Dances With Life
(May 1st, 2013)
A review of the film "Frances Ha" by Noah Baumbach and starring Greta Gerwig.
-- appears on examiner.com --

Five Films To See In April
(April 1st, 2013)
A list of five independent films worth seeing in April.
-- appears on examiner.com --

Decadence Forever Y’all: Harmony Korine brings “Spring Breakers” to Los Angeles
(March 18th 2013)
A review of the film "Spring Breakers" and a q&a by director Harmony Korine.
-- appears on examiner.com --

On The "Brick" & "Looper" Double Feature At The New Beverly Cinema
(March 8th, 2013)
A look at the career of filmmaker Rian Johnson, through his first feature "Brick" and his most recent work "Looper."
-- appears on examiner.com --

"Simon Killer" and the collective strategy to indie film
(March 6th, 2013)
Analyzing the role that creative group efforts bring to recent independent films, including "Simon Killer," "Martha Marcy May Marlene" and "Beasts Of The Southern Wild."
-- appears on examiner.com --

On The Kindness Of Strangers
(August 24th, 2011)
Reflecting on the production of the short film "Ambition Of Love" in Santa Paula, CA.
-- appears on filmcourage.com --