Profound and Poignant ‘The Story of My Life’ is New Line’s Latest Work

Profound and Poignant ‘The Story of My Life’ is New Line’s Latest Work

By Lynn Venhaus Friendship is indeed one of life’s blessings, especially those lasting ones through the ebb and flows of the years. The French novelist... Details
American Remake of ‘The Guilty’ Tense, Gripping With Fuqua at Helm

American Remake of ‘The Guilty’ Tense, Gripping With Fuqua at Helm

By Lynn VenhausAn American remake that is as tense and gripping as the 2018 Danish original, “The Guilty” will surprise with its carefully crafted twists... Details
German Sci-Fi Rom-Com ‘I’m Your Man’ Is A Love Story That’s Far From Robotic

German Sci-Fi Rom-Com ‘I’m Your Man’ Is A Love Story That’s Far From Robotic

By Alex McPherson Director Maria Schrader’s sci-fi dramedy, “I’m Your Man,” presents multifaceted questions about love, humanity, happiness, and loneliness in a time when technology... Details
Dynamic Duo Showcase in St. Louis Actors’ Studio Compelling One-Acts

Dynamic Duo Showcase in St. Louis Actors’ Studio Compelling One-Acts

By Lynn VenhausBy the numbers: 2 one-act plays, 2 renowned 20th century playwrights, 2 professional actors, a 97-seat black box -- with COVID-19 protocols in... Details
‘The Many Saints of Newark’ Enhances ‘Sopranos’ Legacy With Savvy Cast, Gripping Story

‘The Many Saints of Newark’ Enhances ‘Sopranos’ Legacy With Savvy Cast, Gripping Story

By Lynn Venhaus Thoughtfully constructed with insightful character snapshots foreshadowing the people they become in the landmark television series, “The Sopranos,” the well-cast “The Many... Details
Irish Charmer ‘Bloomsday’ Engages with Time Travel – and a Love Story

Irish Charmer ‘Bloomsday’ Engages with Time Travel – and a Love Story

By Lynn VenhausSet in Dublin, “Bloomsday” is a little charmer that whisks you away to the Emerald Isle in a time travel love story. (Yes,... Details
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Worthy Adaptation with Heart, Strong Ensemble and Those Songs

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Worthy Adaptation with Heart, Strong Ensemble and Those Songs

By Lynn VenhausOn stage, “Dear Evan Hansen” was a deeply personal and profoundly emotional experience, which the movie attempts to achieve through pared-down scenes that... Details
One Of Year’s Best Ensembles Hits Hard in Timely ‘Sweat’ at Black Rep

One Of Year’s Best Ensembles Hits Hard in Timely ‘Sweat’ at Black Rep

By Lynn VenhausA domino chain of events have a devastating effect on a group of blue-collar steel workers in Lynn Nottage’s hard-hitting play, “Sweat,” which... Details
Thriller ‘The Card Counter’ Explores the Dark Side After Iraq War Crimes

Thriller ‘The Card Counter’ Explores the Dark Side After Iraq War Crimes

By Lynn VenhausWilliam Tell (a shortened surname) is a broken man, but he hides it well. With his well-groomed appearance, this sharp-dressed man looks every... Details
‘Come From Away’ Filmed Musical Offers Kindness in Aftermath of 9-11

‘Come From Away’ Filmed Musical Offers Kindness in Aftermath of 9-11

By Lynn VenhausA tragic day that we will never forget in America inspired our Far North neighbors, the Canadian town of Gander in Newfoundland, to... Details