If "Amreeka" seems like a formulaic movie "“ featuring the at times dismal, but ultimately hopeful tale of immigrants making their way to America in the hopes of forging better lives "“ that's because it is. Read more...

This was the rare concert in which it was completely worth sitting through two painful hours of opening acts just to see the headliner. Read more...

Like many documentaries about the environment, Laura Gabbert and Justin Schein's "No Impact Man" explores the relationship between man and his environment in a way that involves more showing than telling. Read more...

Now in its 25th year, Street Scene is a smaller, quieter version of itself. Once an annual three-day 21-and-up party, it is now a two-day, all-ages event held against the urban backdrop of downtown San Diego. Read more...

Just a few years ago, Shane Acker was animating the Eye of Sauron, sending its gaze after Elijah Wood's Frodo Baggins in the "Lord of the Rings" films. Read more...

Located in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, the Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival was a joyous celebration of music headlined by Tenacious D, Dave Matthews Band and Pearl Jam. Its eco-friendly message and colorful lineup of exhilarating talent set it apart from ordinary music festivals. Read more...

I admit that after hearing about Katy Perry's past live shows, I didn't expect a groundbreaking performance. Read more...