As the semester gets crazier and crazier with each passing day, the need for some escapism gets more intense. Taking note of that, the world of arts has once again stepped up to the occasion to help us Blue Jays out!
In cinema, Indian director Mani Ratnam brings an action epic in the same vein as RRR, while the iconic Michael Myers returns to the screen to scare new and old audiences yet again. Some classics are briefly back on the big screen at local theaters, namely Michael Mann’s thriller Heat and Monty Python’s Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
A perfect collection of mystery novels is recently out for our bookworms who want to snuggle in for a thrilling read as the days get colder outside. Meanwhile, newer artists like Alvvays and AA Williams are making waves in the music world with fresh interpretations of their genres.
To watch…
Ponniyin Selvan: I, directed by Mani Ratnam — Sept. 29
Catch the critically-acclaimed Indian Tamil-language epic action film playing at Cinemark in its original language with English subtitles.
Heat, directed by Michael Mann — Oct. 8, 10, 13
Revisit Mann’s gripping thriller starring legendary actors Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Val Kilmer as this week’s revival at the Charles Theatre.
Halloween Ends, directed by David Gordon Green — Oct. 14
The latest installment of the Halloween franchise starring Jamie Lee Curtis brings another terrifying experience with the return of Michael Myers.
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, directed by Will Speck and Josh Gordon — Oct. 7
Settle in for a fun time with this animated musical comedy starring Shawn Mendes as the titular singing crocodile.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail, directed by Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones — Oct. 12, 16, 17
Relive the hilarious magic of British comedy legends Monty Python satirize the tale of King Arthur in this week’s revival at the Senator Theatre.
To read…
Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America, by Maggie Haberman — Oct. 4
As one of the most prominent journalists covering the presidency of Donald Trump, Haberman describes her understanding of the 45th American president.
Hester: A Novel, by Laurie Lico Albanese — Oct. 4
A fictitious story about the woman who inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne’s renowned novel The Scarlet Letter and her relationship with the author.
Mad Honey, by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan — Oct. 4
A riveting tale of the dark secrets that tear apart a woman’s life.
To listen…
As the Moon Rests, by A.A. Williams — Oct. 7
A.A. Williams’s second album following her debut album Forever Blue.
Blue Rev, by Alvvays — Oct. 7
The Canadian band’s critically-acclaimed third album is a deeper exploration of the band’s indie pop sound.
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