May 18, 2017
Comic Books
Issue #60 - Father John Misty
This is a slightly disjointed book art-wise, with the first chapter's more realistic style contrasting mightily with the bulk of the book's kinetic, cartoony style by Brian Ching. More
May 18, 2017
Music
Issue #60 - Father John Misty
Given John Darnielle's love of death metal, we knew Goths' day would come. What we didn't expect is the canvas to be so pop-forward. Goths is vivid and light on its toes, as it runs the gamut of various "goth" personalities both historical and fictional, showcasing one of Darnielle's greatest carnal sins—his ability to glean color from unexpected places. More
Studio: IFC Films
Directed by Robin Swicord
May 18, 2017
Cinema
Issue #60 - Father John Misty
Wakefield is somewhat about suburban malaise, but it’s also about masculine control. More
May 18, 2017
Music
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Compiling a best of collection is a tall task for any band. Doing so for a band with an eclectic and shapeshifting sound that has endured through three decades is nearly impossible. More
May 17, 2017
Music
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Either Norwegian artist Sondre Lerche isn't quite old enough or he refuses to allow youth to be wasted on the proverbial young. Pleasure, Lerche's latest full-length, arrives in full regalia, a dazzling (and dizzying) display of bleeps and bloops, bells and whistles. More
Studio: Magnolia Pictures
Directed by Thomas Vinterberg
May 17, 2017
Cinema
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The Commune is a severely missed opportunity to explore life in the titular social setting. More
Studio: Eagle Rock Entertainment
May 17, 2017
DVDs
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In 1959, Frank Sinatra was contracted by ABC to host four special one-hour performances, to be released at various times throughout the network season. More
May 17, 2017
DVDs
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Tampopo is a movie with little to no cultural barrier. More
May 17, 2017
Music
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Borrowing from the repetitive minimalism of Philip Glass and the ambient stylings of Brian Eno, Penguin Cafe's Arthur Jeffes carries on the tradition that began with his father's Penguin Cafe Orchestra back in 1976. More
May 16, 2017
Comic Books
Issue #60 - Father John Misty
If you've wondered whether Jeff Lemire will ever create anything less than amazing, the answer is a resounding "no." Five former superheroes and their loyal (female) robot stranded on a farm doesn't sound like engrossing reading, but Lemire's uncanny talent instantly makes Black Hammer a must-read. More
