Gus Van Sant
‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Review: Gus Van Sant’s Uneven, Compelling Hostage Thriller
The film is inspired by the 1977 Indianapolis hostage standoff involving Tony Kiritsis and centers on the escalation of a public confrontation shaped by negotiation, media attention, and law enforceme...
AFI Fest 2025 Review: ‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Presents a Hostage Situation To Die For
The film depicts the 1977 kidnapping by Tony Kiritsis of his bank mortgager, in which he requested hostage money and an apology.
Review: ‘Don’t Worry,’ Gus Van Sant Is Back With a Good Flick
It’s about time Joaquin Phoenix reteamed with director Gus Van Sant. While acting since he was a kid, Phoenix’s real breakout role was the 1995 Van Sant film To Die For. Since that time, Van Sant has ...
Sundance 2018 Review: Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far On Foot – Phoenix Remembered
Fred Topel reviews Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far On Foot from the 2018 Sundance Film Festival