Film

Did you experience the thrill of seeing it on Broadway in 1957? Or maybe you first caught wind of the phenomenon that is West Side Story when the original movie came out in 1961, starring Natalie Wood. No matter how you know it, you’re likely aware of the uniquely American…

If you’re in the process of planning that summer getaway or strategizing about a staycation, then you’re likely looking for some good reading material- and lucky for you, there are some new titles that seem worthy of your time and attention.   First up, for self-improvement: You may not know…

Perhaps you’ve sung along to hits like “Tiny Dancer,” or “Bennie and The Jets,” or praised his songs for the musical “Billy Elliot.” Maybe you’ve admired his outrageous live performances and dazzling outfits. Or maybe you’ve applauded his activism against AIDS. At 72 years old, Elton John is having his…

Whether you loved her in The Queen or admired her in Woman In Gold, you’ve probably been wowed by the acting abilities of Dame Helen Mirren. Now 73 years old, Helen Mirren also appears to still be wowing people with her beauty and physique. Having just been voted the somewhat…

You may know her as the diminutive doyenne of all things sex. But did you know that Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a Holocaust survivor whose positive attitude toward life and love (and sex) has allowed her to persevere through tragedy and teach everything there is to know about sex well…

While they may not have the celebrity power of A Star Is Born, or the critical buzz of such nominees as Roma, there are some noteworthy films among this year’s Oscar nominees for short films that are definitely worth your while. In the category of Animated Shorts, you’ll find the…