Citing Heath Ledger's performance as the Joker in The Dark Knight as an example of an actor's extreme dedication, Aluma wondered: "How far is too far? Is it still acting or has it become this psychosis they are living truthfully in an adopted mind – turning on something that is no longer them and is in fact dangerous?"
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Theater Review (San Antonio): Tony Award-Winning ‘Memphis’ at the Woodlawn Theatre
A solid production and bright performances help to cover the clichés.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): Kathleen Clark’s ‘Secrets of a Soccer Mom’ at AtticRep
Three enthusiastic performances bring some needed energy to sitcom-level material.
Read More »SXSW Film Reviews: ‘Jack Goes Home’ and ‘My Father Die’
Two arty thrillers from emerging directorial talents made their searing debuts at this year's festival.
Read More »Theater Review (San Antonio): ‘A Wolverine Walks Into a Bar’ by Jaston Williams
The 'Greater Tuna' vet premieres his new comedy in the town that helped give him his start.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘The American Epic Sessions’ – An Amazing Journey Through Musical History
Bernard McMahon and Allison McGourtey's loving tribute to American musical history doubles as an entertaining concert film.
Read More »Concert Review: Moon Taxi at the Empire Theatre (San Antonio, March 23, 2016)
The Nashville rockers delivered an explosive set in San Antonio last Wednesday night.
Read More »SXSW Film Wrap-Up: Keynotes and Conversations
There were a number of intriguing conversations and keynotes with actors, filmmakers, and reviewers throughout the week.
Read More »SXSW Film Review: ‘Tower,’ Keith Maitland’s Award-Winning Documentary
Keith Maitland's powerful documentary takes a unique approach in telling the tale of the horrific events that occurred at the University of Texas, Austin, in August 1966.
Read More »SXSW Interview: Behind the Scenes of ‘Pee-wee’s Big Holiday’ with Paul Reubens, Joe Manganiello and More
The creators and cast of the new Netflix film provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the welcome return of Pee Wee Herman.
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