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Homages to horror cinema of the 1970s and 1980s are legion, be it high-profile efforts like James Wan’s The Conjuring and Luca Guadagnino’s Suspiria or indies such as The Void , The House of the Devil, and Almost Human . Yet even when they attempt to duplicate the grungy, scratchy lo-fi vibe of those eras’ domestic B-movies and foreign imports, they often teeter on the edge of—if not outright indulge in—pantomime that’s more affected than authentic. Not so, thankfully, with A Wounded Fawn , writer/director Travis Stevens’ follow-up to last year’s sturdy Jakob’s Wife , which is rough around the edges in all the best ways. Fierce, jagged and surreally sinister, it’s a spiritual companion piece to its illustrious grindhouse and giallo predecessors that gets not only their look but also their mood right, culminating in a prolonged finale of mind-bending insanity. Premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival before debuting on Shudder later this year, A Wounded Fawn opens … [Read more...] about ‘A Wounded Fawn,’ a Shocking Horror Movie of Feminist Fury and Greek Mythology, Wows the Tribeca Film Festival

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Arts & Entertainment Virtual Book Festival for All Ages Continues Through August 20 jean moon , Community Contributor Posted Reply The Downtown Columbia Partnership (DTC) and The Howard Hughes Corporation (HHC) are now hosting the 4th annual Books in Bloom (BIB) book festival in a new virtual format. For the schedule and registration, visit https://www.booksinbloommd.com/events . The festival will feature the following programs: Thursday, August 6, 7-8 p.m. Immigration and Identity Panel : Abdi Nor Iftin, author of the riveting and dramatic memoir Call Me American: A Memoir that details his path to the US from incredible violence in Somalia. A Naomi Paik, author of Bans, Walls, Raids, Sanctuary: Understanding US Immigration Policy which looks at the significant barriers to immigration embedded in the very foundation … [Read more...] about Books in Bloom Festival Features Immigration and Identity Panel

Vladimir Putin is a tyrant who thinks himself unassailable , so his refusal to even utter the name Alexei Navalny speaks volumes about the profoundly discomfiting effect the opposition leader, presidential candidate and anti-corruption activist has had on Russia’s leader. Referring to Navalny as “that character” and “that person,” Putin’s hatred of the dissident stems from the fact that, as one supporter puts it, “he is now the symbol of Russia’s freedom,” and that rage came to a head on August 20, 2020, when during a flight from the Siberian town of Tomsk to Moscow, Navalny fell ill—the victim, it turned out, of poisoning. In no uncertain terms, Putin had tried to kill his rival, and only through sheer luck did his scheme not work out as planned. Premiering Jan. 25 as a last-second addition to this year’s Sundance Film Festival , Navalny is a bracing document of the assassination attempt on Navalny’s life, as well as his victorious post-recovery effort to unmask … [Read more...] about Inside Sundance’s Top-Secret Documentary on Putin Target Alexei Navalny

(CNN) — Geena Davis is not someone to stay silent on important matters. In fact, she’s built an research empire of sorts through her Geena Davis Institute on Gender and Media and founded a film festival that both aim to empower underrepresented voices in Hollywood. READ MORE: Tampa Bay Lightning Game 5 Watch Party Tonight But on this day, beaming in via Zoom from Arkansas, Davis is mum, even when implored to end a 30-year debate among “A League of Their Own” loyalists by answering an all-important queery: Did Dottie Hinson drop the ball on purpose? “I love that people still argue about it 30 years later,” she says, speaking of the climactic scene that costs the Rockford Peaches their World Series win and leaves one half of a feuding sister duo defeated. “I had to decide for my character what actually happened. So I, at least from my perspective, I know what happened … but I’ve decided I’m never gonna tell anybody.” She loves the ending, too, she says, contested as it might … [Read more...] about No, Geena Davis Still Don’t Tell You If Dottie Meant To Drop The Ball.

Sometimes stars fuck up. Celebrity gaffes can range from the little things (tripping on the red carpet) to the bigger things ( calling yourself a gay man who doesn’t sleep with dudes) to the stuff of national crises (nationally televised nip slips, racist/anti-Semitic rants, and criminal charges). Some celebrities have genuinely bad opinions, and others are just imperfect human beings—Justin Bieber probably didn’t mean to hit a photographer with his truck outside of church just days after rededicating his life to Jesus Christ . For every “woke” celebrity retweeting Kamala Harris, there’s an ill-articulate actor whose PR team has already pre-drafted an apology. But poor word choice pales in comparison to being accused of facilitating or tacitly supporting human rights violations. The day that your long-suffering assistant informs you that Human Rights Watch is formally condemning you should probably be the day you start rethinking some life choices. While this might sound like a … [Read more...] about Angelina Jolie’s Cambodian Army Screw-Up and Hollywood’s Human Rights Fouls

Good morning, Bay Area. It’s Thursday, June 23, and San Francisco officials say they cleaned up 38 tons of trash from the Warriors championship parade. Here’s what you need to know to start your day. Hold onto your picnic blankets Golden Gate Park and Mission Dolores are among the most famous parks in the Bay Area, but they may not be the best places to enjoy a sunny day outdoors in San Francisco. A Chronicle data analysis of Google Maps reviews finds that the highest-rated park within city boundaries is actually a mini park in an alley around the corner from 16th Street BART in the Mission District, which one mom summed up as: “Kickass name. Underrated park.” San Francisco boasts nearly 200 parks. What’s your favorite? Check out the data and story from Peter Hartlaub and Nami Sumida. Housing accountability Nine months ago, California vowed to crack down on what state officials called “NIMBY” housing delays after major developments stalled in San Francisco and … [Read more...] about Bay Briefing: The No. 1 park in S.F.? It’s not Golden Gate Park or Mission Dolores in this assessment

Elkridge | Neighbor News | Nov 2019 Candlelight Concert Society Presents Holiday Program A capella group sings songs and carols from around the world jean moon , Community Contributor Thank Share Elkridge | Neighbor News | Nov 2019 Downtown Columbia Festive Friday Cocktail Crawl Set for Dec. 13 Restaurants provide artisanal cocktails and delicious nibbles at the Kittamaqundi Lakefront jean moon , Community Contributor Thank Share Elkridge | Neighbor News | Jul 2019 Vantage Point Presents Program on Novels Made Into Films Popular teacher George Clack will examine whether good movies have same ingredients as good books jean moon , Community Contributor Thank Share Elkridge | Neighbor News | Jul 2019 Movie … [Read more...] about Elkridge Arts & Entertainment News

On June 22, 1922, one of San Francisco's most iconic institutions opened its doors. The Castro Theatre officially celebrates its centennial anniversary today, and as a gift to loyal fans, the theater will screen five of the most iconic movies in the city's history for only a buck per ticket (plus, of course, a $.50 fee). The programming is an interesting mix of movies, nodding to several beloved blockbusters as well as a few classic films that might be less familiar for modern audiences. Of course Robin Williams' comedic opus "Mrs. Doubtfire" is included (1:00 p.m.), as well as the gritty Clint Eastwood action flick "Dirty Harry" (3:30 p.m.). The most epic car chase in film history will also screen, with Steve McQueen's "Bullitt" playing at 8:15 p.m. All those films could certainly be called vintage at this point, but there's also a few movies that speak to earlier days of San Francisco cinema. Released in 1936, "San Francisco" (10:30 a.m.) starring Clark Gable, Jeanette … [Read more...] about San Francisco’s historic Castro Theatre offers $1 movies for 100th anniversary

Woodstock-Towne Lake | News | Mar 2019 Elm Street Cultural Arts Village To Announce Season Plans Elm Street Cultural Arts Village will be giving updates at the end of this month on the upcoming season and plans for its 4-acre property. Kathleen Sturgeon , Patch Staff Thank Share Woodstock-Towne Lake | Press Release | Feb 2019 Elm Street Presents: Of Mice & Men! The play runs for just over a week in March. Here’s where to get tickets. Press Release Desk , News Partner Thank Share Woodstock-Towne Lake | Press Release | Feb 2019 Guys & Dolls: Concert To Benefit The Arts You can come out to support Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, a Woodstock non-profit arts organization. Press Release Desk , News Partner Thank Share … [Read more...] about Woodstock-Towne Lake Arts & Entertainment News

0 Community Corner Largo, Md. – The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) commemorates the Juneteenth holiday with a series of events. Press Release Desk , News Partner Posted Reply Press release from Prince George's County Memorial Library System: June 14, 2022 Largo, Md . – The Prince George's County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) commemorates the Juneteenth holiday with a series of events for all ages. Curated by the Library's Black History and Culture Team, Prince Georgians can explore their creativity, local community, and the legacy of Juneteenth. Featured programs include: Monday, June 13, 4 pm, Spauldings Branch Library - Juneteenth Celebration Bingo Wednesday, June 15, 6 pm, Virtual Event - Writers' Group - On Juneteenth Thursday, June 16, 4 pm, Oxon Hill Branch Library - Story Explorers: Black is a Rainbow Color Saturday, June 18, 11 am, Fairmount Heights Branch Library - … [Read more...] about Prince George’s County Memorial Library: