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Film Review: “Sunset Song” — Misogyny in the Highlands

May 22, 2016
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I wanted to like Sunset Song, steeped as it is in Scottish history and scenery.

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Music Commentary: In Memoriam, Seiji Ozawa (1935-2024)

February 13, 2024
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Taking in the totality of Seiji Ozawa’s life and career, it seems clear that Boston got him in his prime and that he largely returned the favor, ingratiating himself with the community, at times truly elevating the BSO while conveying a lot of joy and energy in the process.

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Jazz Album Review: Emily Remler’s “Cookin’ at the Queens: Live in Las Vegas 1984 & 1988” — Incomparable

December 6, 2024
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“Cookin’ at the Queens” is an invaluable addition to the legacy of guitarist Emily Remler.

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Visual Arts: Where were you in May 1968?

November 5, 2008
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By Gary Schwartz This question was asked by a Dutch newspaper last spring. At the time I did not get around to answering it. What they were after were experiences related to the students and workers revolt in France and other revolutionary manifestations of the Spirit of 68. My first reaction was that I was…

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Film Interview: At the IFFB — “Road to Ruane” Pays Tribute to Boston’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Benefactor Billy Ruane

April 30, 2024
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“Billy Ruane built a legacy, and 14 years after his death you can still feel his presence in local clubs. He fermented a scene that still lives on today.”

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Film Review: Two Music Docs That Go Deep — “City of a Million Dreams” and “Heaven Stood Still: The Incarnations of Willy DeVille”

June 18, 2023
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Both of these documentaries offer gratifying viewing for any curious roots music fan.

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Music Interview: Gary DeCarlo Lets Off Steam — Nah Nah Don’t Kiss Him Goodbye

April 7, 2016
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“Nah Nah Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” lead singer Gary DeCarlo finally lands the spotlight.

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Film Review: “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” — Chekhov’s Flamethrower

August 5, 2019
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Quentin Tarantino delights in exhausting his audiences as much as he does in entertaining them.

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WATCH CLOSELY: “Lovecraft Country” — Blackness, Blackness, All Is Blackness

October 12, 2020
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Lovecraft Country is quite a thrill ride at times, its heady balance of realism and fantasy spiced up with an intoxicating dose of science fiction and time travel.

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Fuse Coming Attractions: August 25 through 30 — What Will Light Your Fire

August 14, 2016
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Arts Fuse critics select the best in theater, visual arts, film, music, author events, and dance for the coming week.

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