We're just not that into it

Some movies elevate our spirits with the reassurance of common humanity. Some drive us back to the books from which they were derived by whetting our appetite for life; some, […]

Doll parts

“Nip/Tuck” Tuesday 10pm, F/X I had given up on this outrageous plastic-surgery drama a few seasons back. Then I caught a recent episode and nearly flipped my shit. The show […]

Capsule Reviews

Confessions of a Shopaholic (PG, 112 minutes) When used in moderation, shopahol can enhance the joy of life. But for Isla Fisher, as a young, suddenly popular advice columnist in […]

A darkly sweet Coraline

Outside of animation-fanboy circles, not many people know Henry Selick’s name. Go ask a random handful of strangers who directed 1993’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and you’ll probably hear a […]

Capsule Reviews

Bride Wars (PG, 94 minutes) BFFs Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway decide to plan their respective weddings for the same day, and become highly competitive about it. After this, let’s […]

First Friday — February 6

Angelo “Interrupted Visions, Small Wonders,” aqueous painting on panels by John Hancock, 5:30-7:30pm. Art Upstairs “Love Friday,” a multimedia exhibit with a love theme, 5-8pm. The Bridge/Progressive Arts Initiative Audio […]