Stories by Jon Frosch

Jon Frosch is a freelance journalist and film critic based in Paris since September 2002. His work has appeared in The Pasadena Weekly, The Paris Voice, and Pariscope.subscribe to Jon Frosch's rss feed

Coming of Age

Posted on May 6, 2005, Source: AlterNet

In Mysterious Skin, Gregg Araki -- best known for films reveling in noisy sex, drugs, and rock'n'roll, finds his rhythm, presenting a disturbing, exceptionally tender, and mature exploration of adolescent male sexuality.

Defending Woody

Posted on Mar 18, 2005, Source: AlterNet

An impassioned plea: Don't discount one of the most talented filmmakers of our time.

The French New Vague

Posted on Jan 28, 2005, Source: AlterNet

The identity crisis of French cinema is reflected in the box office draw of American movies, and in the American-style blockbusters like 'The Chorus.' Is Americanization the new French New Wave?

Personal Voices: An American in Paris

Posted on Nov 19, 2004, Source: AlterNet

For one expatriate, living abroad and watching the election unfold from afar offers no solace. How can one American shoulder his grief as well as the grief of all of France?
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