“Salem’s Lot” (2004)
The 2004 TNT miniseries adaptation of “Salem’s Lot” offers a few scares and little else that the 1979 miniseries hadn’t already done better.
“Karate Kid: Legends” (2025)
“Karate Kid: Legends” is a fast-paced, easy-to-watch legacy sequel that is fun but ultimately forgettable.
“The Devil Wears Prada” (2006)
Buoyed by Meryl Streep’s imposing performance as Miranda Priestly, “The Devil Wears Prada” is fine but flawed.
“Penthouse Serenade” – Nat King Cole
“Penthouse Serenade,” an instrumental 1952 LP from Nat King Cole, is sophisticated, melodic, easy listening jazz.
“Satchmo Serenades” – Louis Armstrong
“Satchmo Serenades” is Louis Armstrong’s lover man album: a romantic collection of swinging ballads that features him at his most syrupy.
“Made of Honor” (2008)
Starring Patrick Dempsey and Michelle Monaghan, “Made of Honor” is an unfunny, unmemorable rom-com filled with predictable cliches.
Jean Ritchie Singing the Traditional Songs of Her Kentucky Mountain Family
“Jean Ritchie Singing the Traditional Songs of Her Kentucky Mountain Family” is one of the most authentic folk albums of the 1950s.
“Bird and Diz” Album Review
“Bird and Diz,” a 1952 collaboration between saxophonist Charlie Parker and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, features one of the greatest jazz lineups of all time. The quartet is rounded out by Thelonious Monk on piano and Buddy Rich on drums.
“Unforgettable” Album Review
Nat King Cole’s 1952 LP “Unforgettable” contains some of his most soothing crooning, including on the famous title track.
“Moanin’ the Blues” – Hank Williams
Featuring some of Hank Williams’ twangiest songs, “Moanin’ the Blues” is an essential listen for any fan of country music.
“Sling Blade” (1996)
Billy Bob Thornton delivers the performance of a lifetime in “Sling Blade,” an underrated drama which he also wrote and directed.
“South of the Border” Album Review
Charlie Parker’s 1952 LP, “South of the Border,” is an entertaining combo of scorching saxophone and fiery Afro-Cuban rhythms.