Mary Maxwell

"White Lies " has such a well thought out plot; the dialogue and the actions of the characters carry the secret of the story. The desperate lives of the native people of New Zealand is portrayed graphically in this beautifully landscaped film. The plot follows the life of a spiritual medicine woman; she journeys into others lives, giving them her knowledge and gift of healing. The story comes full circle, giving it a feel of completion. Don't miss this remarkable jewel.

I recommended "Penguin Bloom" to my film club. It is such a heart-felt story, full of tragedy, acceptance, love, and finally, joy. Naomi Watts and Andrew Lincoln play the parents of 3 young boys in this Australian film adaptation. Into this interesting mix of human emotions, a magpie chick enters the lives of the grieving family and somehow helps with the healing process. Don't miss it.