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    Author:   James Rosario

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    Starring: Shane MacGowan, Johnny Depp, Siobhan MacGowan

    Crock of Gold

    Reviewed by James Rosario on December 8, 2020December 7, 2020
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    Shane MacGowan gets the biodoc treatment in this fascinating but somewhat esoteric film.
    1.7 K views0
    Starring: Meredith Broussard, Joy Buolamwini, Silkie Carlo

    Coded Bias

    Reviewed by James Rosario on November 17, 2020November 16, 2020
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    An intriguing documentary about a new frontier of bias and civil liberties that would benefit greatly from some cinematic flair.  Still well worth the effort.
    489 views0

    Asheville Cat Weirdos, Girls Rock Asheville adapt to funding gaps

    Posted on November 11, 2020November 9, 2020 by James Rosario

    Unable to host the in-person events that they’ve come to rely on for funding, these two local nonprofits are scraping by, thanks to loyal supporters and innovation.

    2.5 K views+AnimalsArtsMusicNonprofits
    Starring: Sacha Baron Cohen, Maria Bakalova, Mike Pence

    Borat Subsequent Moviefilm

    Reviewed by James Rosario on October 27, 2020October 27, 2020
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    After 14 years, Borat Sagdiyev returns to America with a special gift for a prominent politician.
    603 views0
    Starring: Oliver Sacks, Temple Grandin, Atul Gawande

    Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

    Reviewed by James Rosario on October 6, 2020October 5, 2020
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    A warm and inviting documentary about the famed neuroscience pioneer.
    771 views0
    Starring: Naama Preis, Andy Levi, Ze'ev Shimshoni

    God of the Piano

    Reviewed by James Rosario on September 22, 2020September 21, 2020
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    A biting and fresh look at old themes of familial competition and generational expectations.
    735 views0

    Pandemic Arts series documents how WNC performers persevere

    Posted on September 16, 2020September 11, 2020 by James Rosario

    Deni and Will McIntyre’s streaming series explores how area performers and venue owners are coping with COVID-19 challenges, both personally and creatively.

    3.1 K views+Art NewsArtsMusicTheater
    Starring: Burk Uzzle

    F11 and Be There

    Reviewed by James Rosario on September 1, 2020August 31, 2020
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    A warm and artistic look at a photographer whose pictures continue to define generations.
    697 views0

    Asheville-based metal band Bleedseaso­n releases its debut album

    Posted on August 12, 2020August 10, 2020 by James Rosario

    The Asheville-based “Appalachian Horror Groove” band’s members discuss their debut full-length album and coping without the live shows that are so crucial to their artistry and livelihood.

    2.8 K views+ArtsMusic
    Starring: Kate Lyn Sheil, Jane Adams, Kentucker Audley

    She Dies Tomorrow

    Reviewed by James Rosario on August 4, 2020August 3, 2020
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    A  hallucinatory and thought-provoking look at existential awareness.
    554 views0
    Starring: Michelle John, Steve “Woody” Culleton, Carly Ingersoll, Matt Gates

    Rebuilding Paradise

    Reviewed by James Rosario on July 28, 2020July 27, 2020
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    A flawed yet charming documentary about the aftermath of the 2018 wildfire that destroyed the city of Paradise, Calif.
    556 views0
    Starring: Ferdia Shaw, Josh Gad, Judi Dench

    Artemis Fowl

    Reviewed by James Rosario on June 16, 2020June 15, 2020
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    A Harry Potter knockoff that fails in nearly every regard.
    659 views0
    Starring: Damon Gameau, Eva Lazzaro, Zoë Gameau

    2040

    Reviewed by James Rosario on June 2, 2020June 3, 2020
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    A well-intentioned and refreshingly forward-thinking documentary that falls short in the presentation department.
    708 views0
    Starring: Tom Hardy, Linda Cardellini, Kyle MacLachlan

    Capone

    Reviewed by James Rosario on May 12, 2020May 11, 2020
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    A mostly successful speculative biopic that works more than it doesn't.
    996 views1
    Starring: Vitalina Varela, Ventura, Manuel Tavares Almeida

    Vitalina Varela

    Reviewed by James Rosario on April 28, 2020April 27, 2020
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    A visually rich and beautifully acted examination of regret and poverty through the eyes of a Portuguese widow.
    769 views0
    Starring: Yehuda Nahari Halevi, Amitay Yaish Ben Ousilio, Anat Ravnitzki

    Incitement

    Reviewed by James Rosario on February 25, 2020February 24, 2020
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    A compelling if somewhat flawed telling of the leadup to the 1995 assassination of Yitzhak Rabin.
    638 views0
    Starring: Various

    2020 Oscar-nominated Short Films: Live-action

    Reviewed by James Rosario on January 28, 2020January 27, 2020
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    A look at this year's live-action short Oscar contenders.
    1.0 K views0
    Starring: George MacKay, Dean-Charles Chapman, Colin Firth

    1917

    Reviewed by James Rosario on January 7, 2020January 7, 2020
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    Sam Mendes' thrilling and psychological look at the horrors and insanity of war earns its place alongside the best war films ever made.
    1.0 K views0
    Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart

    Jumanji: The Next Level

    Reviewed by James Rosario on December 17, 2019December 17, 2019
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    A classic '80s body-switch premise with state-of-the-art FX and plenty of action. It might be old hat, but at least it's fun.
    1.0 K views0
    Starring: The voices of Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff

    Frozen II

    Reviewed by James Rosario on November 26, 2019November 25, 2019
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    A forgettable and unnecessary sequel to the megahit blockbuster.
    797 views0
    Starring: Linda Hamilton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mackenzie Davis

    Terminator: Dark Fate

    Reviewed by James Rosario on November 5, 2019November 4, 2019
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    A smart, fun and surprisingly nonsuperfluous addition to the long-running sci-fi franchise.
    817 views1
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