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Remembering Anthony Bourdain, Explorer And Enthusiast
The chef came to prominence writing about the restaurant kitchens he knew best. He was, particularly on his TV shows, infinitely curious, hungry for everything. Continue Reading Remembering Anthony Bourdain, Explorer And Enthusiast
Summer Music Festivals 2018
The warm, late-spring weather of recent weeks is a reminder that summer is just around the corner. One of the highlights of the season is the abundance of classical music festivals throughout the Northwest. Take a look at what’s in store this summer. Continue Reading Summer Music Festivals 2018
FILM REVIEW: Pontiff Gets Cinematic Pulpit In ’Pope Francis: A Man Of His Word’
In German director Wim Wenders’ new picture, an Argentinian nun who has known Pope Francis for many decades compliments him as the “shepherd of the world.” While he modestly deflects that praise, he clearly has the charisma of a movie star. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: Pontiff Gets Cinematic Pulpit In ’Pope Francis: A Man Of His Word’
FILM REVIEW: A Meta-Hero Makes A Welcome Return in ‘Deadpool 2’
Superheroes now rule our world. At least the box office receipts tell us so. We’re just here to admire them, and assume the roles of background players. Thank goodness, then, we have the return of Wade Wilson in Deadpool 2. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: A Meta-Hero Makes A Welcome Return in ‘Deadpool 2’
FILM REVIEW: Motherhood Isn‘t Perfect, Just Real, In ‘Tully’
It’s tough being a mom, even though it’s “such a blessing” to bring another life into the world. The central character in the new comedy-drama ‘Tully’ knows it all too well. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: Motherhood Isn‘t Perfect, Just Real, In ‘Tully’
QUIZ: English Composer Or Politician? Test Your Musical Or PBS Knowledge
Can you guess which of these are Composers and which are English politicians featured in ‘Victoria’? Good Luck! Continue Reading QUIZ: English Composer Or Politician? Test Your Musical Or PBS Knowledge
FILM REVIEW: ‘A Quiet Place’ Updates The Creature Feature
The story of A Quiet Place spans approximately thirteen months, in the year 2020. Posters and aging newspaper clippings quickly reveal humankind has been ravaged by a merciless alien force. A family of five tip-toe into the nearest town to take supplies from the shelves of ransacked stores. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: ‘A Quiet Place’ Updates The Creature Feature
Comic Michelle Wolf Responds To Backlash: ‘I’m Glad I Stuck To My Guns’
Though critics argued that the comedian’s barbed monologue at Saturday’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner was too pointed, Wolf stands by her set: “I wouldn’t change a single word.” Continue Reading Comic Michelle Wolf Responds To Backlash: ‘I’m Glad I Stuck To My Guns’
Muggles Rejoice: ‘Harry Potter And The Cursed Child’ Is Now On Broadway
The play, co-written by J.K. Rowling, opened on Sunday and picks up where the last novel left off, with Harry sending his son off to Hogwarts. Continue Reading Muggles Rejoice: ‘Harry Potter And The Cursed Child’ Is Now On Broadway
FILM REVIEW: Historic Drama Becomes Political Comedy In ‘Death Of Stalin’
That director Armando Iannucci succeeds here is a minor miracle. He adheres to the outlines of the historical record, but fleshes it out in Kafkaesque fashion. Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: Historic Drama Becomes Political Comedy In ‘Death Of Stalin’
FILM REVIEW: The Return Of Heavy Metal In ‘Pacific Rim: Uprising’
In 2013, the latest Academy Award-winning director, Guillermo del Toro (“The Shape of Water”), brought his keen visual sense and vivid imagination to “Pacific Rim,” a tale of giant, robotic fighting machines activated by their human pilots. Fast forward 10 years to “Uprising.” Continue Reading FILM REVIEW: The Return Of Heavy Metal In ‘Pacific Rim: Uprising’
NPR Tiny Desk Concert: Jenny And The Mexicats
Sometimes frenetic, sometimes slow and luxurious, the grooves the band creates are the perfect cushion for Jenny Ball’s impassioned singing and engaging stage presence. Continue Reading NPR Tiny Desk Concert: Jenny And The Mexicats
