Birdman ***** (Out Of *****)

A play within a play has long been one of my favorite devices in storytelling. If isn’t used often, and some directors have a hard time keeping things together, but when it’s done well it can add such a great layer to each character. Such is the case with Alejandro González Iñárittu’s new film Birdman. Michael Keaton delivers the performance of his career as a … Continue reading Birdman ***** (Out Of *****)

Perfume Genius at Lincoln Hall 10/1/2014

There was a lot of love in the room last night at Lincoln Hall as Perfume Genius dropped in to promote the new record, Too Bright. The setting was intimate and comfortable. Comfortable enough that fans shouted up to the stage between most songs, my favorite being a guy yelling “Thank you for being yourself!” Michael Hadreas paused for a second before responding, “No problem.” … Continue reading Perfume Genius at Lincoln Hall 10/1/2014