Movie Review: THE MAURITANIAN Starring Jodie Foster, Tahar Rahim
Whoever came up with the phrase, the truth shall set you free, has never been to Guantanamo Bay. It’s a shame that The Mauritanian didn’t feature more of Tahar Rahim’s character, Mohamedou Ould Slahi. Some of the best and most enjoyable moments in this true story, revolve around Slahi and his flashbacks as well as […]
Movie Review: MINARI Starring Steven Yeun, Yeri Han, Yuh-Jung Youn
At the heart of Minari is a story about the American dream. A family moves from their home in California to Arkansas to grow crops on their own farm. The parents work day and night to provide for their children, and are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure they have a bright future. […]
Movie Review: BARB AND STAR GO TO VISTA DEL MAR Starring Kristen Wiig, Annie Mumolo, Jamie Dornan
Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, who co-wrote the hit comedy Bridesmaids, have reteamed to write and star in Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar. Directed by Josh Greenbaum (who directed several episodes of television comedies like New Girl and Fresh Off the Boat), the film follows two middle-aged best friends who are looking […]
Movie Review: JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH Starring Daniel Kaluuya, Lakeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons
In theaters and streaming on HBO Max on February 12, Judas and the Black Messiah tells the true story of Fred Hampton, chairman of the Chicago Black Panthers, and how his efforts were sabotaged by FBI informant William O’Neal. Written by director Shaka King and Will Berson, we see how O’Neal (Lakeith Stanfield) – a […]
Interview with Comedian Rachel Feinstein
Comedic brilliance is set to come to Helium Comedy Club this weekend as a special Valentine’s weekend engagement sees Rachel Feinstein performing February 11th through the 14th. With a variety of days and times to choose from, there really is no good excuse as to why you won’t be there – as this is one […]
Movie Review: MALCOLM & MARIE Starring Zendaya, John David Washington
Written and directed by Sam Levinson (Euphoria, Assassination Nation) during the pandemic, Malcolm & Marie is a personal look inside of a deteriorating relationship that allows the characters adequate time to breathe and process each other’s emotions. The film takes place in real-time, at a single location, after the premiere of Malcolm’s (John David Washington) […]
Opera Theatre of St Louis Cruises Into Port with THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
At a time when the arts face unprecedented challenges in connecting with audiences, Opera Theatre of St. Louis is continuing its mission to educate and entertain with a new production of The Pirates of Penzance that provides rousing entertainment for the entire family. Clocking in at thirty minutes, this abbreviated version of The Pirates of […]
Trailer: AL DAVIS VS. THE NFL Out Feb. 4
From ESPN: ESPN will debut the next installment in the Peabody and Emmy award-winning 30 for 30 series, “Al Davis vs. The NFL,” on February 4. Directed by Ken Rodgers (“The Two Bills,” “Elway to Marino”), the documentary presents an intimate look inside one of the great rivalries in the history of the National Football League – […]
COOKING, CAROLS AND COCKTAILS (Pt. 4) at The Rep
With the final installment of Cooking, Carols and Cocktails, making a mess has never tasted so good. Presented by The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis as a four-part web series highlighting local musicians and chefs, this final bite features a revered local favorite, gooey butter cake. Sprinkled in for flavor are the jazzy and funky […]
Movie Review: WONDER WOMAN 1984
When I say I love Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman (2017), that doesn’t even do it justice. The film was incredibly moving, actually bringing me to tears the first time I saw it in theaters – overwhelmed by the beauty of what I was seeing presented on-screen. These strong and powerful women, directed by a woman, […]
