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Theatre NOVA’s Play “Relativity” Explores the Life of Albert Einstein
by Hugh Gallagher, Pulp
Can a great man also be a good man? What do the words great and good mean?
This is the theme of Mark St. Germain’s play Relativity, which explores the character of physicist Albert Einstein, who has…
Film Review: “Memory”
Guy Pearce co-stars as an FBI agent in a remake of a Belgian crime thriller involving a child trafficking ring and a hitman struggling with Alzheimer’s.
Rated R, 1 hour 54 minutes
by Sheri Liden
The premise…
U-M Writer Phil Christman Has a New Collection of Essays: “HOW TO BE NORMAL”
by Martha Stuit, Pulp
Phil Christman takes on the problem of How to Be Normal in his new essay collection by interrogating broad categories of life. Like his earlier book, Midwest Futures, the essays are…
Ypsilanti Jazz Concert Series Returns this Summer with New Name and Location
by Amy Karbo
Ypsilanti Township will host the 2022 John E. Lawrence Summer Jazz Concert Series on Friday evenings July 1, 2022 - September 2, 2022 from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at Ford Lake Park (9075 S. Huron River Drive). Parking will be $5…
Grains, Beans, Seeds and Legumes: Chef Abra Berens’s New Book “Grist” Offers Context and Recipes
by Martha Stuit
When you start paying closer attention to a food or beverage, you notice more details among different types or brands. Experts who focus on wine or coffee, for example, are able to discuss the nuances and tasting notes…
Film Review: “No Exit”
A young woman has to figure out which of the people trapped with her during a blizzard is a kidnapper in this thriller premiering on Hulu.
Rated R, 1 hour 30 minutes
by Frank Scheck
Agatha Christie meets The Hateful Eight in…
Movie Review: “See for Me”: A Cult Classic in the Making
In 1967, Audrey Hepburn played a blind woman terrorized by three burglars in 'Wait Until Dark.' Now, Skyler Davenport updates that formula with this strong lead performance.
by Michael Nordine
Looks like 2022 is off to a promising…
Film Review: “Being the Ricardos”
by David Rooney
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz navigate personal and professional crises during a tough week on their smash CBS sitcom in this behind-the-scenes drama, also featuring J.K. Simmons and Nina Arianda.
Release date: Friday,…
New Film by U-M Prof Examines Henry Ford’s Legacy
by Sydney Hawkins
Why did you undermine Edsel? How did the “working man’s friend” become the enemy of Labor? Why did you hate Jews?
These are three of the 10 questions posed to the ghost of Henry Ford in a new film produced,…
U Magazine – Ypsi Proud
Editor's Note: Christian Usera covered the arts for The Ann Arbor Independent. He is the Editor-in-Chief at U Magazine.
by Christian Usera
In a Post- Covid -19 world, individuals are contemplating their place in society. What are…