Movie Review | The Last Black Man in San Francisco
Armed with an irresistible title, some striking visuals, and fresh takes on gentrification, black identity, and the titular city,...
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Movie Review | Rocketman
Dexter Fletcher was the guy who was called in to finish Bohemian Rhapsody after the credited director Bryan Singer...
Arguing for – and With – London’s 1750 Bluestockings at Boston Court Pasadena’s “Ladies
THEATRE REVIEW “Prove your worth.” By Melanie Hooks Deadly words. For the soul, self-esteem, love of life. And yet...
A Feel-Good “Bronco Billy – the Musical” at Skylight Theater
THEATRE REVIEW Even before Bronco Billy (Eric B. Anthony) and his eclectic crew of “buckaroos” hit the stage, we’re...
“Mama Metal” at Atwater Village Theater
THEATRE REVIEW Another winner from Iama Theatre Company at nearby Atwater Village Theatre. By Carol Edger Germain Sigrid Gilmer’s...
Movie Review | Shadow
In 1987, Zhang Yimou debuted with the drama Red Sorghum, and instantly became China’s preeminent – and often persecuted...
“Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill” at Garry Marshall Theater
THEATRE REVIEW It’s 1959, Billie Holiday (Deidrie Henry) is back in Philly for one of her last performances, occurring...
Review: LitFest Pasadena 2019
The 8th annual Pasadena “festival of books” – LitFest Pasadena 2019 – has come and gone. The wonderful Light...
