This is England
By Meadows, Shane
5 stars
This is a powerful independent film based on the director’s own experiences growing up in Northern England.
- Carrie
Things We Lost in the Fire
By Bier, Susanne
4 stars
Excellent movie with terrific acting by Halle Berry, David Duchovny and Benicio Del Toro. Very engrossing tale of a marriage tragically broken with Del Toro’s character – Jerry Sunborne, becoming involved in the aftermath. His portrayal of a recovering heroin addict is quite convincing. First rate screenplay and camera work make this a quietly affecting winner.
- Phil
Grey Gardens
By Hovde, Ellen
5 stars
- Kyle
Grinderman
By Grinderman, 2007
A recent episode of Fresh Air with Terry Gross reminded me to listen to Grinderman, a 2007 side project of Nick Cave’s. If literary punk rock is your bag, check it out!
4 stars, Crystal
Under the Blacklight
By Rilo Kelly, 2007
Jenny Lewis is an amazing talent. This album is fun and quirky, full of lyrics that will at times break your heart.
4 Stars, Kyle
Easter
By Patti Smith Group, 1978
This is one of my favorite of Patti’s albums. Often noted for its accessibility, it also includes some wicked slam poetry, “Babelogue,” and tribal incantations, “Ghost Dance.” This is not to underplay the value of her searing remake of Bruce Springsteen’s “Because the Night.” The library’s copy also includes the b-side bonus track “Godspeed” which Thurston Moo
re of Sonic Youth declared his favorite song ever in a recent interview.
4 stars, Bryan
Mercury
By Long-View, 2005
If you like Coldplay, you’ll love Long-View.
4 Stars, Carrie
Till the Sun Turns Black
By Ray LaMontagne, 2006
4 stars, Jessica
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