Patches and I are watching GOOD BOY (now streaming on Shudder).

That time I saw Jimmy Cliff at Coachella on 4/20. R.I.P. youtu.be/Eun9Y_ydxyQ

Tonight I saw the lovely, hopeful film REBUILDING, featuring the fourth great performance by Josh O’Connor in a new film in just the past couple of months, followed by a Q&A with writer-director Max Walker-Silverman (whose last film was the lovely, hopeful A LOVE SONG).

Another week, another advance screening of WAKE UP DEAD MAN, this time an American Cinematheque screening in 35mm at the Aero Theatre, followed by a Q&A with writer-director Rian Johnson, moderated by director Karyn Kusama (GIRLFIGHT, JENNIFER’S BODY, DESTROYER).

Ventured out into the rainy L.A. night to see Joy Oladokun and Bartees Strange play at The Peppermint Club tonight.

Tonight’s American Cinematheque screening at the Aero Theatre was JAY KELLY in 35mm, followed by a Q&A with director Noah Baumbach.

From tonight’s WAKE UP DEAD MAN Q&A at the Nuart: moderator Steven Weintraub of Collider asked writer-director Rian Johnson to name his favorite movies from Martin Scorsese, Guillermo del Toro, and James Cameron.

Saw the great WAKE UP DEAD MAN tonight at the Nuart tonight. I have seen writer-director Rian Johnson do Q&As for all three Benoit Blanc mysteries.

It’s been more than 15 years since I’ve seen Neko Case outside of The New Pornographers. And opening for her was John Grant (my second time seeing him this year).

My second American Cinematheque screening of the day at the Aero Theatre was my second viewing of FRANKENSTEIN in 35mm, followed by my fifth Q&A with director Guillermo del Toro.

My first of two American Cinematheque screenings today at the Aero Theatre was COVER-UP, a new documentary about investigative journalist Seymour Hersh, followed by a Q&A with Oscar-winning director Laura Poitras (CITIZENFOUR, ALL THE BEAUTY AND THE BLOODSHED).

Saw the harrowing boxing biopic CHRISTY tonight with a Q&A with director David Michôd (ANIMAL KINGDOM, THE KING) and star Sydney Sweeney.

Tonight’s American Cinematheque screening at the Aero Theatre was the gorgeous TRAIN DREAMS in 35mm followed by a Q&A with director Clint Bentley, actors Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, and William H. Macy, and cinematographer Adolpho Veloso.

Finally got to see Robert Altman’s NASHVILLE on the big screen at an Academy Museum screening that was preceded by a Q&A with Jeff Goldblum (NASHVILLE was only his third onscreen acting role) moderated by screenwriter Larry Karaszewski.

Director/co-writer Joachim Trier and co-writer Eskil Vogt (THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD) flew in from Norway today and immediately came to Century City to do a Q&A after tonight’s screening of their wonderful new film SENTIMENTAL VALUE.

There are no kids at this Halloween evening screening of KPOP DEMON HUNTERS.

Italian master of horror Dario Argento was at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures tonight to present a screening of his classic 1975 giallo film DEEP RED (PROFONDO ROSSO), kicking off a film series honoring late special effects and make-up effects wizard Carlo Rambaldi.

Tonight’s American Cinematheque @amcinematheque.bsky.social screening at the Aero Theatre was BUGONIA, followed by a Q&A with director Yorgos Lanthimos and actor-producer Emma Stone. This was my third Q&A with Lanthimos!

@crobertcargill.bsky.social Somebody doesn’t want me to see BLACK PHONE 2. I had tickets to see it at my local @amctheatres.bsky.social on Monday night and then tonight, and both times I showed up to the theater only to find that the showings were canceled!

I already have tickets to a free screening of FRANKENSTEIN in a couple of weeks with a Q&A with Guillermo del Toro @realgdt.bsky.social but I just couldn’t wait.

Tonight at the Hollywood Bowl: The B-52’s and Devo co-headlining show!

Seeing one of my favorite bands, Elbow, for the eighth time (the fifth time at the Wiltern!). Their last show at the Wiltern in January 2020 was one of my last concerts before the COVID lockdown.

Tonight I saw TV On The Radio for the first time in 10 years at the Greek. They were on hiatus as a band from 2019 until last year.

Tonight’s American Cinematheque @amcinematheque.bsky.social screening was KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN followed by a Q&A with writer/director Bill Condon and costume designers (4-time Oscar winner) Colleen Atwood and Christine Cantella.

Just a 51-year-old man going alone to see Chappell Roan on a golf course with 40,000 other people.

The last thing I expected to see tonight: legendary Iranian director Jafar Panahi shooting the Beyond Fest @beyondfest.bsky.social tee-shirt cannon into the Aero Theatre audience. @amcinematheque.bsky.social

Once-in-a-lifetime event thanks to Beyond Fest @beyondfest.bsky.social: director Jafar Panahi is here for the first time since his 2010 arrest, imprisonment, and filmmaking ban by the Iranian government to present his Palme d’Or-winning thriller IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT. @amcinematheque.bsky.social

Tonight’s Beyond Fest @beyondfest.bsky.social screening at the Egyptian Theatre was the West Coast premiere of Aziz Ansari’s delightful feature film directing debut GOOD FORTUNE, followed by a Q&A with writer/ director/ producer/ star Aziz Ansari and co-star Seth Rogen @amcinematheque.bsky.social

This was my fourth Q&A with Guillermo del Toro. He’s practically the unofficial mascot of Beyond Fest @beyondfest.bsky.social

I’m spending the whole day at the Egyptian Theatre for a Beyond Fest @beyondfest.bsky.social triple-feature of CRIMSON PEAK, the black-and-white version of NIGHTMARE ALLEY, and THE SHAPE OF WATER, with a Q&A with director Guillermo del Toro @realgdt.bsky.social @amcinematheque.bsky.social

My second Beyond Fest @beyondfest screening was the US premiere of THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE (in 70mm!), a fascinating epic musical biopic of the woman who brought the Shaker religious movement to America in the 1770s. It was followed by a Q&A with director Mona Fastvold. @amcinematheque.bsky.social

Second viewing in IMAX at the AMC Century City.

Tonight I was reminded why I really shouldn’t wait another 14 years to see The Hold Steady again.

Tonight I’m seeing The Hold Steady for the first time in 14 years! I had a ticket to see them 3 years ago but came down with a bad cold the day before the show.

Today is the 50th anniversary of the release of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, and to celebrate the Academy Museum held a premiere screening of the beautiful new 4K restoration with executive producer Lou Adler and actors Barry Bostwick, Patricia Quinn, and Nell Campbell in attendance.

Kicking off my 2025 Beyond Fest at the Egyptian Theatre with GOOD BOY, a haunted house horror film seen from the point of view of a dog. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Ben Leonberg, actor Shane Jensen, and star Indy the Dog.

Spending a dreamy evening at the Hollywood Bowl with French duo Air, who are performing their album “Moon Safari” accompanied by an orchestra.

A couple of minutes of Nine Inch Nails for your enjoyment.

On the day that Nine Inch Nails’ awesome soundtrack album for TRON: ARES was released, and almost exactly 3 years after I last saw them at the Primavera Sound LA festival, I’m seeing them at the Kia Forum.

Seeing The Who on their farewell tour at the Hollywood Bowl. I got my ticket for $30!

Saw the wonderful indie romantic comedy THE BALTIMORONS tonight at the AMC Century City followed by a Q&A with writer-director Jay Duplass and writer-star Michael Strassner, moderated by Katie Walsh.

We went to see DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE tonight at the AMC Century City. It was followed by a Q&A with actors Joanne Froggatt (Anna) and Allen Leech (Tom).

From tonight’s premiere of THE LONG WALK at the Egyptian Theatre: screenwriter JT Mollner, producer Roy Lee, and actors Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson, Garrett Wareing, Charlie Plummer, Ben Wang, Judy Greer, Mark Hamill, Roman Griffin Davis, Joshua Odjick, Tut Nyuot, and Jordan Gonzalez.

Actors David Jonsson and Cooper Hoffman introducing tonight’s American Cinematheque/ Beyond Fest premiere of THE LONG WALK at the Egyptian Theatre.

Today the American Cinematheque had a screening of the first episode of the new Apple TV+ miniseries THE SAVANT, followed by a Q&A with star and executive producer Jessica Chastain, who ended the Q&A by declaring her love for the Aero Theatre.

At the Greek to see The Flaming Lips and Modest Mouse play a co-headlining show!

Tonight I got to see an advance screening of Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut ELEANOR THE GREAT at the Museum of Tolerance, followed by a Q&A with star June Squibb.

Letterboxd @letterboxd.social reminding me what movies I watched 40 years ago this week (WHAT’S UP, DOC? twice!)

My newest LEGO build is a 1,343-piece Minifigure Vending Machine. Insert a LEGO coin, turn the knob, and it dispenses a ball of minifigure pieces.

Patches is having a very mellow #NationalDogDay