The first great film of 2014, not to mention one of the best animated features in upwards of a decade.
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Transgender Prisoner’s Right to Sex Reassignment Surgery Upheld
Kosilek's much publicized quest for sex reassignment surgery began in the 1990s and continued in an epic journey through federal court proceedings.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC): ‘The Woodsman’ by James Ortiz
The tale of The Woods Man shaped from L. Frank Baum's forgotten stories written after The Wizard of Oz is haunting and poignant. Performed with the use of Bunraku puppetry, the creations of evil and magic are made alive and frightening. The production is exceptional and heartfelt. If you loved The Wizard of Oz, it is a must see.
Read More »Common Core Wars – The Empire State Strikes Back
The “rebel alliance” of teachers, principals, and parents have dared to challenge the empire's Common Core State Standards policy. May the force be with them.
Read More »Book Review: ‘First Legends of Disco’ by James Arena
"First Legends of Disco" holds appeal for both casual fans of disco who are curious about the origins of 1970s and '80s dance floor smashes and more ardent listeners.
Read More »The Most Underrated Movies of 2013
Critics shunned them, moviegoers ignored them, and award shows laughed at them.
Read More »History’s ‘Vikings’ Kicks off Season Two
History’s scripted series Vikings premieres it second season Thursday, February 27 at 10 p.m
Read More »Book Review: ‘Are There Zombies in Heaven?’ by Eric “The Moebius Kid” Morlin
This is poetry from a complex and gifted mind and also from the streets. It is not pretty but it is impressive and worthwhile for the reader.
Read More »Blu-ray Review: ‘Sherlock – Season Three’
The three ninety-minute episodes that make up this run each feel a bit like its own movie.
Read More »Movie Review: ‘RoboCop’ (2014)
The best thing to be said about the RoboCop remake is that at least it’s not a complete disaster.
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