In 'The Library of the Dead' T. L Huchu has created an amazing story that breathes new life back into the dystopian young adult fantasy genre.
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Book Review: ‘Hadrian’s Rage’ by Patricia Marie Budd
New novel, 'Hadrian's Rage,' set in homosexual society explores reverse discrimination.
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Off-Broadway): ‘Mercury Fur’ by Philip Ridley at The New Group
Dystopian visions are everywhere on stage and screen these days, but the powerful and disturbing 'Mercury Fur' stands out.
Read More »Anthem FilmFest: Plato, Revolting, and Mendocino – All in a Cave
Ancient Greek philosopher Plato put in a couple of appearances at the Anthem Film Festival in Las Vegas, July 8-11. Two of the short films showed influence, if not direct inspiration, by Plato's tale of the cave, written 2,500 years ago. The films, 'The Cage' and 'Helio' both deserve praise for supporting the human quest for freedom and individualism. Cinematically, 'Helio' was a winner and 'The Cage' was not.
Read More »Book Review: ‘A Planet for Rent,’ Cuban Sci-Fi by Yoss
The first of two newly translated Cuban sci-fi books proves a provocative and imaginative read.
Read More »Interview: Laura Liddell Nolen, Author of ‘The Ark’
"To this day, I can’t actually believe it when people tell me they read my book and enjoyed it."
Read More »Theater Review (NYC Fringe): ‘A Future Imperfect’ by William S.E. Coleman
Fun with dystopian futures.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Frozen: Heart of Dread #1’ by Melissa De La Cruz and Michael Johnston
Can evil conquer the hearts of those living in a frozen but beautiful world? Will those in thrall to such evil allow the destruction of a beautiful place?
Read More »Movie Review: Branded (2012)
Branded wasn't advertised. Because it's an abomination.
Read More »Interview: Branded (2012) Director James Bradshaw
Branded director James Bradshaw talks with Blogcritics Co-Executive Editor Barbara Barnett about his new movie.
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