‘Pure Genius’ flatlines on the operating table
A tech-genius billionaire indulges his philanthropic side to build a hospital, Bunkerhill, to utilize revolutionary technology. James Bell (Augustus Prew, “Charlie St. Cloud”), the man...
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Leave your troubles at the door for ‘Cabaret’
“Leave your troubles outside, so life is disappointing? Forget it! We have no troubles here! Here life is beautiful,” croons the Emcee in the opening...
Bashi plays Variety Playhouse
Ahead of his concert on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at Variety Playhouse, the Technique had the opportunity to speak to K IshiBashi, the singer, songwriter and...
Director shares production magic behind ‘Trolls’
“Trolls” is DreamWorks Animation’s uplifting, brightly colored animated feature, which is a total giggle fest. A young troll princess named Princess Poppy (Anna Kendrick, “Pitch...
Black Mirror: Review
Just in time for a Halloween scare comes Season 3 of “Black Mirror,” released by Netflix on Oct. 21. “Black Mirror” is a British anthology...
Two Door Cinema Club brings new sound
Two Door Cinema Club’s third album, “Gameshow,” represents the proving ground for the relatively young band. While their first two releases found success in the...
‘Accountant’ box office sales rise with body count
A neuroatypical accountant who disposes of those that clash with his moral code is the idea behind “The Accountant.” This stars Ben Affleck (“Gone Girl”)...
‘Falling Water’ premiere befuddles audiences
Fans of science fiction/mystery series like “Fringe” and “Mr. Robot,” anxiously gathered around their televisions on Oct. 13 to watch USA Network’s latest contribution to...
Offerman presents love-letter to woodworking
One characteristic that Ron Swanson, the beloved mustachioed character from NBC’s sitcom “Parks and Recreation,” shares with the actor who portrays him, Nick Offerman, is...
Burkman delves into purpose of ‘Haze’
From director and writer David Burkman comes “Haze,” a film that provides a dark view into the hazing process experienced by pledges to fraternities and...
‘The Girl on the Train’ stuck at station
Based on the book by Paula Hawkins, the film version of “The Girl on the Train” hit theatres on Oct. 7 and somehow managed to...
Rousing film unfolds forgotten chapter in history
In the 21st century, most Americans do not really think about having to earn their freedom; they feel entitled to it because they live in...
‘Luke Cage’ proves less bulletproof than the man
“Luke Cage,” the Netflix-exclusive show was released Sept. 30 and follows Marvel’s Luke Cage, played by Mike Colter (“The Good Wife”), as he grapples with...
Art festival bound to ‘Elevate’ south downtown
From Oct. 13-21, the annual public art festival Elevate offers contemporary art and cultural events throughout south downtown. Four curators,Allie Bashuk, Monica Campana, Mark DiNatale...
The Cheese Fest @ Atlanta brings “grate” joy
On Sept. 30, Atlanta’s cheese connoisseurs descended on downtown’s Georgia Railroad Freight Depot for the fourth annual Cheese Fest @ Atlanta, a festival showcasing cheeses...
Matt Hobbs’ emotional new album is open to interpretation
It has become incredibly challenging to emerge as a musician, especially in a town as musically inclined as Atlanta. Sure, one can land a gig...
Isbell & Ritter create immersive Americana experience
Jason Isbell and Josh Ritter kept a packed house at the Fox Theatre engaged for over three hours on Sep. 24, treating the audience to...
Sutherland for POTUS
Bursts of red and blue pierce the darkness overshadowing the nation’s capital on a terrifying and somber occasion. As D.C. is attacked, Kiefer Sutherland (“24”)...