‘Magnificent 7’ reboot misfires despite strengths
In a year where cinema and television alike have been dominated by remakes of everything from “Ben-Hur” to “Ghostbusters,” Director Antoine Fuqua’s “The Magnificent Seven”...
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The Illusionists conjure laughter and mystery
The captivating “Illusionists: Live From Broadway” show has come to the Fabulous Fox Theater, and audiences are sure to be amazed. The Illusionists are seven...
Creative Loafing brings together the Best of Atlanta
Every year, Creative Loafing, Atlanta’s only alternative weekly, sends out a survey to determine the top readers’ choice in many categories, from the best Vine...
Horrors in North Carolina
After months of mystery around the theme of Season 6 of “American Horror Story” on FX, viewers were rewarded with “My Roanoke Nightmare” in a...
British comedy game show touches everything
What could be better than a rotating panel of comedians, hidden snacks, occasional alcohol and an hour and a half to kill, the general mayhem...
Verdict still out on new CBS legal drama
Psychologist Dr. Jason Bull (Michael Weatherly, “NCIS”) is the man behind the curtain at the Trial Analysis Corporation — not to be confused with jury...
Music Midtown weathers the storm
Piedmont Park was once again home to one of Atlanta’s annual music festivals, Music Midtown. Over 200,000 people had come from all over to attend...
Record aside, not all signs point up for football
Tech is off to a 2-0 start, but the team has a lot to work on going into the Vanderbilt game and ACC play. The...
Glover explores reality of black life in ‘Atlanta’
Welcome to “Atlanta,” a new comedy on FX that is important for being unlike anything else on television. Created by Donald Glover (“Community”), the show...
Fall into time travel with ABC, NBC & FOX
As this summer’s TV seasons start winding down, it is time to turn attention to the upcoming fall roster. With a wide variety of incoming...
In the Heights
To get it out of the way early: no, “In the Heights” is not “Hamilton,” but there are two important caveats, in case that statement...
‘Sully’ examines modern hero
How does a “hero” know that they made the right call? This question has been the theme of recent comic book movies “Captain America: Civil...
‘Narcos’ withdrawal averted
“Narcos” had a lot to live up to with its second offering. Though this season’s fortes are vary widely from those of its predecessor, it...
Conquer Divide rocks the metal world
Conquer Divide is an all-female metal band based in the United States and England. They recently released their first album which is self-titled and makes...
Ozomatli transcends genres to inspire audiences
Raul Pacheco laughed as he recounted to me the last few, bittersweet days with his college-bound son. He had already sent his 19-year-old daughter to...
Atlanta Biennial renewal celebrates Southern art
After a nine year hiatus, the Atlanta Biennial returns to showcase Southeastern art. At Atlanta Contemporary through Dec. 18, the exhibition features 32 emerging artists....
DragonCon roars on for 30th Anniversary
Once a year, for four days in September, a migration occurs into Atlanta. For four days, tens of thousands of people will flock to Atlanta...
Urban Tree Cidery brews unique, local flavors
Friendly staff, an earthy feel and tasty ciders characterize Urban Tree Cidery. From the original English-style cider to their now permanent staple of ginger habanero,...