Director Lila Avilés’ extraordinary family drama is in the vein of party films like Monsoon Wedding and Rachel Getting Married. Photo: Janus Films Naíma Sentíes, the first timer who plays seven-year-old Sol in Tótem, has the bright, animated face of a kid who can’t help but broadcast whatever she’s feeling in the moment. She gives… Continue reading A Goodbye Party You’ll Never Want to Leave
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I don’t want to invite one family to my party
Dear Amy: Every year, with the help of my husband and six children, I throw myself a birthday party at a local roller rink. It’s all I want: to party and rollerblade with my family and friends like I’m still young. We rent out the entire venue and invite many families. We serve a handful… Continue reading I don’t want to invite one family to my party
Out-of-control dog brought to party
Dear Amy: I had a 15-year affair with a married man (“Marshall”), who then ended his marriage in order to be with me exclusively. Marshall and I continued our relationship for another four years before he died unexpectedly. His siblings are handling the funeral and arrangements. They have been very kind toward me in my… Continue reading Out-of-control dog brought to party