Priscilla
As perhaps the most pivotal entertainer in American history, the story of Elvis Presley has been told from countless angles. Here the story is told by his wife, Priscilla. Written, ... Continue Reading →
Anatomy of a Fall
Over the decades, legal dramas have been well assayed by myriad filmmakers. The attraction to the genre is understandable. Writers and directors are fascinated by the generally tight ... Continue Reading →
Stop Making Sense
The list of universally acclaimed concert films is notoriously short. This is for obvious reasons. The ability to capture on film in two dimensions the excitement and transient nature ... Continue Reading →
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Thrills at North Coast Repertory Theatre
With a family trip to London abruptly taken off calendar, it was especially delightful to attend the North Coast Repertory Theatre’s production of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Set in ... Continue Reading →
The Holdovers
The filmmakers have apparently said this is not a Christmas film, but the key art and setting certainly augur toward annual viewing. Neither “It’s a Wonderful Life” nor “Die ... Continue Reading →
The Man Behind the Spectacle of U2 at Sphere
Four decades of progressively over the top productions reach a peak in Las Vegas
The guy who has brought U2 to life in concert since the band left forever the club scene ... Continue Reading →
Nyad
As someone who spent countless hours in the swimming pool on swim team, I have much admiration for long distance swimmers, as my competition only extended to shorter sprints. In the ... Continue Reading →
SUMO Delivers at La Jolla Playhouse
Often described as a blend of religion and the National Football League, the centuries-old sport of sumo holds a grip in Japanese culture, but it’s mostly unknown or misunderstood ... Continue Reading →
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