February Features a Cherished Film Festival and New Art/Specialty Movies

Check out the Mayerson JCC Jewish & Israeli Film Festival, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and lots of Oscar nominees.

Is This Enough Elvis Mitchell for You?

The film critic, writer, and interviewer screens his 2022 documentary film about “Blaxploitation” movies on February 2, followed by an audience discussion.

Claire Lefton’s Top 15 Movies of 2023

There were many great films released in 2023. Which ones were the best?

New Movies Heat Up January at the Art Houses

Here are your indie film highlights coming to town this month, from Oscar hopefuls to one-off event screenings.

Christina Vassallo Builds Support for the CAC

New Contemporary Arts Center Executive Director Christina Vassallo arrives to inject life and energy into the iconic Zaha Hadid–designed museum in time for the building’s 20th anniversary.

Bah Humbug! Andrew May In The New Revamped ‘A Christmas Carol’

The show features new costumes, lighting and technical design, and runs in the new Moe and Jack’s Place – Rouse Theatre through Dec. 30.

Duane Lundy Lends Us His Ear for Great Music

In his new guide book, the psychology professor uses 12 criteria to evaluate the best rock albums and songs of all time.

Taking Care With Readers

A Cincinnati Nature Center hike inspired Jessica Strawser’s new novel.

The Year Closes Out with More Oscar-Worthy Art Movies

Here are your indie and art film highlights for December.

The Preservation Hall Jazz Band Comes Marching In for the Holidays

Trumpet player Branden Lewis leads the legendary group’s “Creole Christmas” tour to Memorial Hall December 6.