Riddick Film Struggles in Latest Chapter of Saga
Universal notes describe Riddick as the latest chapter in the franchise begun by Pitch Black and The Chronicles of Riddick, but reviews fault the film’s dull opening, thin mythology, and reliance on macho action. Vin Diesel leads a budgeted production shot in 48 days, with CGI creatures failing to match prior installments. The plot features two bounty-hunting groups converging on Riddick in a familiar, uninspired return to the series.
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Big Star Nothing Can Hurt Me reviewed by Scene Stealers
The documentary Big Star Nothing Can Hurt Me examines Alex Chilton and Chris Bell, tracing The Box Tops roots to Big Star’s legacy, amid Memphis rock culture. It blends interviews, rare performances, and film critique to explore success, struggle, and influence in a contemplative, song-filled portrait.
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New York 9/11 survivors story staged at Baker University
Baker University stages New York by David Rimmer to raise funds for first responders and related memorials. Patti Heiman directs a Kansas production that interviews therapists to depict survivor guilt and the healing process while hosting a silent auction on opening night to benefit MDA and the Cy Middleton Memorial Fund.
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New York Play at Rice Auditorium Raises Funds for Charity
Wednesday through Sunday at Rice Auditorium on Baker University campus features New York with 7:30 p.m. shows and 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. Admission is free with suggested donations benefiting Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Cy Middleton Memorial Fund for Kansas police officers and families.
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