The New York Times – Film:
The playwright won an Academy Award for “Shakespeare in Love.” But he also helped provide dialogue for the likes of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Indiana Jones.
Author: Eric Grode
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‘The People’s Joker’ and the Perils of Playing With a Studio’s Copyright
The New York Times – Film:
Vera Drew used the Batman villain to tell a trans coming-of-age story. When Warner Bros. found out, the filmmaker wasn’t sure what would come next.
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Ahmad Jamal, Jazz Pianist With a Measured Approach, Dies at 92
The New York Times – Music:
He was known for his laid-back style and for his influence on, among others, Miles Davis, who once said, “All my inspiration comes from Ahmad Jamal.”
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Getting Close to Sondheim: New Books Try to Capture His Essence
The New York Times – Music:
Memoirs by his collaborators are among the works available now, and several others are on the horizon.
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In a New Take on ‘Gaslight,’ a Heroine Finds Her Own Way
The New York Times – Film:
At this year’s Shaw Festival in Ontario, a favorite melodrama is reimagined, and other plays grapple with femininity and gender fluidity.
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With 'New York Ninja,' Lights, Camera and, Finally, Action
The New York Times – Film:
The 1984 kung fu film was shot, but it wasn’t completed. Now, with a new director and newly recorded dialogue, the film sees the light of day.