SLUG Contributor Limelight
July 2, 2025
Contributor Limelight: Angela Garcia
Angela Garcia’s witty social media voice, meticulous fact-checking and innovative spirit make her an incredible Editorial Intern. Though Angela is most passionate about film, she can apply her exceptional writing skills to just about any subject, including the Utah Gay Football League.
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SLUG Magazine Presents: 31 Days of Secondhand Givings
Gather around the radiant glow of the box set and don your gay apparel, you little freaks, for a festive installment of Secondhand Screenings! … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
FilMéxico: A Cinematic Love Letter to La Patria
At FilMéxico one will find inspirational narratives about Mexican women, Indigenous Mexican communities, the beauty of nature and the Mexican spirit. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
Film Review: Hedda
Hedda is an enthralling experience, especially for those who love to see captivating and self-serving female characters. … read more
Art | Film | Film Reviews
Local Review: leetham — A Night in Hollywood
A Night in Hollywood is a breezy listen perfect for a quiet night drive as you try to forget the drudgery of life, but also reflect on what makes it worthwhile. … read more
Film Review: Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc
A triumph that was three years in the making, Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc is the complete cinematic experience: higher production value and top direction. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
Utah Queer Film Festival 2025 Showcases Local Queer Shorts
These films remind us that short doesn’t mean small and that big ideas can come from the unlikeliest places. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: November 2025
Are you hungry for a hearty plate of poppy bops? Or are you craving some creamy vocals for a late-night snack? Either way, we’ve got a Thanksgiving feast for the ears. … read more
Film Review: Perfect Blue
If you are a fan of Perfect Blue, anime or animation in general you owe it to yourself to see the 4K restoration of Perfect Blue in theaters. … read more
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Local Review: The/Theys – Corduroy Fantasy
Self-described as a combination of psychedelic soul, funk, jazz and rock, The/Theys is all about pushing boundaries and experimenting with music. … read more
Series Review: The Summer Hikaru Died
The characters are unique and nuanced, the art is beautiful and the story pulls you in with each reveal. … read more
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Film Review: The Long Walk
Has the veil of the American Dream finally been destroyed? We walk the Long Walk. Others are left behind and we are punished for going back for them because they weren’t strong enough. … read more
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SLUG Magazine Presents: 31 Nights of Secondhand Screenings
Your only salvation hums in the neon lights of the marquee. So lock the doors, check your candy and be very afraid… This is 31 Nights of Secondhand Screenings! … read more
Film Review: Him
Watching Him is the perfect equivalent to watching a promising star athlete fail: both are clearly stretched thin, overcompensating and frustrating to witness. … read more
Talkin’ Rockin’ Haunts with Rocky Mountain Haunters
What started as a simple Halloween email list between a few friends in 2001 has grown into a thriving online community of over 100 members. … read more
Film Review: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie:...
For fans of the series, this is their chance to see some of their favorite side characters take center stage. … read more
MARINA @ The Union 09.12.2025
MARINA is an artist that proves that a concert doesn’t need flashy moves or pyrotechnics to be worth the price of admission. … read more
Film Review: The Toxic Avenger
You can tell that the people who made this movie have a deep love and appreciation for the original film. … read more
Secondhand Screenings Gone Wild!!!
I took a “by all means necessary” approach to this batch of Secondhand Screenings, as I tasked six writers to venture out and bring me back some bizarre showings. … read more
The 17th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By...
With 500+ local vintage vendors, food trucks, youth entrepreneurs, STEM exhibitors, performers and artisans, the 2025 DIY Festival was the perfect way to close out the summer. … read more
Film Review: The Naked Gun
The Naked Gun is a welcome addition to the comedic franchise and to cinemas. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
The Tubi-lar Side of Secondhand Screenings
For this special edition of Secondhand Screenings, I gave our Editorial Interns three spins at the streaming roulette table as we took our chances in the Bermuda Triangle of on-demand movies, Tubi! … read more
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Film Review: KPop Demon Hunters
KPop Demon Hunters is a fun, glittery, action-packed, candy-colored romp and one of the best animated musicals to come out in recent years. Disney, take notes! … read more
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The Utah Gay Football League: Take Pride in Your Team
That’s what the Utah Gay Football League (UGFL) is all about — encouraging and strengthening community through sportsmanship, camaraderie and doing the impossible. … read more
Film Review: Final Destination Bloodlines
The kills are creative, suspenseful and over the top, sometimes bordering on cartoony. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews
Utah Pride Parade 2025: Radical Love
SLUG was proud to be one of the many local groups walking in the Utah Pride Parade. Where would we be without the local queer community? … read more
Film Review: The Ugly Stepsister
Seeing such an unflinching portrayal of Elvira’s mutilation drove home the point of the movie. … read more
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Local Music Singles Roundup: June 2025
Check out both a combination of the bands that keep Salt Lake City cool and the writers that keep SLUG Magazine running. … read more
Photo Gallery: Kilby Block Party 6 @ Utah State Fairpark
Check out our full photo gallery and event recap from the incredible four-day weekend! There was no shortage of good music, good food and good vibes at Kilby Block Party. … read more
32 Sensational Performances at Kilby Block Party 6
Kilby Block Party was bigger and better than ever this year. Check out reviews of 32 of our favorite performances from this year’s festival! … read more
The 13th Annual SLUG Cat
The 13th Annual SLUG Cat was a roaring success. Saturday, May 10 was a day of biking, games and drag that reminded us all of how awesome the SLC community is and why we do this year after year. … read more
Film Review: Sinners
Ryan Coogler has done it again! A masterclass in visuals, storytelling and music, Sinners brings more than enough for the audience to sink its teeth into. … read more
Film Review: A Nice Indian Boy
A Nice Indian Boy gives you all the warm fuzzies you hope for when you go into a rom-com. I won’t be afraid to admit that there were moments when I nearly teared up. … read more
Spirit Farm: Reconnecting and Reclaiming Roots
Reconnecting with nature and reclaiming Indigenous practices are what James and Joyce Skeet’s Spirit Farm is all about. … read more
Hungry Hearts: Utah Eateries that Feed the Soul
Whatever the plate might’ve been, there are certain foods that will always have a special space in our hearts. So, join us in a feast of core memories — it’s time to feed the soul! … read more
The Fourth Annual Craft Lake City LetterWest 2025
From calligraphy to tattoos to graffiti, LetterWest 2025 had it all. … read more
Film Review: Bridget Jones 4: Mad About the Boy
At the end of the day, Bridget Jones 4: Mad About the Boy is the perfect bittersweet chick flick to get you through the post-Valentine’s Day blues. … read more
El Potrero Market: Planting the Seeds of Community
El Potrero Market is a hub of culture, tradition and community, where customers are valued and everything is done with intention. … read more
Film Review: Companion
Ultimately, Companion is a Barbie/Ex Machina hybrid that will leave you filled but not fully satisfied. … read more
Film Review: One of Them Days
It’s the distraction we’ve been needing in these trying times. So, to whoever says that theatrical R-rated movies are dead, go catch One of Them Days! … read more
Sean Baker’s Open Mic Manifesto
To Sean Baker, open mics are community—they are an outlet for new artists to practice and hone their skills. … read more
