“Jackpot!” hates its characters and its audience
Paul Feig’s latest film, starring Awkwafina and John Cena, revels in a form of misanthropy that would require far more thought and courage to pull off. Photo: Daniel McFadden/AMAZON MGM…
Paul Feig’s latest film, starring Awkwafina and John Cena, revels in a form of misanthropy that would require far more thought and courage to pull off. Photo: Daniel McFadden/AMAZON MGM…
As an English teacher in an American high school, it’s a crime not to teach Edgar Allan Poe. The guy needs no introduction, his influence is felt in literature and…
The highly anticipated fifth edition of artist Nick Ross’ fan-made graphic novel series Ghostbusters: Ectozimus has just been released and triggers an interdimensional crossrip on New York City! In this…
The story combines amusing penguin escapades with touching meditations on grief and healing. My penguin friend tells an enchanting and redemptive story about the healing power of love and friendship.…
Sometimes fate deals a good hand. I’m just taking a little stroll on Bandcamp, browsing for new hot stuff, but not expecting to find anything special. A wicked piece of…
I have fond memories of buying those two Testament albums on vinyl in 1987/88 (and still do), and that was the height of hard rock and heavy metal with MTV…
August’s promo selection gets weird in the swamp, weird enough even for this reviewer’s detritus-sifting sensibilities. But the second album from Rochester, NY Fourth Dominion caught my eye for two…
The number one The Android smartphone feature I’ve been looking forward to in 2024 is Qi2. This is the new wireless charging standard that enables a MagSafe-like magnetic charging system,…
While students perceive that summer is here to stay, schools have provisional Start dates in the calendar, and the academic year 2024-2025 is imminent. For many, standardized testing is one…
Envy is a powerful drug. I never get high on it, but once I take a hit, I find it hard to come off. Whether it’s someone who inspires me…