The Moviegoer, May 20-26
7 years ago Isabell RoseLawrence of Arabia Director David Lean’s 1962 masterpiece, a historical epic based on the life of dashing British military officer T. E. Lawrence (Peter O’Toole), will screen in glorious 70 mm. Trailblazing film editor Anne V. Coates, who died this month, won an Oscar, and her cut from O’Toole...
‘Deadpool 2’ tops ‘Avengers’ but fails to surpass its predecessor
7 years ago Scarlett NewtonTwo Josh Brolin-led Marvel movies dominated the domestic box office this weekend, led by 20th Century Fox's "Deadpool 2."
"It’s Deadpool’s world and we’re just living in it,” said Chris Aronson, the studio’s president of distribution.
The film opened in first place with $125 million, the seco..
‘Kiss Me, Kate’ actress Patricia Morison dies at 103
7 years ago Isabell RoseActress Patricia Morison, the originator of the ultimate diva trope through her role in the 1948 Broadway musical "Kiss Me, Kate," has died, according to the Hollywood Reporter. She was 103.
Morison, an 80-year stage and screen veteran, died Sunday at her home in Los Angeles of natural causes.
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Terry Gilliam gets his long-overdue moment with ‘The Man Who Killed Don Quixote’ at Cannes
7 years ago Isabell RoseTerry Gilliam's decades-in-the-making "The Man Who Killed Don Quixote" closed Cannes on a surprisingly compelling note.
L.A. movie openings, May 25
7 years ago Lily GarnerMay 25 Feral
Medical students on a wilderness getaway transform into rabid beasts after being attacked by a wild animal. Written by Mark Young and Adam Frazier. Directed by Young. (1:30) NR.
The Gospel According to André
Documentary on fashion journalist and influencer André Leon Talley. Featurin..
The week ahead in L.A. classical music, May 20-27: Matthew Aucoin’s ‘Crossing’ and more
7 years ago Fiona WatkinsAll You Need Is Love The Opera Ensemble performs works by Verdi, Mozart, the Beatles, et al. St. Augustine By-The-Sea Church, 1227 4th St., Santa Monica. Sun., 3 p.m. $25. www.eventbrite.com.
Goyescas by the Sea Pianist José Menor performs Granados’ complete “Goyescas” piano suite in this Jacaranda..
The week ahead in L.A. dance, May 20-27: ‘Gala Flamenca,’ ‘Heartbeat of Mexico’ and more
7 years ago Isabell RoseMomentum 2018 Orange County Ballet Theater’s showcase for emerging dancers includes two new contemporary works, plus a performance of the suite from Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake” featuring guest dancers from San Francisco Ballet, et al. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. Fri., 7:30...
The week ahead in L.A. theater, May 20-27: ‘Noises Off,’ ‘The Ballad of Bimini Baths’ and more
7 years ago Lily GarnerCapsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.).
Openings Audra McDonald in Concert The six-time Tony winner, backed by the LA Opera Orchestra, sings show tunes, standards and more. Dorothy Chandler..