It can be very surprising how lovely something so simple can be. “Gifted” is predictable, formulaic and deeply flawed, but the combination of perfectly calibrated performances and some honest and charming character work make the film a lovely piece of cinema, at times. The movie doesn’t do anything differently than dozens of other family dramas […]
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Wack Mirror
The Circle screams at social media
The only reason the film adaptation of “The Circle” will be remembered is because it’s the final screen appearance of the actor Bill Paxton after his untimely and shocking death. Not to be overly harsh, but the film is so forgettable that discussing it feels like time that could be better spent focusing on the […]
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Going to the Moon
What this about Moon Rocks?
“Hey Josh,” a reader recently wrote me, “I have a birthday coming up, and I’d like to indulge myself. I keep reading about a cannabis product called “Moon Rocks.” What are they, where can I buy them and can I make my own?” Happy Birthday, and yes, you can buy/make moon rocks, but be prepared […]
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Love and Loss
Eric Tollefson pulls at your heartstrings on new EP
“I revel in examples of true love,” Eric Tollefson confides during our most recent interview. “Maybe not from a jealous standpoint, but almost from a jealous standpoint, because when you see it work and you see the support that goes both ways, I think it’s one of the most beautiful things on the planet.” Tollefson […]
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Rain or shine? Weekend weather report for 5/12-5/14
Weekend weather planning for May 12-14
Visiting the mountain for some end of season skiing? Planning on hitting the trails with your four-legged friend? Make sure to bring a jacket and umbrella with you this weekend if you plan on going outside to enjoy your days off! Friday will be rainy for most of the day with a high of 54 […]
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Differing Surveys; Differing Results
Results mixed on Deschutes River Trail Bridge
In April, state Rep. Gene Whisnant (R-Sunriver) amended House Bill 2027 from its original language to, according to the current bill’s summary, prohibit “person, public body or local service district from constructing bridge on Deschutes River within certain segments of Deschutes Scenic Waterway.” The bill was approved by the Oregon House April 27 and scheduled […]
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Picks of the Week: May 11-17
Tedx Bend, De La Soul at 10 Barrel’s Anniv Party, China Hat Clean Up and more!
Alialujah Choir Thursday 11 MUSIC— Part of the McMenamins’ Great Northwest Tour, the Alialujah Choir heads into Central Oregon from Portland. It’s always a real treat to see choral music and this choir is truly one of the most remarkable in the entire state as they bust out some old school sacred music. // 7pm. […]
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We Are Groot
Marvel Studios adds art to commerce
I’ve been reviewing Marvel movies for as long as I’ve been writing about cinema. Truthfully, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is not quite 10 years old (dating back to 2008’s “Iron Man”), but it has completely reshaped how blockbuster movies are written and directed. The staggering number of superhero movies released every year might be easy […]
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Gigantic
Colossal is the Citizen Kane of Monster Movies
Don’t read this review. Sorry, I don’t mean to tell you what to do, but one of the true joys of cinema I have had this year was watching “Colossal” without knowing anything about it. As the plot continued to escalate and become darker and entirely unpredictable, I realized I was watching one of the […]
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Moms Get High Too
This column comes out during the week of Mother’s Day. For many of you, the only connection between cannabis and that holiday will be reading this column and recalling the numerous times you got stoned in high school and were 100 percent certain your sweet mom had no idea, because you hid it so well. […]
