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The anime medium is hardly limited to TV series, showcasing an abundant selection of cinematic masterpieces in all genres. Similarly, these movies aren’t exclusively appealing to anime fans, and any admirer of cinema could find an anime film they’d appreciate. In fact, feature-length anime titles are one of the easiest gateways into the medium, allowing newcomers to grasp anime’s appeal and potential without daunting time commitments. Some of the most universally acclaimed anime projects, from Studio Ghibli’s awe-inspiring catalog to all-time classics like Akira and Ghost in the Shell, are movies beloved by anime fans and regular cinephiles alike. From niche cult classics to industry-defining hits, the best anime movies of all time should be on every movie buff’s watchlist, regardless o...

Gabe’s specifically feels like a hotspot for Gephart because of its rich history of supporting local musicians, with the venue’s weekly calendar always full.Gephart emphasized how inspiring it feels for him to play on a stage where other famous bands, such as Nirvana or The Smashing Pumpkins, also played. “Everyone’s favorite band was a local band at one point,” he said.Two members of the band Dark Agenda, Joshua Ludley and Jesse Albaugh, also played during live sets at Gabe’s. Ludley, in particular, saw one of his first live shows there.“I remember being 16 years old going up to Gabe’s,” Ludley said. “Anytime they’d have something there, we’d go up there.”The two members met in 2015 and established the band in Anamosa, Iowa. Since 2018, Dark Agenda has expanded and performed throughout Io...

Casinos operate around the clock and every detail matters when creating an unforgettable guest experience. Yet one area often overlooked is the restroom, where cleanliness, efficiency, and design all contribute to how guests perceive your brand, said Debbie Frangie, global marketing officer for Excel Hand Dryers. “Paper towels, messy counters, and constant maintenance can quickly turn a high-end facility into a costly challenge,” Frangie said. “That’s where Excel Hand Dryers come in, offering high-performance sustainable solutions that reduce costs and elevate restroom aesthetics.” Between constant restocking, overflowing trash, and janitorial labor, paper towels are a never-ending expense. By replacing paper towels with XLERATOR Hand Dryers, casinos can reduce restroom operating costs by ...

Movies are a beautiful art, and the best way to experience them is in a large dark room, on a big screen at loud volumes, and surrounded by a crowd of complete strangers.  But in recent years, I’ve noticed an increase in bad manners at theaters. At a time when streaming services are threatening to put the entire movie exhibition industry at risk, every movie theater attendee needs to put in the work to keep these cinema monuments a destination for film fans.  Even though I go to movie theaters a freakish amount compared to the average theater-goer – once a week since I was a kid – sometimes I’d rather watch something at home just because I’m worried about the audience’s behavior.  Any time I see someone pull a sneaky, “half-out of the pocket time check” with their phone on full brightness...

Fans of the Santa Rosa Symphony and its music director, Francesco Lecce-Chong, will have a chance to see the orchestra’s musicians from a fresh vantage point this weekend as they inaugurate a new chamber music series at the Brannan Center in Calistoga. The series begins Saturday and Sunday with two ambitious concerts featuring all six of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos, performed by 20 musicians, including Lecce-Chong on harpsichord. It will return in February 2026 with a family-friendly performance of Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf,” and again in May 2026 with “The American Sound,” a program marking the nation’s 250th birthday. “What I’m hoping for this season is to show three different ways that our orchestra could present ourselves in smaller ensembles,” Lecce-Chong said in a phone interv...

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 8:29 PM Image aggregated from W Journal. W Journal Email, LinkedIn, and more Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort celebrates its seventeenth anniversary, marked by a $9.7M renovation by Paulson Puerto Rico, solidifying its position as a first-class entertainment center that integrates a variety of experiences designed to meet the demands of an ever-evolving market. The celebration, which included a discussion between Rolando Paulson, President of Paulson Puerto Rico, Juan Carlos Santaella, Esq., Director of the Gaming Commission, and Sigfrido De Jesús, General Manager of Casino del Mar, and was accompanied by a ribbon-cutting cere...

Pete Schwaba dives into a lively mix of topics from gym routines to the intricacies of Wisconsin's moveover law. A spirited debate unfolds about the sci-fi series 'Pluribus,' with Schwaba captivated by its thrilling pilot. Rob Thomas, Madison's film critic, discusses the quirky holiday shows in Madison, including a burlesque Die Hard. Thomas finds the second installment of 'Wicked' more engaging, with standout performances by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. The episode also highlights the enduring charm of Madison's Four Star Video and includes a shoutout to Schwaba's upcoming film screening. ! Nite Lite with Pete Schwaba is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 5-8 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a singl...

NASHVILLE -- Walk down Broadway in downtown Nashville at any time of the day or night and you'll hear music blasting from practically every establishment. Singers, songwriters and musicians, all doing what they love and hoping their music will reach a wide audience.Allie Colleen is one of those artists. Music has been her lifeblood, her passion since she was a child. And she's been listening and learning from the best ever since."I think it was Jo Dee Messina. It was Christina Aguilera, it was Kelly Clarkson, it was Amy Lee from Evanescence, I just want to be the Amy Lee of country so bad! That's what I want to do," Colleen told On The Red Carpet."I hope to take over the world in my life but I am still grateful every year to be doing some things."Colleen has been doing plenty of things, in...

Meeting in Cheyenne on Tuesday, the legislative Management Council advanced five bills aimed at reining in slot-machine-like gaming in Wyoming.If the current drafts become law in the legislative session that opens Feb. 9, the bills would provide prosecutors more power to charge gambling crimes and strengthen penalties against money laundering while also giving local governments more authority to oversee simulcasting and horse-racing terminals.The prevailing sentiment from the Wyoming legislature’s administrative arm Tuesday was that slot-machine-like gaming in Wyoming has exploded, needs more regulation and threatens the quaint diversity of small towns.The industry players, conversely, pointed to the jobs and revenues they generate, the live horse racing events that the HHR machines suppor...

Cinema often holds a mirror to reality, weaving truths of the past and present into stories that captivate, entertain, and move audiences.On a story level, a film can mean one thing, but often, underneath that, there are layers of inspiration from real-life stories. As audiences, we are moved by movies as we watch them, frequently unaware of the deeper meanings that we consume subliminally. This is what's called an allegory.This list uncovers seven films that masterfully disguise real-life events to create compelling stories that entertained us, moved us, and also raised important questions. Let’s jump right in. Understanding A Movie Allegory A movie allegory is a storytelling technique where a film’s narrative, characters, or setting symbolically represent either real events, social issue...