Watson vs. Sherlock: The ‘Last Case’ at Black RoseTucked away in the midst of warehouses and mixed-purpose structures on Black Street in downtown Brandon, the unassuming, one-story building numbered 103 has a curious history.
2013 Crossroads Film FestivalThe 14th Annual Crossroads Film Festival runs from Thursday, April 11, through Sunday, April 14. The festival features more than 140 films, of which many are made in Mississippi, produced or directed by Mississippians, feature Mississippi actors or have some …
The Death of a CriticLegendary film critic Roger Ebert transcended his long battle with cancer last Thursday. He died at age 70, leaving behind a world richer from his words, deeds and actions.
Deep TopicsLisa Biagiotti drove 13,000 miles, went on more than a dozen road trips and talked to upwards of 400 people across the rural South to film a documentary about the rural South and how the HIV/AIDS epidemic affects the people …
Big Men With Big GunsDwayne “The Rock” Johnson is Roadblock in “G.I. Joe: Retaliation.”
Natural TalentAs you turn a corner in the Mississippi Museum of Art, you come face-to-face with a larger-than-life Renoir-esque work. Local artist Ginger Williams-Cook painted the Pierre Auguste Renoir-inspired mural to serve as an interactive element of the latest exhibit, Old …
Impressions of Old MastersThe Mississippi Museum of Art's new exhibition, "Old Masters to Monet: Three Centuries of French Painting from the Wadsworth Atheneum," covers all the major players and artistic movements between the Renaissance and Post-Impressionism in an almost overwhelming collection on loan …
Paint By NumbersLeaving with a finished painting is one of the best parts about classes at Artful Hours or Easely Amused.
‘Wonderstone’ Sparks and PuffsSteve Carell (front) is “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone.” Steve Buscemi costars as his sidekick, Anton Marvelous.
Dance ClassIf you were to ask Mr. or Mrs. Random Citizen to name important cities in the world of dance, he or she would probably rattle off the usual suspects: cultural meccas like New York City, Los Angeles and Chicago.
No Love for the WizardJames Franco is on his way to the magical kingdom in “Oz the Great and Powerful.”
Happy FeetYou've mostly likely seen Irish dancing in movies and TV, if not in real life.
Grand WatersAnyone who lives or plays in Jackson long enough will eventually be driving down a road and pass a quiet, slender man with a paintbrush.
Mississippi Museum of Art Hosts French ExhibitIn a Family Corner of the upcoming major French painting exhibition at the Mississippi Museum of Art, artist Ginger Williams-Cook has re-created a Renoir painting of Monet's gardens to give pint-sized creators a pretend shot at the easel, beret included.
Take Cover and Run"Jack the Giant Slayer" transforms a public-domain fairy tale into a Marvel-comic-styled movie.