Denise Castillón
Denise Castillón is a freelance writer and film consultant. Denise has been writing online film reviews on theatrical and film festival releases since 2008.
Denise has represented films and local film festivals at major domestic film festivals and foreign film markets, such as Sundance, Tribeca, Cannes Marché Du Film and European Film Market (Berlinale). She served as publicist for the Maverick Entertainment Group, a specialty home entertainment distributor, and worked for various film publicity agencies on theatrical film campaigns for the Florida market.
When not inside the darkened comfort of a movie theater, Denise can be found traveling (probably to a film festival), indulging her Dionysian appetites, or appreciating other mediums of contemporary art.
Latest Articles
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Film Review: Tim Burton's Dark Shadows
Johnny Depp stars as vampire Barnabas Collins in director Tim Burton's comedic feature film re-make of a popular Horror-themed TV soap opera from the 70's.
May 10, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Sundance debuts Film and Music Festival in London
Four-day festival at The O2 featured 27 films & 17 musical performances. Attendees included HRH the Prince of Wales, Josh Radnor, Martha & Rufus Wainwight.
Apr 30, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Documentary Film Review: MARLEY - Directed by Kevin MacDonald
A far-reaching biographical film about legendary Reggae musician Bob Marley, who rose from his impoverished Jamaican childhood to international fame.
Apr 20, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Monsieur Lazhar - Foreign Independent Film Review
This Oscar-nominated, understated dramedy centers on an immigrant working through his own personal tragedy by helping a classroom of traumatized children.
Apr 11, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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The Matchmaker- Foreign Independent Film Review
A riveting romantic dramedy set in the boyhood of a man, who after receiving an inheritance from his long lost mentor, reminisces on his youthful adventures
Mar 23, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Duplass' Jeff, Who Lives At Home - Independent Film Review
A docile comedy about two disconnected brothers and losers, who together find the meaning of their lives by faithfully watching for signs from the Universe
Mar 15, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Art Wynwood: Miami's Dazzling Contemporary Art Fair Debut
Midtown Miami's up-and-coming cultural arts community earns rightful place among international contemporary art exhibitors with major post-Art Basel show.
Feb 24, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Thin Ice- Independent Film Review
Without the cleverness of the Coens' Fargo or the slickness of a Mamet film, this comedy skillfully conveys the comeuppance of a greedy insurance salesman.
Feb 17, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Independent Film Review of the 2012 Oscar Nominated Margin Call
A little known indie film, written and directed by first-time filmmaker, makes it onto the 84th Academy Awards nomination list for Best Original Screenplay.
Jan 31, 2012
- Denise Castillón
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Le Havre - Foreign Independent Film Review
A politically-themed, yet heartwarming drama, set in the titular French harbor city, where working-class neighbors work together to hide a young refugee.
Dec 10, 2011
- Denise Castillón
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