Mickalene Thomas: Origins of the Universe Opening Reception Friday, April 13, 7-9 p.m. Exhibition Saturday, April 14-Aug. 19 Santa Monica Museum of Art New York-based artist Mickalene Thomas makes a move to the West Coast with her exhibition Origin of the Universe. The multimedia artist, who often experiments with various forms of landscape painting, tackles [...]
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Indie comics deserve attention
Everyone loves the indie comic scene. It serves as a great alternative to narrow-minded, studio-controlled projects and, more often than not, indie comics show artists embracing their passions or dream projects. Independent productions are the reason why college radio stations or the Sundance and Slamdance film festivals exist and thrive. So long as major companies [...]
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Daniel Nettheim’s The Hunter beautifully captures the experience of the hunt with its slow burn pace and stunning cinematography.
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What’s the restaurant industry to do when all of the — sometimes literal — smoke and mirrors on the plate no longer impress jaded diners? The answer, it seems, involves the cocktail. Once an afterthought of the dining experience, most restaurants now give cocktails as much care as meals. At Bar Centro at José Andrés’ [...]
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Whit Stillman’s Damsels in Distress strays from the typical college film with its unique flair.
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With finals around the corner, chances are coffee will be on your mind. Here are some quality options to stave the next craving.
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A Noise Within’s Antony and Cleopatra brings a lesser-known play to life with an integral set and emotive performances.
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If a show airs in its time slot and no one is tuned in to watch it, does it make a sound? It’s an “if a tree falls in a forest” question that most network executives would be perfectly happy going their whole careers without ever discovering the answer to. Countless dollars are spent every [...]
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Despite Sean William Scott’s acting, hockey film Goon flops with an unfocused narrative.
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With more refined characters, beautiful sets and heightened drama, season two of The Borgias takes off with a promising start.
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