BOOKS

08/13/2026-08/27/2026

Rosemary's Baby by Ira Levin

Read for book club. Liked it just fine. Really interesting to see how much this story has inspired future horror. It's been a while since I read a horror book, too. Fun to get w friends and discuss it :D

08/04/2026-08/12/2026

Written on the Body by Jeanette Winterson

Such a beautifully written book. If I had read this like 2 years ago, I would have collapsed and died LOL five stars

07/29/2026-08/04/2026

Beloved by Toni Morrison

I mean... obviously a masterpiece. There is such a depth to Morrison's writing that can be savored forever. Like, when I think of Morrison's work, I think of depths that never end. Such strong imagery throughout this book. I love an author whose mind works in such brilliant ways that I know mine never will, lol. One of the greatest novels ever written.



FILM

August 30, 2026

Why Religion? (2026)

Last film I watched at Sidewalk. This topic really interests me, so I'm surprised I knew pretty much nothing about Elaine Pagels. I think the documentary was well-made, and Pagels has lived such an interesting life. Bought The Gnostic Gospels the other day and hope to read it soon!

August 29, 2026

The General (1926)

Watched in the Alabama Theater with a live organ performance!! So so so cool. I'd seen this movie in high school, but it was great to watch it again (and in such a special way) YAY! Also deeply love Buster Keaton like who doesn't

August 29, 2026

The Best Summer (2026)

First full-length watch at the Sidewalk Film Festival!! This was really fun and had me itching like crazy to go to a live show. I love music.

August 20, 2026

Tony (2026)

Anthony Bourdain is one of the loves of my life, so I was going to be more critical here than with a normal biopic. I liked this just fine, but it didn't make any sort of impact on me. Performances were fine, and I really liked Antonio Banderas in this.