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| New Year’s Eve 2020: 5 cool ways to ring in 2021 at home - San Bernardino County Sun Posted: 22 Dec 2020 09:26 AM PST  Goodbye, 2020! And don't let the door hit you on the way out. Yes, it's finally time to flip the calendar on a year that, to be honest, most people will not miss one iota. But just because 2020 wasn't ideal doesn't mean that its final evening can't be. Thus, let's turn our thoughts toward Dec. 31, which certainly will be a New Year's Eve like no other due to what's still going on with the coronavirus pandemic. People won't be (or, at the very least, shouldn't be) going to parties or any other big gatherings. Plus, it's really hard to find someone to kiss when the clock strikes 12 if everybody is wearing a mask. All that said, however, there are still plenty of ways to have a memorable last night of the year — even while sheltering in place and adhering to social distancing protocols. And we're here to help. Check out these five cool ideas on how to spend your stay-at-home New Years Eve. Streaming concertsThousands of fans are missing out on going to New Year's Eve concerts this year. Yet, they can still get their "live" music fix by tuning into some livestream shows. Here are some that should be worth your time. KISS: Not even a worldwide pandemic can stop KISS from making money. Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and the other two guys not named Peter Criss and Ace Frehley will KISS 2020 goodbye with a livestream event that promises to include "the largest pyrotechnics show ever." Stream starts at 9 p.m. Dec. 31 and packages range from $34.99 to (gulp!) $249.99; kissonline.com. Big Hit Labels' 2021 New Year's Eve Live: BTS — aka, the most popular band on the planet — is ready to ring in 2021 with a major concert that will also reportedly feature Halsey, Steve Aoki, Lauv, TXT, Lee Hyun and other acts. But you'll have to get up mighty early to catch this show, presented by the Korean web platform Weverse, since the stream starts at 9:30 p.m. Korean Standard Time, which translates to 4:30 a.m. PST. Still, this is BTS we are talking about. Tickets start in the $45 range; venewlive.com. Justin Bieber: The Biebs is back and ready to perform his first live show since 2017, which will likely feature music from his most recent chart-topper, "Changes," as well as from past offerings. Streams at 7:15 p.m. Dec. 31 (and will be available again Jan. 1), and costs $25 — although T-Mobile customers can view for free; justinbiebermusic.com. Bob Weir and Wolf Bros: Seeing the Grateful Dead on New Year's Eve was a cherished tradition for thousands of fans (who were lucky enough to score those incredibly tough tickets), so it's only fitting that Original Deadhead Weir is continuing the tradition with his Wolf Bros troupe. Stream is at 7 p.m. Dec. 31 and costs $19.99-$35; fans.live. Avett Brothers: Enjoy the last night of 2020 with the two Avetts — Scott and Seth — and their band of indie-folk champs. Streams at 5 p.m. Dec. 31 costs $39.99-$49.99; nugs.net. Lucinda Williams: The singer-songwriter is wrapping up her "Lu's Jukebox" streaming concert series with a New Year's Eve show performing Rolling Stones songs, backed by a full band. Music starts at 5 p.m. (PST), tickets range from $20-$40 and can be accessed via the music clubs that are benefitting from the show, including the Troubadour in West Hollywood (www.troubadour.com). Rocking on NetflixNone of those livestreams catch your fancy? Well, you can also stream plenty of concert films on Netflix, which has been steadily adding to that area of its catalog. Here are five tuneful Netflix originals worth checking out. "Homecoming": Grammy-winning film documents Beyonce's appearance at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, which is one of the most widely acclaimed live music performances of all time. "Springsteen on Broadway": Get ready to yell "BROOOOOOCE!!!!" and listen to this first-tier Rock and Roll Hall of Famer spin both tunes and tales during this gripping concert film, which was recorded during his lengthy residency at the Walter Kerr Theatre in New York City in 2017-18. "Shawn Mendes: Live In Concert": The Canadian pop superstar delights a huge hometown crowd at Toronto's Rogers Centre, as part of his blockbuster 2019 tour in support his self-titled third studio album. "Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour": It's a great document of the singer-songwriter's 2018 tour, which was one of the year's most thrilling concert spectacles. It was recorded on Oct. 6 at the home of the Dallas Cowboys — AT&T Stadium — and then released a little over two months later on, appropriately enough, New Year's Eve. "What Happened Miss Simone?": It's a biographical documentary, not a concert film. Yet, the performances in it are so compelling, wonderfully showcasing one of the greatest vocalists of all time — Nina Simone. Make a NYE playlistNew Year's Eve should always have an accompanying soundtrack, even if you're just listening to it at home as you munch on pizza and surf the web. So, make your own playlist on the music platform of your choice and get ready to to crank it up on Dec. 31 (but not too loud, since you can bet this is one New Year's Eve that your neighbors will indeed be home). Need help getting started? Here are five of our favorite songs of 2020: "The 1": We're suckers for a sad love song and this Taylor Swift gem is the best one of the year. "Alone": Missing someone you love this NYE? Australian outfit San Cisco feels your pain on this spellbinding slice off bittersweet indie-pop. "Millionaire (Good Like That)": From one extreme to another, we turn to this uplifting blast of R&B-pop sunshine from Tauren Wells and Kirk Franklin. "XS": An impeccable piece of dance-pop from Rina Sawayama, who is one of the brightest new stars in all of music. "Shot in the Dark": One of the best music stories of 2020 was the return of AC/DC, the iconic hard-rock troupe that deliver the goods on its first single in five years. Movie nightSpending the evening tucked safely away at the cinema, with some popcorn and Red Vines, is typically a great option on Dec. 31. But 2020 is a very atypical year (to say the least), so the movies will have you come to you this time around. Here are five of our favorites from this year — all of which are available for streaming. Oh, and don't forget the popcorn and Red Vines! "Freaky": This body-swap offering — which is kind of like "Freaky Friday," only substituting a serial killer in the mom role — stands as further proof that director/co-writer Christopher Landon is the current king of horror-comedies. "Driveways": Take the time to remember the brilliant Brian Dennehy, who died in April — but not before delivering one of the best performances of his career in this heartwarming indie. The film actually had its world premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2019 and then was released via video-on-demand earlier this year. "I Still Believe": Looking for a romantic tearjerker? This tale of platinum-selling singer-songwriter Jeremy Camp and wife Melissa — played by "Riverdale" star KJ Apa and Britt Robertson, respectively — definitely had us reaching for the Kleenex. "Invisible Man": Director-writer Leigh Whannell's stature in the horror movie pantheon grows even larger with this chilling update on the classic Universal monster movie property, sold to perfection by Elisabeth Moss as the woman who is hunted by something — or someone — she can't see. "Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey": Bring 2020 to a close with one more blast of Christmas goodness, which comes in the form of arguably the finest family film of the year, from director David E. Talbert. Stick with traditionMillions of people tune in each year to watch the famed ball drop in New York City's Times Square. The event will be quite different this time around, of course, due to precautions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, fans can still nestle themselves in front of their TVs and enjoy the dramatic countdown to the new year. You'll have some options for how to watch the ball drop, but we like to stick with the classic — "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" — which this year is marking its 49th anniversary. Hosted once again by Ryan Seacrest, the show will be headlined by Jennifer Lopez and features such talents as Billy Porter, Cyndi Lauper and Jimmie Allen. The broadcast event, which is closed to the public, airs at 8 p.m. on ABC. |
| 10 Films To Watch If You Liked Ma Rainey's Black Bottom - Screen Rant Posted: 22 Dec 2020 09:30 AM PST Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is Netflix's latest offering, featuring Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman in his final film role. Based on the play of the same name by August Wilson, the film takes place in the entirety of an afternoon recording session in which Ma Rainey (Davis) is supposed to perform, while her band's trumpeter Levee (Boseman) harbors artistic dreams of his own.
It plays out as a tight-knit drama, documenting the musical and socio-political climate of 1920s America, through each character's emotionally-charged dialogue. The film serves as a fitting tribute to the musical legends who birthed genres like the blues, as well as the personal and social struggles that the marginalized have faced in the course of history. advertising 10 Dreamgirls (2006) A segment in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom shows how Levee's original compositions are rejected by studios, only to be recycled by white bands. Such cases have been aplenty in the past, with white artists earning way more royalties than the Black artists they borrowed influences from. Dreamgirls, similarly, includes such instances as a subplot in an otherwise feel-good musical story. Loosely inspired by the career of R&B trio The Supremes, the film spans the growth of the music group, their professional jealousies, and their rise to stardom. Dreamgirls benefits greatly from a talented ensemble consisting of Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Hudson, and Eddie Murphy. 9 Bessie (2015) Before Viola Davis breathed life in the character of Ma Rainey, the songstress was played by Mo'Nique in Bessie. The HBO TV film by Dee Rees stars Queen Latifah as Bessie Smith, the "Empress of the Blues." Smith was once Ma Rainey's protege with whom she shared a close relationship, but a rift was created between the two with Smith's increasing popularity.
Bessie explores this chapter in the songstress's life, as well as her tumultuous romantic relationships and record deals. The film also shows the opposition from supremacists organizations like the Ku Klux Klan and the prevalent racism at the time. advertising 8 Great Balls Of Fire! (1989) This biopic on rockabilly maestro Jerry Lee Lewis covers Lewis's success, as well as his widely-covered downfall. The setting is the 1950s, and many feel Lewis might just dethrone Elvis Presley from his status as the "King of Rock n' Roll." However, when he marries his 13-year-old cousin, much to the dismay of his fans and family, a depreciation in his popularity ensues. Great Balls of Fire needs to be watched with caution, as some feel it tends to romanticize some aspects of Lewis's life. Regardless, it's still worth a watch, thanks to Dennis Quaid's lead performance. advertising 7 Get On Up (2014) Get On Up is easily one of Chadwick Boseman's most iconic and physically-demanding roles. He gets into the skin of "The Godfather of Soul," talking, singing, yelling, and dancing like James Brown. As a biopic, the film covers many chapters in Brown's life, like his friendships, social activism, and substance abuse. However, the film overlooks a few more questionable characteristics of the star, like his domestic violence arrests.
Boseman's portrayal of James Brown can be seen as a spiritual companion to his role of Levee in Ma Rainey's. Both are passionate, lively characters with a lot of energy, who unfortunately end up being a tad bit too self-obsessed and self-destructive in their artistic process. advertising 6 The Five Heartbeats (1991) A Motown inspired soul group rises to stardom in the course of seven years. As many music-themed films go, The Five Heartbeats also covers each band members' temptations as they grow in popularity. They fall prey to vices like greed, womanizing, and envy of each other. Borrowing inspirations from the troubled life of actual artists like James Brown and The Dells, the film might not have aged that well, but still makes for a light watch. The music montages in The Five Heartbeats feature several iconic songs, like the 90s R&B classic "A Heart is a House for Love." The soundtrack is definitely the highlight of this musical drama. 5 The Boys In The Band (2020) The Boys In The Band is one of the best play adaptations set in a limited environment. Shot entirely over the course of a birthday party, the film centers on several friends meeting for a late-night rendezvous. All of these friends are gay men fighting social stigma in 1960s New York. As one unexpected guest shows up, several insecurities and secrets are revealed. With gripping performances from actors like Jim Parsons and Zachary Quinto, the film is a highly relevant tribute to Mart Crowley's play that it's based on. There are several rapid-fire dialogue exchanges and melodramatic monologues to engage audiences. advertising 4 Cadillac Records (2008) Covering an era from the early 1940s to the late 1960s, Cadillac Records is another narrative that explores the rise of Black American music and either the support or vile motives that white record executives had in promoting it. The film features a popular cast of actors playing iconic musicians, like Etta James, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, and so on. Adrian Brody stars as Leonard Chess, the man behind the Chicago-based Chess Records that helped in developing Chicago Blues and rock and roll. As expected, the soundtrack is as stirring as the film. Beyoncé (who plays Etta James in the film), herself, contributes five songs to the album. 3 What's Love Got To Do With It? (1993) Named after the iconic song by Tina Turner, Angela Bassett stars as the American-born Swiss singer-songwriter. What's Love Got To Do With It captures Turner's life with a few creative liberties. It channels not just her fame, but also her breaking away from an abusive marriage with fellow musician Ike Turner (Laurence Fishburne). Both Bassett and Fishburne achieved great acclaim for their performances. In retrospect, the real-life Tina Turner wished the biopic was more truthful and portrayed her less as a victim. advertising 2 Devil At The Crossroads (2019) It's blues musician Robert Johnson who spurred the legend of selling his soul to the devil in return for greatness. Even a scene in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom finds the band discussing whether this legend is true or not. Whatever be the case, the Mississippi-bred guitarist and singer was a huge inspiration for the generations after him, especially in the Delta Blues style. Most of his archival recordings are in a low fidelity state, as he recorded songs in makeshift studios, and despite his early demise at 27, his legacy lives on.
This Netflix original documentary shows remastered footage of Johnson, in order to understand his origins, along with guest appearances by artists like Eric Clapton. 1 Fences (2016) Fences is a must-watch for those who are into dialogue-driven dramas. Another adaptation of an August Wilson play, the film is masterfully directed and acted by leading man, Denzel Washington. He plays the role of Troy, a middle-aged father who always longed to be a baseball player. The racism in his time, however, drove him away from his dreams, leading to an adulthood full of regrets. He takes out his frustration at his wife and son, creating a rift in his personal relationships. It's in this context that Fences explores the complexities of human emotion. Both Washinton and Ma Rainey's Viola Davis deliver a masterclass in acting while breathing new life into Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning lines.
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| Year in review: 100 best movies of 2020 | Entertainment - Kenosha News Posted: 18 Dec 2020 06:00 AM PST  2020 was a unique year for cinema. In a world that continues to be ravaged by the social, economic, and health-adverse effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the film industry experienced its own share of difficulties in continuing production and releasing films set to hit theaters this year. Some studios chose to push new releases back until 2021 and beyond, others have shelved projects with indefinite release dates, and more recently, one studio has made the unprecedented decision to allow the entirety of its 2021 slate to go straight to streaming on HBO MAX next year. However, many studios simply bit the bullet and chose to let their films go to streaming on either subscription-based platforms or for individual renting, premiere them at virtual film festivals, and/or opt for very limited theatrical releases. Despite theaters being mostly closed and festivals at a standstill, a whole host of films were still able to make it to audiences one way or another and find their own success. Thus, in spite of the unparalleled struggles the film industry underwent this year, there still managed to be a slew of fantastic films from around the world ranging in subject matter from the coronavirus itself to the horrors of war, social and political justice, capitalism, cows, and…time inversion. Stacker compiled data on all eligible 2020 movies to come up with a Stacker score—a weighted index split evenly between IMDb and Metacritic scores—to rank the top 100. To qualify, the film had to have an IMDb score, Metascore, and at least 1,000 votes. Ties were broken by Metascore, and further ties were broken by IMDb user rating. The data was acquired on Dec. 3, 2020. At one point, it felt as if the film landscape for 2020 would be undoubtedly bleak, yet we have been treated to a cinematic banquet that beat the odds. Counting down from 100, here are the best films of 2020. You may also like: Steven Spielberg films ranked from worst to first |
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