Here's a roundup of our book reviews, album reviews and TV/film reviews from the past week.
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Faith or Nothing in 'Fatima'
Italian filmmaker Marco Pontecorvo tells the story in an interesting manner, dramatizing it without over dramatizing.
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#Unfit to Lead America?
Leading psychiatrists are on record saying that the current occupant of the White House suffers from narcissism, paranoia and more.
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Glendale Author's Children's Book Comforts Families Adapting to COVID-19
Adjusting to a new life during the COVID-19 pandemic with six feet distancing, under masks and indoors, takes a toll on adults. But, what about children who have also had to put their playdates, school days and birthday parties on hold?
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Master of Deception: A Son Searches for his Father in the House of Illusion (Rare Bird), by John-Ivan Palmer
The revealing memoir of a writer whose father was a traveling illusionist.
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Hitchcock and his Actors
Author explores Hitchcock and his casts through perceptive, succinct descriptions of his major and minor films.
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Live at Goose Lake by The Stooges
Live recording by Iggy Pop’s seminal band released after 50 years.
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Imploding the Mirage by The Killers
The Killers’ latest album finds them relatively modern, even hip.
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Film Clips: Aug. 24, 2020
A funny British satire, a tired action flick and a worn-out exercise in CGI are among this week’s releases.
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Home Movies: Aug. 24, 2020
A bright British coming of age comedy and a dark Nordic story of obsession top this week’s home movie releases.