At SXSW 2026, ‘Normal’ with Bob Odenkirk and ‘Pretty Lethal’ with Uma Thurman, used clever and creative screenwriting tropes to create engaging and exciting cinema.
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Theater Review: ‘My Joy Is Heavy’ – the Bengsons Find Joy in Sorrow
Abigail and Shaun Bengson's musical memoir chronicles their trials during COVID and the fears accompanying their attempt to have another baby.
Read More »‘Aether & Iron’ Review: ‘Disco Elysium’ Meets ‘Bioshock’ in a Stunning Noir Adventure
I'm thoroughly impressed by the art style, narrative depth, and character writing, even if I occasionally found myself wishing for a bit more gameplay variety.
Read More »SXSW 2026 Reviews: ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ with Samara Weaving and ‘The Comeback’ Starring Lisa Kudrow
"Ready or not," it's time for a "comeback" with Samara Weaving and former 'Friends' star Lisa Kudrow.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Chinese Republicans’ – Chinese American Women vs. the Glass Ceiling
Four Chinese American women struggle up the corporate ladder with humor and poignancy in 'Chinese Republicans.'
Read More »Music Reviews: The Beach Boys’ ‘We Gotta Groove,’ plus The Third Mind’s ‘Spellbinder!’
Brian Wilson himself called 'Love You' the Beach Boys’ best album, and though many other people would probably put 'Pet Sounds' at the top of the list, this record is pretty darn great.
Read More »Theater Review: ‘Bughouse’ – John Kelly is Henry Darger in Martha Clarke’s Gorgeous Production
In 'Bughouse' John Kelly inhabits the soul of the amazing outsider artist and recluse Henry Darger.
Read More »SXSW 2026 TV Review: ‘Margot’s Got Money Troubles’ Takes on Modernity With Fanning, Pfeiffer, and Offerman
SXSW not only brings attendees movies and music, it also gives them a peek at what they can enjoy on their TV in the coming year. At the 2026 edition of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Conference and Festivals we learned that Margot’s Got Money Troubles. The series, which will premier on …
Read More »SXSW 2026 Film Review: Keke Palmer and Demi Moore in ‘I Love Boosters’ Make Opening Night Memorable
Writer/director Boots Riley premiered an amazing and funny film – I Love Boosters – at the opening night of SXSW 2026.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘Monte Cristo,’ a New Off-Broadway Musical
A beautifully designed and executed production, with Broadway-star singing and acting, is partly spoiled by some questionable-at-best creative decisions.
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