Archive for February, 2016

Francis Bacon: A Final Painting Found

The Guardian says: ‘It could be a bull backing in to a burning, black void or … Read more »

Emily Dickinson In “A Quiet Passion”

Richard Brody got a sneak peek at “A Quiet Passion,” Terence Davies’s new movie about Emily … Read more »

Bowie’s “Blackstar” Is Instagram Series

David Bowie wasn’t known for granting rights to his music easily, so this news is encouraging … Read more »

Oscar Micheaux: Forgotten Film Pioneer

Atlasobscura asks: ‘Who was the most prolific African-American filmmaker of the silent film era? That’s a … Read more »

Just My Imagination, Or Is Tina Fey…

…starting to look like Sigourney Weaver? Miss T’s new movie is in cinemas March 4th.

Borat’s New Movie: Strained, Unfunny

I’m a “Borat” fan, so I’ve been reading reviews of Sascha Baron Cohen‘s new movie with … Read more »

Shamrock Shakes Are Back

The McDonald’s Shamrock Shake: What was once a sometimes forgotten seasonal tryst for American fast food … Read more »