Film Review: “The Florida Project”

Disney World. What comes to mind when you hear these two words? Do you reminisce about childhood magic and colorful castles? Or perhaps your thoughts immediately jump to overcrowded rides and oppressive humidity. Either way, the phrase “Disney World” sparks vivid images for nearly everyone. Directed and co-written by Sean Baker, “The Florida Project” thoughtfully captures an

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In Conversation with filmmaker Zoe Lister-Jones

Zoe Lister-Jones far surpasses the traditional definition of a triple threat, with writing, directing, acting, and producing under her belt. Lister-Jones wears many hats in her latest film “Band Aid,” as not only did she write the script and direct the film, but she also starred in it as well.

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Review: Zoe Lister-Jones’ “Band Aid”

Living in Los Angeles, we are constantly surrounded by both struggling and aspiring artists. Written and directed by Zoe-Lister Jones, “Band Aid” tells the story of two such individuals, Anna (Jones), an Uber driver with a failed book deal, and Ben (Adam Pally), a graphic designer turned couch potato. The couple attempts to move past

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“La La Land” in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl

Whether it’s “Another Day of Sun,” “Lovely Night,” or the Oscar-winning “City of Stars,” I have memorized every single song from the “La La Land” soundtrack. The songs have been playing on repeat on my Spotify account since the film was first released this past December. 

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Review: “Dear Evan Hansen”

It might be April Fools Day, but I am not kidding when I say that “Dear Evan Hansen” is one of the best musicals I have seen in years. The phenomenal Ben Platt portrays Evan Hansen, an awkward, anxiety-ridden, painfully shy teenager, trying to survive his senior year of high school.

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