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  • Pam Nadon
  • August 26, 2019
The 'After the Wedding' remake is less probable than the 2006 original

Julianne Moore and Michelle Williams impress in the 2019 remake, but the rest of the film does not.

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Carrie-Ann Moss and Keanu Reeves in "The Matrix." Photo source: Vudu.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 23, 2019
Binge Blog: Whoa!

A surprise sequel announcement prompts a look at "The Matrix," plus Netflix's Korean drama "Burning.," are this week's Sarasota Observer must-stream Binge Blog picks.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • August 19, 2019
Stellar casting makes 'Where'd You Go, Bernadette' pack a big punch

At times Richard Linklater's film, "Where'd You Go, Bernadette," is a bit too whimsical, but a talented cast, beautiful cinematography and brilliant scoring make up for it.

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"The Odd Couple" runs through Sunday, Aug. 25. Photo by Don Daly Photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • August 16, 2019
Opposites create comedy in The Players Centre's 'The Odd Couple'

The latest Players Centre production is a classic tale of friends challenged with the task of coexisting in the same space.

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David Byrne in "Stop Making Sense." Photo source: Amazon Prime.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 16, 2019
Binge Blog: This must be the place

Denis Villeneuve's 'Blade Runner 2049' and Jonathan Demme's 'Stop Making Sense' are this week's must-stream selections by Sarasota Observer Binge Blog author Ryan Kohn.

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WBTT Executive Director Julie Leach, scholarship recipient Todd Bellamy II, Founder and Artistic Director Nate Jacobs and scholarship recipient Maicy Powell — Courtesy photo
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 14, 2019
Scene & Heard 08.14.19

Get caught up on the latest news to hit the A&E scene this week.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • August 13, 2019
'Brian Banks' is a difficult story told from an alternative vantage point

Director Tom Shadyac's non-linear format in "Brian Banks" is a brilliantly effective approach for an inspiring film.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Creg Sclavi (Ted) and Marc Bitler (Kevin) star in Dog Days Theater’s “Harbor.” Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • August 13, 2019
Dog Days Theatre’s 'Harbor' puts the 'fun' in dysfunctional family

A dream team of actors take on this sitcom-style play that quickly changes tones when one character reveals a secret.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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"The Swingaroos: Hollywood Serenade" runs through Aug. 30. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • August 12, 2019
'The Swingaroos: Hollywood Serenade' celebrates the glory days of Hollywood

Florida Studio Theatre's latest cabaret show honors the past without living in it.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • August 8, 2019
Sandy Rustin’s 'The Cottage' puts a new spin on Noël Coward’s comedy tropes

The latest Florida Studio Theatre production is hilarious, clever and ridiculous in the best way possible.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Emile Hirsch in "Speed Racer." Photo source: Amazon.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 7, 2019
Binge Blog: Go!

The Wachowskis' underrated 'Speed Racer' and Shane Black's 'The Nice Guys' are this week's must-stream picks for the Sarasota Observer's Binge Blog.

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The RIngling's 66-acre arboretum is now a Level 2 Accreditation facility and on The Morton Register of Arboreta. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 6, 2019
Scene & Heard: 08.06.19

From company updates (The Sarasota Ballet) to accreditation winners (The Ringling), there's plenty to report on the A&E scene this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • Pam Nadon
  • August 5, 2019
'The Farewell' is a touching dramedy that proves all families have their issues

Director-writer Lulu Wang's true family story is told by a cast of talented actors with identifiable credibility.

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"Blown Away." Photo source: Netflix.
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  • Ryan Kohn
  • August 2, 2019
Binge Blog: Bodega hive, assemble

Showtime's 'Desus & Mero' and Netflix's 'Blown Away' are this week's Sarasota Observer must-stream picks.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • July 30, 2019
Tarantino does it again with phenomenal 'Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood'

This new Quentin Tarantino masterpiece shines because of its talented cast, nostalgic premise and the personal knowledge of the filmmaker.

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