Written Reviews

Women Crime Writers: Eight Suspense Novels of the 1940s & 50s

September 1, 2015

Today, The Library of America is releasing a two-volume box set entitled Women Crime Writers: Eight Suspense Novels of the 1940s & 50s, a fantastic set that helps us reconceptualize the role of women authors in our literary history. Trevor takes a look at the new, exciting set. Read the full post.

Danielle McLaughlin: “In the Act of Falling”

August 31, 2015

This week’s New Yorker story is Danielle McLaughlin’s “In the Act of Falling.” Come join the discussion! Read the full post.

Charles Chaplin: The Gold Rush

August 28, 2015

In 1925 Charlie Chaplin released one of his major masterpieces, The Gold Rush, a delightful, touching film starring The Tramp. Trevor reviews the film and discusses the Criterion Blu-ray as part of his Chaplin series. Read the full post.

Alice Munro: “Mischief”

August 27, 2015

Trevor and Betsy continue to look at the stories in Alice Munro’s The Beggar Maid by discussing the sixth story, “Mischief.”

Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne: Two Days, One Night

August 25, 2015

Today The Criterion Collection is releasing the most recent film from the Dardenne brothers, Two Days, One Night. Trevor reviews the film and the Criterion release. Read the full post.

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