Iris Apfel, the subject of the new documentary Iris, is a 90-year-old fashion designer who embodies her grandfather’s adage: “A woman is only as old as she looks (and a man is only old when he stops looking).” Sure, her wiry … Continue reading IRIS
When Alice Klieg (Kristen Wiig) was 11, she was diagnosed manic-depressive, put on medication, and grew up as most teenagers do. Yet, the events that shaped Alice’s upbringing—although not abnormal—stuck deeper in her mind than most. Where most people learn … Continue reading WELCOME TO ME
Dr. Isak Borg is a 78-year-old professor and will be receiving an honorary degree tomorrow. We know this because he tells us. Borg also tells us about his son, his career, and the wife that died years ago. He tells … Continue reading WILD STRAWBERRIES
How does one define a horror movie? Thrills and chills? Blood and guts? Elements of the supernatural and the super-demented? In a word, yes. All of these tropes are acceptable for the horror genre, yet they still remain restrictive. Using … Continue reading What’s in a name?
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