"The Crying Game" is so much more than its well-known scene, with a dramatic exploration of one's political and sexual identity as an important (for better or worse) benchmark of queer cinema. ★★★★½
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Bond: The 60s Six – ‘Goldfinger’
"Goldfinger" is superb by setting the next wave of Bond films while still standing on its own. ★★★★★
‘Turning Red’ is a sweet charming journey into teenage independence
"Turning Red" impresses with a hilarious coming-of-age tale about being true to one’s self in the face of adversity…even if that adversity is your own mother. ★★★★½
Poem: “Antagonist Affliction”
You're the villain of my storyIt’s easier to say than believe.This battered heart still cannot accept thisas fact.You’re an antagonist at bestBecause I want to believethere’s good in you. I’ve run out of clichéd comparisons,pseudo academic symbolism, andluminous imagery to describe you.I’ll be blunt with my penYou’re flawed and arrogant,stubborn and ignorantat worst. Every line … Continue reading Poem: “Antagonist Affliction”
Poetry: “Protagonist Prognosis”
I hate the beach in LA;dirty ass water where the sunset fades.The sunset’s falter throughout time.The last time it was perfect.You were still adored in my rhymes. I will never love you.You’re nothing, but a prop.I’m waiting to say it’s the end.I will never love you.You’re an accessory on my side.I cannot wait till you’ve … Continue reading Poetry: “Protagonist Prognosis”
Weekend Wordings: ‘(Sympathe)(Apologe)tic’/’Meaningless Star Stuff Reflection’
Welcome back to Weekend Wordings. It's been a few months, but never too late to get back into it. First up is an apology poem and second is a reflection of my present life. Enjoy! (Sympathe)(Apologe)tic You’ve shot your shot,but I blocked it.No swift crossand not catching a rebound. Our connections been distortedand our voices … Continue reading Weekend Wordings: ‘(Sympathe)(Apologe)tic’/’Meaningless Star Stuff Reflection’
Wendy’s Lost Boy
Surely, one day I’ll sleep, maybe even twice. Alcohol does not help, writing is my only vice. Use the pen, never the sword, you having a great life is such a fine reward. Now back to sunset filled dreams of the one; a lady in waiting that never seems to come as I drown in … Continue reading Wendy’s Lost Boy
‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ remains the fairest one of all
The first post in the Reeling from Films series takes a look at the one that started it all, Walt Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs."
Student artist donates time and art to remember homes lost to the creek fire (Link to article)
Originally published in El Leñador May 2021 issue On Sept. 4, 2020, the Creek Fire broke out near Shaver Lake and Sierra National Park. It would burn 379,895 acres of land with 103 homes lost in the blaze. Artist Kylee “Ky” Conriquez brings out empathy in her art with the Creek Fire project completed on … Continue reading Student artist donates time and art to remember homes lost to the creek fire (Link to article)
‘Mucho Mucho Amor’ goes beyond the stars
Source: The New Yorker “Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado” is an astronomical journey across the legacy of famed astrologer Walter Mercado. Directors Cristina Costantini and Kareem Tabsch deliver on answering the questions not even the stars could answer from who Mercado was and, most importantly, what had happened after his sudden disappearance. … Continue reading ‘Mucho Mucho Amor’ goes beyond the stars
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