Cinema Junkie
Satisfy your celluloid addiction and mainline film 24/7 with Cinema Junkie’s Beth Accomando. So if you need a film fix, want to hear what filmmakers have to say about their work, feel like taking a deep dive into a genre, or just want to know what's worth seeing this weekend, then you've come to the right place. You can also find Beth's coverage of other arts and culture events here.
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A longtime film critic and an illustrator/drag queen performer discuss creating and self-publishing the first Wiggly Wriggly Farm story — and why they hope Lenny the Little Sheep helps children embrace who they are. -
This summer there are big Hollywood blockbusters like "Supergirl" alongside indie hits like "The Furious." Here's a rundown of what's in theaters now and what's coming later this season. -
“Dead, White and Blue” is made from 100% recycled film and filmmaker Mike Davis explains what that means. -
Cinema Junkie has a new book recommendation, David F. Walker's "Black Film: A History of Black Representation and Participation in the Movies." -
To close out Women's History Month, a look at both women directors who blazed a trail and the provocative new voices emerging today. -
Cinema Junkie explores how absurdity and laughter are used in activism — from viral videos to street performances and even historical resistance movements. -
Cinema Junkie speaks with authors Kim Luperi and Danny Reid about their new book, “Pre-Code Essentials: Must-See Cinema from Hollywood’s Untamed Era, 1930-1934," which they say is the perfect gift for any cinephile. -
As protests take on a more theatrical — and often humorous — tone, Cinema Junkie teams up with Midday Movies to look at tactical frivolity in film and real life.
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"Supergirl" is getting a lot of hate online, but the new DCU film is actually the perfect way to celebrate America's 250th, as a punk superheroine and her mischievous dog win your heart. -
Onstage Playhouse presents the San Diego premiere of Lucas Hnath's play about scientists Isaac Newton and Robert Hooke — and what they're willing to sacrifice for legacy. The production arrives as the Chula Vista theater faces an uncertain future. -
To celebrate Pride Month, Disco Riot presents Queer Mvmnt Fest, featuring artists from San Diego and beyond who identify as part of the 2S-LGBTQIA+ dance community. -
UC San Diego MFA graduate Ngozi Anyanwu explores family, estrangement and MMA culture in her play "The Monsters" at La Jolla Playhouse. -
San Diego's Digital Gym Cinema joins American Cinematheque's global film festival celebrating dark themes and exhilarating artistry. -
The UC San Diego student-run gaming convention takes place this weekend and features panels, cosplay and industry showcases. -
Rapper, music producer and activist Boots Riley follows "Sorry to Bother You" with the audacious fashion-world satire "I Love Boosters." -
The 2026 San Diego International Fringe Festival runs for 12 days with new venues from Poway to Ensenada, international artists and the World Fringe Congress coming to San Diego.
Stripper Energy just received an Emmy for Journalistic Enterprise, you can watch the six-part video podcast now.