The threat of another polar vortex aside, there is plenty to look forward to as 2014 comes to a close, especially in theaters. So when you’re not stuffing yourself silly with turkey and all the fixings or baking cookies for that annual exchange, set aside some time to take in a movie or two this […]
An array of real dramas, quirky comedies, much-anticipated animated and action films, plus a major remake are taking theaters by (snow)storm.
It’s October, and you know what that means—horror film fans unite! Not to worry, scaredy-cats—the box office has some fearless fall treats for you, too. If you crave guts and gore, or thrills and chills, this month’s for you. If you cringe at the sight of fake blood, or the sound of squeaky doors and […]
Who knew the last few weeks of the season would hold so many box-office gems? With reality-based original scripts, an “SNL”-star-studded comedy, one imaginative musical, skin-tingling thrillers, dramas featuring former TV stars, and the next young adult phenomenon, there are too many releases to list here, so this Flick Chick did her best to sum […]
Cable channels, Netflix and, recently, Amazon are creating hilarious, edgy, award-winning shows, but networks are creating quality TV, too. And they’re even gaining more star power. This fall’s crop of new shows covers a wide spectrum, from light-hearted rom-coms and dramedies to legal thrillers and comic-book remakes, many of which star A-list celebs and even […]
I let my better-writing half—comic book/horror movie reviewer and superhero/zombie enthusiast Mark L. Miller—weigh in on August releases. Why? Because many of them seem designed for the men in our midst. Here, he shares his thoughts on which dramas, comedies and action pics—plus a couple scary ones—to see in August…especially if you have more testosterone […]
On a balmy evening in mid-July, the sun is just beginning to set over the drive-in movie theater. Cars enter the gravel lot and pull up close to the screen. The smell of popcorn from the concession stand wafts through the air along with the strains of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons’ “Sherry.” It […]
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Julia Collins took the North Shore’s nerd quotient to a whole new level recently when she became most winning woman in Jeopardy! history. She’s won a streak of 10 games, surpassing Stephanie Jass, who previously held the record of seven games. Collins is only the fourth person in Jeopardy! history to win 10 or more games. Her winnings total […]
The end of the school year draws near—a sign that summer is right around the corner, bringing with it sunny days, ice-cold drinks and more new movies. Those seeking a break from the forthcoming high temps may seek refuge at an air-conditioned theater for one of the following releases, which range from a coming-of-age story […]
