‘The Northman’: Savagely Violent, Captivating, Yet Underwhelming

‘The Northman’: Savagely Violent, Captivating, Yet Underwhelming

By Alex McPhersonA snarling, fever-dream rampage of vengeance, director Robert Eggers’ “The Northman” can’t match its stunning attention to detail with an emotionally satisfying narrative.... Details
‘Hand to God’ Cast’s Raunchy Romp Is Intense at St Louis Actors’ Studio

‘Hand to God’ Cast’s Raunchy Romp Is Intense at St Louis Actors’ Studio

By Lynn Venhaus Two words: Demented puppets. In this “Avenue Q” meets “Book of Mormon” pitch-black comedy, “Hand to God” builds audacity and unease in... Details
Michael Bay’s ‘Ambulance’ Is Overstuffed Never-Ending Nonsense

Michael Bay’s ‘Ambulance’ Is Overstuffed Never-Ending Nonsense

By Lynn VenhausAn interminable wild and crazy car chase through the streets of Los Angeles all before evening rush hour, “Ambulance” is banking on viewers... Details
‘Hairspray’ Tour has Audience Clapping, Tapping and Laughing

‘Hairspray’ Tour has Audience Clapping, Tapping and Laughing

By CB Adams The new North American tour of “Hairspray,” which opened at the Fox Theatre on Tuesday, April 5, and runs through Saturday, April... Details
Bejeweled, Bedazzled and Bemused: A Grand ‘My Fair Lady’ at The Fox

Bejeweled, Bedazzled and Bemused: A Grand ‘My Fair Lady’ at The Fox

A Refreshed Grande Dame of Midcentury Musicals Presented in Fine Fashion By CB Adams After the two-year black hole that was the COVID-19 pandemic, this... Details
‘The Lost City’ Is Simple, Harmless Fun For Cynical Times

‘The Lost City’ Is Simple, Harmless Fun For Cynical Times

By Alex McPherson “The Lost City,” directed by Adam and Aaron Nee, is a purely enjoyable action comedy with strong performances that provides comfort food... Details
Oscar Best Picture Nominee: Epic Sci-Fi ‘Dune’ Is Visually Stunning Technical Marvel

Oscar Best Picture Nominee: Epic Sci-Fi ‘Dune’ Is Visually Stunning Technical Marvel

By Lynn VenhausFor 10 days preceding the 94th annual Academy Awards on March 27, we are spotlighting each of the 10 Best Picture nominees.by running... Details
‘X’ Is Soulful Slasher Flick

‘X’ Is Soulful Slasher Flick

By Alex McPherson Paying homage to horror classics like “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” while also subverting clichés to surprising ends, Ti West’s “X” is... Details
The Go-Gos, Greek Romance and Girls Unleashed: New Liners Frolic in Spirited ‘Head Over Heels’

The Go-Gos, Greek Romance and Girls Unleashed: New Liners Frolic in Spirited ‘Head Over Heels’

By Lynn Venhaus Thomas Edison said: “Genius is 1% inspiration, 99% perspiration.” That ode to hard work is evident in New Line Theatre’s latest production... Details
Oscar Best Picture Nominee: ‘CODA’ Earns Its Way Into Your Heart

Oscar Best Picture Nominee: ‘CODA’ Earns Its Way Into Your Heart

By Lynn VenhausFor 10 days preceding the 94th annual Academy Awards on March 27, we are spotlighting each of the 10 Best Picture nominees.by running... Details