Angel Heart

In 1978, William Hjortsberg published a book titled, “Fallen Angel.” Set in the 1950s, a private detective named, Harry Angel is sent to investigate the disappearance of a singer named, Johnny Favorite. Angel travels to New Orleans. During the case, he gets into a sticky situation that changes the trajectory of his predicament. Nine Years […]

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

In 1979, a Broadway musical titled, “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” opened to the public. Loosely based on a Penny Dreadful (cheap book costing a penny) called, “The String of Pearls,” it’s a about a British man named, Benjamin Barker. A barber falsely guilty by a corrupt judge named, Turpin. He sentences […]

Idlewild

In the early ’90s Andre 3000 & Big Boi formed a hip-hop duo called, “OutKast.” Their debut album, “Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik” earned positive reactions. The second album, “ATLiens” earned praise Followed by critically acclaimed albums that made them a household name. Most notably, “Aquemini,” “Stankonia” and last but not least, the Grammy award winning double album known […]

Victor/Victoria

Released in 1982, (same year Blade Runner came out) “Victor/Victoria” earned praise from critics and movie goers alike. Plus, it made enough money at the box office. Victor/Victoria won an Oscar for “Best Original Score.” The film was later adapted into a Broadway musical in 1995 with Julie Andrews reprising her role. Speaking of musicals, […]

Cabaret

In 1966, a Broadway musical called, “Cabaret” opened to the public. Set in 1931, an American immigrant named, Sally Bowles lives in Germany who makes a living as a singer/dancer at a nightclub known as the Kit Kat Club, entertaining several customers. She meets British man named, Brian Roberts. He moves in with her and […]

Classics Review: Funny Girl

In 1964, a Broadway musical called, “Funny Girl” opened to the public. The story’s bases on the life and career of Fanny Brice. A Jewish-American comedian and singer gains fame and develops a relationship with a gambler. Barbra Streisand played Fanny in the Broadway version prior to a film adaptation gaining more recognition. She was […]