A Critical Look at Hollywood’s “Oppenheimer” and Its Revisionist Storytelling

A Critical Look at Hollywood’s “Oppenheimer” and Its Revisionist Storytelling In the landscape of contemporary cinema, “Oppenheimer,” Hollywood’s latest blockbuster, has ignited a firestorm of acclaim. Touted as a riveting exploration into the life of Robert Oppenheimer, the so-called father of the atomic bomb, it has been lauded for its dramatic portrayal of genius marred by hubris. Yet, beneath the surface of these commendations lies … Continue reading A Critical Look at Hollywood’s “Oppenheimer” and Its Revisionist Storytelling

The Lake Michigan Film Festival: A Celebration of Regional Talent, February 29

  Get More Out of Your Day With CBD for Life CBD Gummies   Listen: The ELFF The Lake Michigan Film Festival: A Celebration of Regional Talent, February 29 From Gnomes to Muscle Cars: Discover the Unique Flavors of the Lake Michigan Film Festival Showcasing the Heart of the Midwest: The Eclectic Line-up of the ELFF The Lake Michigan Film Festival is set to grace … Continue reading The Lake Michigan Film Festival: A Celebration of Regional Talent, February 29

The Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971 exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts showcases the history, contributions, and struggles of African Americans in American film.

The Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971 exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts showcases the history, contributions, and struggles of African Americans in American film. What You Should Know • The Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971 exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts showcases the history, contributions, and struggles of African Americans in American film. • Witness over 200 historical items, rare films, and newsreels that shed … Continue reading The Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971 exhibition at the Detroit Institute of Arts showcases the history, contributions, and struggles of African Americans in American film.

Teamsters & IATSE Detroit Mixer, Thursday, October 26, 2023

You are invited to the following event: Teamsters & IATSE Detroit Mixer When: Thursday, October 26, 2023, 5:00 PM, EDT Where: Nemo’s Bar & Grill, 1384 Michigan Ave. Detroit, MI 48226 Join us at Nemo’s Bar & Grill in downtown Detroit for an update on the work to pass the Multimedia Jobs Act. Attend to help bring film, TV, commercial, corporate, and music work to … Continue reading Teamsters & IATSE Detroit Mixer, Thursday, October 26, 2023

(Detroit) Redford Theater presents ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'(1953), Saturday, September 30, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Family entertainment at its best! This weekend, the Redford Theatre is happy to present one of the great Hollywood musical comedy films of all time, “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.” Don’t miss your chance to see Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell in the prime of their careers as they hunt for rich husbands on board an Atlantic Ocean liner. The film also features Charles Coburn as the … Continue reading (Detroit) Redford Theater presents ‘Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'(1953), Saturday, September 30, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

First, the good news!

by Harvey Kurek Ovshinsky First, the good news. Wayne State University Press has invited me to sign copies of my memoir, “Scratching the Surface: Adventures in Storytelling,” on July 16 at its Detroit Festival of Books table, Eastern Market, Shed 5. The bad news is I’ve been practicing handwriting, and NOTHING helps. Information on the 6th Annual Detroit Festival of Books Event by Detroit Festival … Continue reading First, the good news!

Live theater comes to Detroit’s Redford Theater as they present ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer Musical Extravaganza’

The Redford Theater, 17360 Lahser, Detroit, presents the  RoadBuffy the Vampire Slayer Musical Extravaganza Saturday, June 24, at 7 PM. and  Sunday, June 25, at 3 PM. The story synopsis:  It’s Sunnydale 2002. A new evil is in town, and it’s creating some problems for our resident Scoobies. Join us as they are forced to sing and dance their deepest thoughts and desires. Will they … Continue reading Live theater comes to Detroit’s Redford Theater as they present ‘Buffy The Vampire Slayer Musical Extravaganza’

Tickets for the planned June 25 filmmaker mixer are available at the door

Because of an unexpected problem, I discovered tonight, June 24, the evening before the planned filmmaker mixer the only available tickets are at the door tomorrow. If you had problems obtaining tickets, I apologize for the inconvenience. We are still on. Tickets for the planned June 25 filmmaker mixer are available at the door. Tomorrow is the day of the first South-Central Michigan filmmaker mixer. … Continue reading Tickets for the planned June 25 filmmaker mixer are available at the door