Arts
Backlog: A Short Film With An Imperative Message
A college party, a dingy bathroom, dorm rooms and a senate hearing. What do they have in common? They’re all featured in the groundbreaking film Backlog. … read more
Traveling to New Orleans, Schmicago and the Planet of the...
Karin Konoval is best known for her role as Maurice the Orangutan in the Planet of the Apes prequels. Her background in musical theater and performance finally came to film with her character “The Barfly” in Schmigadoon! season 2. … read more
Film Review: The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster
The political commentary in The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster takes a backseat to Atsu-Swanzy’s terrifying, stridulous moans and looming, monstrous presence. … read more
Film Review: Sanctuary
If you’re looking to escape the familiar trappings of recycled blockbusters, the darkly comic psychological thriller Sanctuary is a great place to hide out. … read more
SLUG Style: Mao Barroteran
Mao Barroteran’s style feels ahead of its time. With a background in dancing and music, Barroteran treats every sidewalk as their runway. … read more
Film Review: Egghead & Twinkie
Egghead & Twinkie is a low-budget comedy that wears its heart and influences on its sleeve, and it’s sure to resonate deeply with its target audience. … read more
Film Review: The Starling Girl
The Starling Girl fits right in with the growing collection of traditional Christian anecdotes of religious trauma. … read more
Film Review: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
While we are definitely reaching a point where multiverse movies are becoming too common, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is easily among the best of them. … read more
Encircle Gallery: Art For The Community, By The Community
Encircle currently has three “homes” that also serve as gallery spaces, with one each in Salt Lake City, Provo and St. George. … read more
Film Review: Influencer
Influencer was a surprise. The emotions in the first 15 minutes are worlds away from those in the last. … read more
Film Review: The Little Mermaid
While it does manage to be an enjoyable and visually sumptuous summer blockbuster, The Little Mermaid isn’t new or great enough to be a new Disney classic. … read more
Film Review: Master Gardener
While Master Gardener plants strong seeds, what grows is undernourished and never quite as beautiful or impactful as you want it to be. … read more
