New Orleans is a city with not only a disproportionate grocery store problem brought on by gentrification and income disparity, but a worsening inventory of available food benefits for those who find themselves in need, now more than ever perhaps. We give what we can, but it just isn’t enough to meet the unfortunate demands brought upon by disasters made by nature and man.
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Neaux Reel Idea: Suspiria Review
November 13, 2018Suspiria is no riddle wrapped in an enigma but it is rich with unspoken but understood behavior, registered by that charge running up and down the spine. Off the screen and into your dreams and nightmares, this film goes. Our begs and cries prove useless when faced with the imagination of others. Just go with it.
WithIN the Fringe: Recommendations for InFringe Fest 2018
November 7, 2018In its third year, the InFringe Fest New Orleans – promoted with gusto by Mr. Martin – features a wide selection of daring, bold, dangerous, and brave theatre across many venues in the city. Comedy, drama, musical, burlesque, and even multi-media make up this year’s “Favor the Bold” theme, giving theatergoers as much to chew on as the thespians involved do.
A Judge for NOLA: A Q&A with Marie Williams
November 6, 2018Judicial Candidate Marie Williams discusses the importance of a judicial candidate who works to make family court less frightening in an interview with Big Easy.
Neaux Reel Idea: Thunder Road Review
November 6, 2018Thunder Road can best be described as a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, with a subversive edge. It’s slick and straight up wacky in how events play out and bleed into one another, but also homey and comforting in seeing and understanding the strange but perhaps healthy by way of mostly odd behavior a personal journey inward can be.
The Progressive’s Lifestyle: An Hour (and more) of Story Power
November 2, 2018You probably wouldn’t normally think that drag performance could mix with story readings, but this is New Orleans, and yes, indeed, they can. Seale Paterson of the Hubbel Branch brought The Drag Queen Story Hour to town in 2017.
Where We See Ourselves: Diversity & Inclusivity and Long-Term Growth in Film
November 1, 2018New Orleans has several groups that provide excellent service to our moviegoing culture. Perhaps we can lead the charge in an industry thinking differently?
Neaux Reel Idea: The #NOFF2018 Wrap Around
November 1, 2018From the 2018 fest – the 29th Annual – and for your enjoyment, I have made available below three experiences in the form of interview, transcription, and review, that cover two award-winning movies and a genre/theme that is scarcely discussed.
By the Water, With the Wine
October 31, 2018The Third Annual Wine on the River event will take place during National Wine Tasting Day. This occasion is a chance to trade taste testing tips and tricks.
A Look Ahead at November’s Issue
October 29, 2018Every month, we at Big Easy Magazine deliver a “to be binged” helping of feature-length articles and content. Here’s what’s coming up in November.
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