Erin Maxwell

Jan 17, 2025 | villagevoice.com | Erin Maxwell |R.C. Baker |Gideon Leek

Director, writer, and artist David Lynch, who transformed the film landscape with his surrealistic vision and ethereal aesthetic, has passed away at the age of 78. The filmmaker is best known for his films Blue Velvet (1986), Mulholland Drive (2001), Eraserhead (1977), and The Elephant Man (1980), for which he was nominated for an Oscar for Best Director. He will also be remembered for his work with Mark Frost on the landmark television series Twin Peaks.

Dec 3, 2024 | villagevoice.com | Erin Maxwell |R.C. Baker |Peter Noel |Michael Nirenberg

There is nothing better than getting behind an underdog and watching a scrappy underachiever achieve the impossible. But what if that underdog is less than scrupulous? Perhaps a little devious? How about downright evil? Will audiences still root for the dark horse to win? The best television shows of 2024 were mostly character-driven pieces that seemed to focus on ambiguous figures who occupied morally gray areas.

Nov 20, 2024 | villagevoice.com | Erin Maxwell |R.C. Baker |Peter Noel |Michael Nirenberg

The spice must flow, and so shall the world of Dune, as the landmark franchise expands its horizons with Dune: Prophecy, a prequel series that focuses on the ever-present religious order of the Bene Gesserit. With the series, HBO rolls out the next wave of prestige entertainment by continuing the epic known to contemporary audiences through Denis Villeneuve’s current run of Dune movies. Inspired by Sisterhood of Dune by Brian Herbert and Kevin J.

Oct 21, 2024 | villagevoice.com | Erin Maxwell |R.C. Baker

Ghosts, ghouls and ghastly goblins are aiming to scare the bejesus out of folks this spooky season. But not all monsters lurk in dark alleys or haunted houses. Sometimes they thrive in online fansites, studio sets, or within the hearts of coworkers. In this trio of UnBinged treats, the dark side of the entertainment industry comes into focus as it becomes clear that monsters can come in all shapes, sizes and three-piece suits.

Oct 18, 2024 | laweekly.com | Erin Maxwell

Ghosts, ghouls and ghastly goblins are aiming to scare the bejesus out of folks this spooky season. But not all monsters lurk in dark alleys or haunted houses. Sometimes they thrive in online fansites, studio sets or within the hearts of coworkers. In this trio of UnBinged treats, the dark side of the entertainment industry comes into focus as it becomes clear that monsters can come in all shapes, sizes and three-piece suits.