Stephen Sondheim’s “Follies,” first produced on Broadway in 1971, and not seen much since, still has relevance–especially in the era of HIllary Clinton’s run
Category: Literature/Arts/Film
London Has Fallen: An abhorrent movie, fueled by American exceptionalism, testosterone, and xenophobia
I’ll admit, most terrorism/spy/war/national defense movies of the past decade anger me for a dozen or so different reasons, not the least of which
“Where to Invade Next:” Notes and thoughts on Michael Moore’s movie
Should I recommend Michael Moore’s 2016 movie,” Where to Invade Next”? On the plus side, there are some really good jokes. The biggest laugh
Weiner: Pictures from an exhibition[ist]
The political documentary, “Weiner,” will probably make you cringe, but not necessarily for the most obvious reasons. Many people who buy tickets may
An Israeli soap opera draws me in, despite its religious setting
I’ve been binge-watching a 2008 Israeli soap opera called “Srugim,” and it’s sparking some thoughts about religion.The title, “Srugim” [“suh-roo-geem”] is a Hebrew word
Eye In the Sky: The moral choices of drone warfare
“Eye in the Sky,” is not your typical war movie. Director Gavin Hood has created a military thriller without firefights, bombs, ear-shattering explosions or
“Where to Invade Next:” Michael Moore’s film makes its points, annoyingly
Michael Moore’s new film has a coy title, “Where to Invade Next.” And that’s where the trouble begins. Based on the title, you might
Public art: Controversial, uncomfortable, and good for the neighborhood
While riding my bicycle a few months ago past The School: Jack Shainman Gallery—a stunning, year-old kunsthalle just around the corner from my home
Spotlight: How real investigative reporting is done–and why isn’t there more of it?
There are no car chases, explosions, zombies or love scenes in the recently released movie, “Spotlight.” But a lot of important things happen. The
“Grandma” offers a refreshing, accepting view of abortion
“Grandma” is a trifle of a movie with the socially redeeming characteristic of portraying an accepting attitude toward abortions. Unlike most Hollywood films, broadcast-TV