As we all know, there are few things as emotionally charged and inherently dramatic as the mother-daughter relationship. So it's no surprise that Miss You Like Hell, La Jolla Playhouse's new, highly-anticipated world premiere musical, is a combination of funny and sad and … [Read more...] about “miss you like hell” at la jolla playhouse
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“arrival” movie review
Arrival seems like a fitting movie for this election season, and I couldn't help wishing it had been released before we voted so people could have seen the importance of having a strong, smart woman in charge. But I digress. … [Read more...] about “arrival” movie review
“laughter on the 23rd floor” at north coast rep
What's amazing about Neil Simon's Laughter on the 23rd Floor, now playing at North Coast Rep, is not just how well it's held up over time but how relevant it still is today. … [Read more...] about “laughter on the 23rd floor” at north coast rep
“the cocktail hour” at north coast rep
Michael and I love seeing plays at North Coast Repertory Theatre because it's small and intimate and always presents high quality, award-winning productions. The Cocktail Hour, considered A.R. Gurney's most autobiographical play, is the perfect opener for North Coast Rep's … [Read more...] about “the cocktail hour” at north coast rep
“london road” movie review
I admit a serial killer on the loose is an odd choice for a musical -- which is one of the reasons I was absolutely riveted by London Road. Based on a British stage play about a real-life crime, the movie version of London Road is vibrant theatre in its own right. … [Read more...] about “london road” movie review
“the light between oceans” movie review
There is something about The Light Between Oceans that just makes me sob. I cried at the end of the book, and I cried at the end of the movie. And, oh, I'm talking the ugly cry, with tears running down my cheeks and salting my popcorn. In other words, I loved it. … [Read more...] about “the light between oceans” movie review
“indignation” movie review and giveaway
It's so refreshing to see a smart movie with a thought-provoking story and well-written dialogue. I guess it shouldn't be a surprise that Indignation is that kind of movie since it's based on a Philip Roth novel. … [Read more...] about “indignation” movie review and giveaway
“mother’s day” blu-ray giveaway
It's hard to beat a cast that includes Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts and Jason Sudeikis. Mother's Day, released this week on Blu-ray + Digital HD, not only boasts those A-listers but is directed by the late Garry Marshall, who directed some of my favorite … [Read more...] about “mother’s day” blu-ray giveaway