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In this valuable book, Vincent Schiraldi firmly establishes that the people currently on parole or probation – as well as the community at large – would be better off and safer if both systems were to disappear.
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Despite its depressing worldview, “Werckmeister Harmonies” is an exhilarating work of art, full of moments of grace, beauty, and even humor.
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This enormously talented company delivered a total assault on the senses at Jacob’s Pillow.
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Perhaps what’s most fascinating here is proof that Brenda Withers’ play has an evergreen quality to it. “The Ding Dongs” may prove to be prophetic.
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The album may be loose and jagged, but there are no half-baked moments because Andrew Bird’s ear for rhythm, and his impressive improvisational skill, are too inventive to ever be dull.
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Sanitized as it is, “Red, White & Royal Blue” is a sign of progress — a queer rom-com has finally entered the fairy-tale film canon.
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This limited series is not easy to watch, but “Painkillers” should be considered indispensable viewing because of the light it shines on the amoral face of corporate greed.
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Arts Fuse critics supply a guide to film, dance, visual art, theater, author readings, and music. More offerings will be added as they come in.
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Patti Hartigan’s biography is a workmanlike portrait of dramatist August Wilson that never delves deep enough into his poetic soul.
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A fairly strong showing for Ann Beattie. Readers who know Charlottesville will probably have a ball with this collection of short stories, which spotlight the town’s upscale, professional residents.
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Book Review: “Unfinished” Argues for AI as an Artistic Partner — But at What Cost?