E. J. O. Cruxton
Come From Away
Down in London for a new musical, Come From Away proves a powerful experience.
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An Arts Review
Welcome to the blog of author and composer E. J. O. Cruxton. The aim of is to provide a biweekly review of various aspects of the arts. This will vary between films, TV shows, books, albums, gallery visits, theatrical productions, and anything else considered an art form.
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E. J. O. Cruxton
Animation Wednesday: The Croods 2 / Space Jam 2
A delve into to animated sequels, of diminishing quality!
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In the Heights
Looking at how Lin-Manuel Miranda's first show, now a film, stacks up next to Hamilton.
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Rebel Cities
A first exploration of historical non-fiction, exploring Paris, London, and New York in the age of revolutionaries.
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The Father
Looking at Zeller's The Father, its use of disorientation to describe dementia, and the brilliance of Sir Anthony Hopkins
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The French Connection
All Popeye - No Spinach 5/5 Spoilers There are some great films that many people imply to have seen though over-exuberant conversations...
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The Boys - Omnibus - Volumes 1 & 2
Bringing the Graphic to the Novel 4/5 Spoilers Any regular readers of my reviews may have gotten the impression that I approach all...
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Scoob!
An Ode to the Canine 3/5 Spoilers A week ago I posted a review of Zack Snyder's Justice League. As I made the point then, the successes...
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Assassin's Creed: Origins
Revenge! 5/5 Spoilers It may come as a surprise to you, dear reader, but I think in youthful American social circles I would be classed...
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Justice League: The Snyder Cut
When a Series Would be Better than a Film 4/5 Spoilers During April's film frenzy, Mrs. C. and I took up a free trial NOW TV. Generally,...
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Nomadland
The Surprising Faces of Community 5/5 Spoilers It has been just over a week since I awoke to see that my sense of detachment from this...
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Star Trek: The Original Series
How Boldly Did They Go? 3/5 Spoilers As mentioned in a previous blog, Mrs. C. and I have a TV watching agreement. In return for watching...
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Schitts' Creek
A Love Letter 5/5 Spoilers Dear Schitts' Creek, When I saw your crude name appear amidst the 'now on Netflix' menu some seasons ago, I...
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The Margaret Kerr Series
The Mysterious Case of the Missing Mystery 3/5 Spoilers My family will tell you that I've lately picked up a knack for not checking...
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93rd Academy Awards
The Cruxton Selection Spoilers Alongside Christmas, summer beer season, and my birthday, Oscars Season is one of my favourite times of...
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The Falcon and Winter Soldier
What lies beneath the settled dirt? 4/5 Spoilers Imagine the scenario: you have created one of the biggest and most successful franchises...
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