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'The Happy Prince' Looks To Oscar Wilde's Final Years

Oct. 19: By Beth Accomando

Actor Rupert Everett makes his feature directing debut with "The Happy Prince," which looks to Oscar Wilde's final years in exile. Everett will be in San Diego on Oct. 20.

Behind The Scenes Of San Diego Opera's 'The Marriage Of Figaro'

Oct. 19: By Beth Accomando, Katie Schoolov

Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro is a comic opera with some serious overtones. It has also inspired both revolution and Bugs Bunny.

New 'Halloween' Lets Michael Myers Escape For One More Killing Spree

Oct. 18: By Beth Accomando

Forty years ago John Carpenter made “Halloween” and helped define the modern slasher film. Now he has produced a sequel that erases all the other films that have come in between.

'The Rocky Horror Show' Gets Raunchy Production At OB Playhouse

Oct. 11: By Beth Accomando

It’s the month of Halloween, so what better time to do “The Rocky Horror Show” live on stage at the OB Playhouse?

An Old Classic And A Trio Of New Films For This Weekend

Oct. 12: By Beth Accomando

The San Diego Italian Film Festival wraps up this weekend, TCM Big Screen Classics hosts a screening of “Mr. Smith Goes To Washington,” and a trio of new Hollywood releases hit theaters.

Podcast 152: Remembering Your First Scary Movie

Oct. 12: By Beth Accomando

Cinema Junkie asks people about the first film they remember scaring them. Listen to memories from horror fans and some famous horror celebrities.

New 'A Star Is Born' Features Lady Gaga

Oct. 5: By Beth Accomando

Bradley Cooper has chosen to remake "A Star is Born" for his feature directorial debut.

Fern Street Circus Tackles Health Care In New Touring Show 'Pre-Existing Condition'

Oct. 4: By Beth Accomando, Kris Arciaga

Fern Street Circus is coming up on three decades of performing and will be launching its 2018 Neighborhood Tour tomorrow. Here's a look back on its past and what fuels its social purpose.

San Diego Italian Film Festival Opens With Mafia Musical

Oct. 3: By Beth Accomando

The San Diego Italian Film Festival kicks off its 12th year with a Mafia musical called "Ammore e malavita" ("Love and Bullets") at the Museum of Photographic Arts.

Hitchcocktober Returns To The Angelika Film Center

Oct. 2: By Beth Accomando

Angelika Film Center at Carmel Mountain kicks off its annual Hitchcocktober weekly film series on Thursday with "Rear Window."

Fall In San Diego Is For Film Festivals

Sept. 25: By Beth Accomando

Fall in San Diego means it’s time for film festivals of all kinds. Here’s a preview to help you plan.

San Diego's Top Weekend Events: Are You Ready To (Classic) Rock?

Sept. 21: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

This weekend brings concerts and performers rich in nostalgia, whether you're a fan of folk, pop, rock or metal.

Chloe Sevigny Brings Lizzie Borden To Life

Sept. 21: By Beth Accomando

In 1892 Lizzie Borden gained notoriety when she was accused of hacking her parents to death. A new film entitled "Lizzie" looks to the infamous case.

Celebrate Art House Theater Day This Sunday At Digital Gym Cinema

Sept. 20: By Beth Accomando

The Art House Convergence is holding its third annual Art House Theater Day on Sunday, Sept. 23 and Digital Gym Cinema is representing San Diego with the noir classic “Pitfall.”

Huey Lewis Brings The 'Heart Of Rock & Roll' To The Old Globe

Sept. 17: By Maureen Cavanaugh, Nina Garin

Huey Lewis launches his world-premiere musical at The Old Globe, a story about a musician who trades his dive bar lifestyle for the suits and ties of corporate America.