While 2016 saw the deaths of more celebrities than we can remember, 2017 seems to have picked up right where last year left off. On Sunday, Bill Paxton (61) died of complications from a surgical procedure. Paxton is probably most known for his standout roles in Titanic and Apollo 13, but the actor had a […]
It’s been a while since I’ve felt this uncomfortable leaving a movie. Make no mistake about it, Get Out (the directorial debut of comedian Jordan Peele) sets a new standard for modern horror films. While there are some funny moments, the laughs are scarce; this is a film that will be sure to leave audiences shocked and speechless Alison […]
Bon Jovi returned to St. Louis Sunday night after a 3-year absence. During that time, the band has endured a nasty dispute with its record company, as well as the departure of bandmate and guitar virtuoso Richie Sambora. While Sambora and Jon Bon Jovi will always be one of the most well-known lead singer/lead guitarist […]
Hugh Jackman’s run as Wolverine comes to an end as Marvel’s latest, Logan, sends the titular character off with a bang. Finally, a film that fans of X-Men and action movies alike can embrace. After the worldwide success of Deadpool last year, Fox finally decided to drop the sappy PG-13 rating that has plagued the X-Men franchise since the beginning […]
Avoid this wall if at all possible. Matt Damon’s latest film, The Great Wall, may have the look and feel of a Hollywood blockbuster. It cost a reported $150 million to make, but take it from me, the actor’s latest is a dud. It’s a shame the film is not exciting or interesting, as it […]
Fist Fight may not be perfect, but it’s a long way from being terrible. That is the best way I can describe the new Ice Cube and Charlie Day comedy, about a pair of teachers looking to square off after one gets the other fired. Cube is his usual angry looking self, playing Ron Strickland -a […]
For 20 years now, Gary Owen has been a fixture in the stand-up comedy scene. His big break came in 1997 on BET’s Comic View. While Owen is white, he has garnered a strong African-American following. He has headlined BET shows, as well as Shaquille O’Neal’s All-Star Comedy Jam Tour. Owen has landed feature roles in […]
For most sports fans, the Super Bowl was all about the game between the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots. But for some of us, watching the football game is just collateral damage. We watch it for the commercials. To be honest I’m not a fan of either team, so I had hoped this year’s game would […]
St. Louis’ own Nelly achieved a career first on Friday night, playing with the St. Louis Symphony in front of a sold-out crowd at Powell Hall. The show, which sold out in five hours months ago, featured conductor David Robertson and appearances from Nelly’s fellow St. Lunatics Ali and City Spud. From the start, it […]
Rock Icon and Kiss-founder Gene Simmons will be appearing at Wizard World Comic Con St. Louis on Saturday April 8 and Sunday, April 9. Simmons will also play a concert on Friday, April 7 to celebrate his appearance at the convention. Simmons co-founded KISS 42 years ago. KISS is America’s #1 Gold Record Award Winning […]
