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Cover for the book The Open Era by Edward Schmit
September 7, 2026September 8, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

Edward Schmit’s ‘The Open Era’ is a Grand Slam Romance

Edward Schmit's compelling debut novel, The Open Era, takes to the tennis courts to explore mental health and a romance between rivals. Read on for the review!

6,000 Waiting short documentary starring Nick Papadopoulos
August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Films, Review

6,000 Waiting Review: A Critical Call to Action for Americans

6,000 Waiting highlights advocacy for basic human rights and community support through the eyes of three Americans. Check out our review of the documentary!

Where Did the Adults Go? — CAREY COX as CYNTHIA. Close-up portrait of a red-haired woman wearing glasses, a dark turtleneck, and a thin necklace. She looks off to the side with a serious, thoughtful expression, while a person is blurred in the background.
August 24, 2026August 24, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Films, Review

‘Where Did the Adults Go?’ Explores the Darker Nuances of Sibling Relationships

Courtney Marsh's Where Did the Adults Go? explores three siblings' journeys through grief, loss, and the complexities of adulthood. Read on for our review of the film

Two people stand outdoors facing each other closely. A woman in a yellow puffer jacket and hoop earrings looks at a man in a dark jacket, with bare tree branches and a hazy city skyline in the background.
August 17, 2026August 17, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Films, Review

‘Step Back, Doors Closing’ is a Classic Meet-Cute Movie

Step Back, Doors Closing pays proper homage to the rom-com with a tale of two strangers falling in love over a magical night of sightseeing. Read on for our review!

Indie Darling by Lauren Nossett
June 22, 2026June 22, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

‘Indie Darling’ Introduces Us to a Delightful Dolly Parton–Loving Detective

Part mystery, part meditation on the demands of the music industry, Indie Darling by Lauren Nossett is a fresh addition to the private detective genre.

The Vampire Lestat — Sam Reid as Lestat de Lioncourt (Photo courtesy of AMC)
June 3, 2026June 4, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Review, TV

‘The Vampire Lestat’ Undergoes an Unnerving Revamp for Season 3

The Vampire Lestat plunges a dagger into the heart of its former title with showmanship and sheer chaos. Read on for our spoiler-free review of the premiere!

When We Spoke to the Dead: How Ghosts Gave American Women Their Voice by Ilise S. Carter
May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

When We Spoke to the Dead: How Ghosts Gave American Women Their Voice — Review

When We Spoke to the Dead: How Ghosts Gave American Women Their Voice by Ilise S. Carter is a spirited deep dive into the macabre movement of spiritualism and its feminist origins. Check out our review!

People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young
May 5, 2026May 5, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

‘People Watching’ by Hannah Bonam-Young is the Weakest Link — Review

People Watching by Hannah Bonam-Young struggles to sell us on its problematic character dynamics and steamy scenes. Read on for our review!

The Book of Blood and Roses by Annie Summerlee
May 3, 2026May 3, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Books, Review

The Book of Blood and Roses Review: A Seductive Supernatural Romance

The Book of Blood and Roses by Annie Summerlee crafts a seductive adventure into the heart of paranormal academia. Read on for our review!

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 Alicia Gilstorf Hockey, News

They Won Gold — Yet the USA Men’s Hockey Team Were the Biggest Losers of the 2026 Winter Olympics

The US Men's Hockey team celebrated their Olympic win over Canada. But their political-drenched celebrations overshadowed victory, sparking criticism from fed-up hockey fans.

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