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Slamdance Film Review: Yelling Fire in an Empty Theater

Posted on January 28, 2022 (January 31, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Yelling Fire in an Empty Theater is a timeless, double-layered slice of youth and indie culture that is sure to gain praise.

Yelling Fire in an Empty Theater is a timeless, double-layered slice of youth and indie culture that is sure to gain praise. … read more

Posted in: SlamdanceTagged: Slamdance 2022, Yelling Fire in an Empty Theater

Every Day in Kaimukī Rides A Wave of Authenticity

Posted on January 27, 2022 (January 27, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
SLUG Contributing Writer Patrick Gibbs talks to Every Day in Kaimukī director Alika Tengan about the inspiration for his film and more.

SLUG Contributing Writer Patrick Gibbs talks to Every Day in Kaimukī director Alika Tengan about the inspiration for his film and more. … read more

Posted in: SundanceTagged: Alika Tengan, Every Day in Kaimukī, Goon Lei Goon, Naz Kawakami, Nilüfer Yanya, Tei Shi

Film Review: Parallel Mothers

Posted on January 28, 2022 (July 26, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Parallel Mothers tracks in familiar territory for Almodóvar, the story oozing with romantic deceit, matrilinear drama and sexual exploration.

Parallel Mothers tracks in familiar territory for Almodóvar, the story oozing with romantic deceit, matrilinear drama and sexual exploration. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Parallel Mothers, Pedro Almodóvar, Penélope Cruz

Review: The Lumineers – BRIGHTSIDE

Posted on January 27, 2022 (February 16, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The Lumineers | BRIGHTSIDE | Dualtone Music Group

The Lumineers = Mumford & Sons x American Authors  … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: brightside, Dualtone Music Group, the lumineers

Gilmore Scott: The Landscape from the Artist’s Point of View

Posted on February 2, 2022 (February 2, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
As a leader in the modern art move- ment from the Diné nation, Scott inspires viewers to reconsider what Indigenous art has meant to them.

As a leader in the modern art movement from the Diné nation, Scott inspires viewers to reconsider what Indigenous art has meant to them. … read more

Posted in: ArtTagged: Gilmore Scott

Don’t Observe, Conserve! Help Save Our Great Salt Lake

Posted on February 2, 2022 (March 16, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Denise Cartwright started Save Our Great Salt Lake as “a passion project … motivated by urgency” for the precarious future of the Great Salt Lake.

According to Save Our Great Salt Lake, the Great Salt Lake is drying up, and unless we act now, it might soon disappear for good! … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and EducationTagged: Denise Cartwright, save our great salt lake

Kevin Templin: The Lupulin Lord of Utah

Posted on February 2, 2022 (February 2, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Our research shows that the top two best-selling small package beers—both double IPAs—came from the mind of Kevin Templin.

Our research shows that the top two best-selling small package beers—both double IPAs—came from the mind of Kevin Templin. … read more

Posted in: Beer & SpiritsTagged: kevin templin, Red Rock Brewing Co., Templin Family Brewing

Gaetano’s Sub Shop: The Little Sub Shop on State Street

Posted on February 2, 2022 (May 8, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Finding a proper Chicago dog in Utah can often feel hopeless, but Gaetano’s offers a local offering worthy of any Windy City native’s praise.

Gaetano’s is a convenient spot for students, commuters and passersbys to grab lunch, dinner or a quick snack. … read more

Posted in: Food ReviewsTagged: gaetano's sub shop

Local Music Singles Roundup: February 2022

Posted on February 2, 2022 (August 25, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
In February's Local Singles Music Roundup, you can find a sample of SLC’s eclectic music style, from mellow-pop beats to an anarchist rager.

In February’s Local Singles Music Roundup, you can find a sample of SLC’s eclectic music style, from mellow-pop beats to an anarchist rager. … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: #1 Babe Team, Arcadia Light, Kimi K, Local Music Singles Roundup, Rachel Jenkins, the Popees, The Usurpers

Moudi Hob: To Lead With Love

Posted on February 2, 2022 (May 21, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
Moudi Hob believes in writing as a method to further understand and love yourself.

True to their name, love sits at the core of each of Moudi Hob’s endeavors, as with their beloved Mediterranean restaurant, Laziz Kitchen. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: Laziz Kitchen, LGBTQ+, Moudi Hob, Queer Poetry Night, Soulful Exploration

Snow Photo Feature: Treyson Allen

Posted on February 2, 2022 (February 2, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Treyson Allen – Front board to switch hill-bomb – Brighton, UT

Born and raised in the Salt Lake Valley, Treyson Allen began riding Brighton Resort way back in elementary school. … read more

Posted in: Ski / SnowboardTagged: Brighton Resort, Treyson Allen

Skate Photo Feature: Lina Moeung

Posted on February 2, 2022 (February 2, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Lina Moeung – Icy back boardslide at Harmony Park

For years Lina Moeung has been killing it in the local skate scene and challenging the norms of who skateboarding should be for. … read more

Posted in: SkateTagged: Lina Moeung, Skate Photo Feature
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