Latest Nicole Krauss novel evokes Jewish mysticism, Kafka
Wednesday, 11 October 2017, 10:41
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
Both of the main characters in Nicole Krauss' new novel, "Forest Dark," are in crisis. Jules Epstein, a 68-year-old Manhattan power lawyer, has recently divorced his wife of many years and retired...
Bigelow explores a horrific history in 'Detroit'
Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 10:53
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
There is no nice or pretty way to tell a story about the systemic oppression and mistreatment of black people in the United States. It's fitting then that Kathryn Bigelow's "Detroit ," an account of...
Ai Weiwei puts human face on migrant crisis in 'Human Flow'
Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 10:51
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
The United Nations says there are 65 million forcibly displaced people around the world - a number so huge it can be overwhelming to contemplate. Artist Ai Weiwei wants to make viewers see both...
'A Stranger in the House' has strong plot
Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 10:36
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
In her second thriller, Shari Lapena poses the question: How well do you know your spouse? It's not exactly a new story device, but Lapena's fresh approach makes it seem original in "A Stranger in the...
Russell Kane live on stage at Eden
Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 10:21
Last update: about 10 years ago
Russell Kane is bringing his brand new stand-up comedy show to Eden Cinemas' stage on Friday 20 October at 8.30pm. He will unleash a blisteringly-funny, award-winning stand-up performance about...
MCI inaugural concert of the season this evening
Tuesday, 10 October 2017, 10:04
Last update: about 10 years ago
The Malta Cultural Institute will be presenting its first concert of the MCI 2017/8 season this evening at 7pm in De Porres Hall, Sliema The MCI concert will feature Marie Therese Vassallo Voice...
Alfred Sant provides Maltese perspective of Eurozone developments
Monday, 9 October 2017, 11:53
Last update: about 10 years ago
Malta & the euro (3) is a new bi-lingual publication by former Prime Minister and Maltese MEP Alfred Sant which provides a Maltese perspective of developments as they unfolded within the eurozone...
William Shatner talks 'Wrath of Khan,' new creative projects
Saturday, 7 October 2017, 11:44
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
As "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" marks its 35th anniversary with a return to theaters for special screenings next week, star William Shatner is celebrating more than his long history as Captain...
The 'It' factor: How a scary big hit could change horror
Friday, 6 October 2017, 11:42
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
There are no sure things in Hollywood, but modestly-budgeted horror movies come pretty close. This weekend took that thinking to new heights as the big screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It"...