Trans-Siberian Orchestra Delivering the Letters From the Labyrinth by Jay S. Jacobs Progressive rock and Christmas didn’t use to be bound together, but Paul O’Neill and his Trans-Siberian Orchestra have helped to change all that. O’Neill formed the Trans-Siberian Orchestra with Savatage members Jon Oliva and Al Pitrelli, who he had previously worked with while … Continue reading
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Desmin Borges – He’s the Best
Desmin Borges He’s the Best by Jay S. Jacobs In just under two seasons now, You’re the Worst on FXX (the first season ran on FX) has become one of the most intriguing comedies on TV – if not the most challenging series. The first season was about millennial dating mores and the changing values … Continue reading
Before We Go (A PopEntertainment.com Movie Review)
BEFORE WE GO (2015) Starring Chris Evans, Alice Eve, Emma Fitzpatrick, John Cullum, Mark Kassen, Elijah Morelan, Daniel Spink, Alan Cox, Maria Breyman, Paul Monte Jr., Beth Katehis, Kevin Carolan, Turhan Caylak, Fenton Lawless, Gerald Bunsen and Scott Evans. Screenplay by Ron Bass & Jen Smolka and Chris Shafer & Paul Vicknair. Directed by Chris … Continue reading
Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Daniel Brühl, Uma Thurman, Sam Keeley and Mario Batali – Burnt Offerings
Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Daniel Brühl, Uma Thurman, Sam Keeley and Mario Batali Burnt Offerings by Jay S. Jacobs “In France, cooking is a serious art form and a national sport.” That quote, made by pioneering celebrity chef Julia Child, has just become more prescient in the modern world. It is no longer merely a … Continue reading
Kirsten Dunst, Jeffrey Donovan, Bokeem Woodbine, Jean Smart, Cristin Milioti and Warren Littlefield – Goin’ Back to Fargo
Kirsten Dunst, Jeffrey Donovan, Bokeem Woodbine, Jean Smart, Cristin Milioti and Warren Littlefield Goin’ Back to Fargo by Jay S. Jacobs Whatcha sayin’? Fargo’s comin’ back? Oh, ya. The second season is startin’ out real good. There are few stories in history that seemed less likely (and frankly more impossible) to revisit than Joel and … Continue reading
Marina Squerciati – Walking the Beat on Chicago PD
Marina Squerciati Walking the Beat on Chicago PD by Jay S. Jacobs Thanks to veteran producer Dick Wolf (the Law & Order series), Chicago is not just a toddlin’ town, but Windy City is the go-to place for young TV professionals. In the last few years, Wolf has created a series of procedural shows based … Continue reading
Tomorrowland (A PopEntertainment.com Movie Review)
TOMORROWLAND (2015) Starring Britt Robertson, George Clooney, Raffey Cassidy, Hugh Laurie, Thomas Robertson, Pierce Gagnon, Tim McGraw, Kathryn Hahn, Keegan-Michael Key, Chris Bauer, Matthew MacCaull and the voice of Judy Greer. Screenplay by Brad Bird and Damon Lindelof. Directed by Brad Bird. Distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. 130 minutes. Rated PG. For a couple of … Continue reading
Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (A PopEntertainment.com Movie Review)
ME AND EARL AND THE DYING GIRL (2015) Starring Thomas Mann, RJ Cyler, Olivia Cooke, Nick Offerman, Connie Britton, Molly Shannon, Katherine C. Hughes, Jon Bernthal, Masam Holden, Matt Bennett, Bobb’e J. Thompson, Chelsea T. Zhang, Gavin Dietz and Edward DeBruce III. Screenplay by Jesse Andrews. Directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon. Distributed by Fox Searchlight Pictures. … Continue reading
Stevie Wonder – Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA – October 7, 2015 (A PopEntertainment.com Concert Review)
Stevie Wonder – Wells Fargo Center – Philadelphia, PA – October 7, 2015 It has become a pretty common for legacy artists to do tours celebrating their most classic album, literally playing the record from start to finish and then throwing in some additional non-album hits in as the encore. Of course, in the case … Continue reading
Aladdin: Diamond Edition (A PopEntertainment.com Video Review)
ALADDIN (2015) Featuring the voices of Scott Weinger, Robin Williams, Linda Larkin, Jonathan Freeman, Frank Welker, Gilbert Gottfried, Douglas Seale, Brad Kane, Lea Salonga, Bruce Adler, Charlie Adler, Corey Burton, Jim Cummings, Debi Derryberry, Jerry Houser, Hal Smith and Vera Lockwood. Screenplay by John Musker, Ron Clements, Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio. Directed by John … Continue reading