Silly Offbeat ‘Next Goal Wins’ Is By-the-Numbers Crowd Pleaser

Silly Offbeat ‘Next Goal Wins’ Is By-the-Numbers Crowd Pleaser

By Lynn VenhausThink a second tier “Ted Lasso” meets a “Cool Runnings” vibe in this rough-around-the-edges underdog sports comedy-drama that is based on a true... Details
Coppola’s ‘Priscilla’ Presents Elvis Romance as Surreal Teenage Dream

Coppola’s ‘Priscilla’ Presents Elvis Romance as Surreal Teenage Dream

By Lynn Venhaus Women of privilege but not power in a male-dominated world has been a theme in other Sofia Coppola films, and “Priscilla” fits... Details
Take Ten with Artist and Filmmaker Taylor Yocom

Take Ten with Artist and Filmmaker Taylor Yocom

By Lynn VenhausA working artist who explores femininity in visuals ranging from collages to short films, Taylor Yocom is one to watch -- and on... Details
Road Maps, Detours and Powerhouse Vocals Drive ‘The Mad Ones’

Road Maps, Detours and Powerhouse Vocals Drive ‘The Mad Ones’

By Lynn Venhaus An 18-year-old girl in a car. Life looms large at that age, so much ahead, not much in the rear-view mirror. Is... Details
‘Priscilla’ Is An Atmospheric Look at a Troubled Relationship

‘Priscilla’ Is An Atmospheric Look at a Troubled Relationship

By Alex McPherson Stylistically resonant with absorbing performances from Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi, director Sofia Coppola’s “Priscilla” is emotionally removed, eschewing a deeper dive... Details
Spontaneity is Key to ‘White Rabbit, Red Rabbit’ Absurdist Adventure

Spontaneity is Key to ‘White Rabbit, Red Rabbit’ Absurdist Adventure

By Lynn VenhausThink of it as ‘80s performance art meets a ‘60s Be-In. An experimental “happening” play, “White Rabbit, Red Rabbit” by Nassim Soleimanpour, is... Details
Performances Power An Intriguing Mystery-Thriller ‘Mindgame’

Performances Power An Intriguing Mystery-Thriller ‘Mindgame’

By Lynn Venhaus “Mindgame” is one of those clever psychological thrillers that keeps you guessing through two acts, as the twists and gasps mount. Set... Details
Fincher’s ‘The Killer’ Is a Masterful, Darkly Funny Character Study

Fincher’s ‘The Killer’ Is a Masterful, Darkly Funny Character Study

By Alex McPherson Stylish, cerebral, and laced with pitch black humor, director David Fincher’s “The Killer” uses its deceptively simple narrative to uncover a thoughtful,... Details
Lynn Venhaus Turning Pain Into Purpose As Part of a Women’s Anthology Book To Publish Dec. 5

Lynn Venhaus Turning Pain Into Purpose As Part of a Women’s Anthology Book To Publish Dec. 5

By Lynn Venhaus Glory be, I have accomplished one of my life’s goals: Published author. Although writing is a solitary pursuit, it took many other... Details
Reginald Hudlin, Alexander Payne to Receive Awards at St Louis International Film Festival Nov. 9-19

Reginald Hudlin, Alexander Payne to Receive Awards at St Louis International Film Festival Nov. 9-19

Cinema St. Louis is thrilled to unveil the 32nd Annual Whitaker St. Louis International Film Festival (SLIFF), set to captivate audiences from November 9th to 19th at the... Details