‘Cabaret,’ American Exceptionalism, and History’s Worst RefrainThis 58-year-old musical is an essential text for understanding the 2024 U.S. sociopolitical terrain.Nov 17, 2024Nov 17, 2024
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Published inFanfareMy Favorite Romantic Subplot: ArrivalDenis Villeneuve’s surreal sci-fi drama tells many stories at once with grace and narrative magic.Jul 14, 20246Jul 14, 20246
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Published inFanfareMy Favorite Cult Film: JawbreakerDarren Stein’s dark comedy is a shiny, twisted example of camp done seriously.Jun 18, 20247Jun 18, 20247
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