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Josef Lorenzo's Favorite Films

Josef Lorenzo is a talented filmmaker and video producer who knows A LOT about cinema.  He also just-so-happens to work here at Twin Cities PBS.  David Gillette invited Josef on "The Wrap" to share some of his favorite film recommendations in a "Best-of" format.

And if you just can't wait, here are the 'winners,'...

Best Film For Being Plain 'Ol Gorgeous to Look At:

Ida, 2013
Ida, 2013

Best Film to Make You Emotional Even if You Fight It:

Dancer in the Dark, 2000
Dancer in the Dark, 2000

Best Film for Physical Comedy:

Miracles, 1989
Miracles, 1989

Best Film to Take You Outside Your Comfort Zone:

We Need to Talk About Kevin, 2011
We Need to Talk About Kevin, 2011

Best Film, Period (for this one, you need to see it with your own eyes):

"I Smell Like Beef, 2014": DIRECT LINK TO YOUTUBE

Finally, to see some of Josef's work, enjoy this terrific YouTube series he's directing for PBS Digital Studios: America From Scratch

 

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