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“Ricki and the Flash”: blinded by the light
August 20, 2015The cast tried so hard. But the jokes were tortured and the warmth didn't reach room temperature.
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Beyond this door is another dimension: capitalism’s “Patterns” of (mis)behavior
August 14, 2015"Patterns" was written for the little screen by one of television's titans, the late, great Rod Serling.
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“The End of the Tour” is more snore than tour
August 10, 2015Really, whose idea was it to film a blabfest about a guy purportedly on anti-depressants?
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Today in history: Uncle Ruthie Buell born 85 years ago, still performing
August 7, 2015Tomorrow, Aug. 8, marks the 85th birthday of an extraordinary performing artist who is still very much among us and active.
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Today in history: Actor-activist Martin Sheen celebrates his 75th birthday
August 3, 2015Martin Sheen has stated, "While acting is what I do for a living, activism is what I do to stay alive."
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