My favorite movie moments: ‘The Man Who Knew Too Much’
Why not share a favorite movie moment? Maybe you’ll agree, or have your own memorable ones. Hitchcock is one of my all-time favorites. Everything about…
Culture
Explore San Francisco and Bay Area culture through theater reviews, film, contemporary art, and creative events. Featuring original artwork by Loni Stark, film reviews by Jeanne Powell, and insights by ATCA member Clinton Stark.
‘The Dark Knight’ combines epic storytelling, visceral action and Joker redux
Almost 20 years ago, Jack Nicholson, dressed in outlandish purples, greens with an electronic Prince soundtrack thumping in the background bellowed “Wait’ll they get a…
‘The Witch of Portobello’ book review
The Witch of Portobello by Paulo Coelho 268 pages Stark Insider Rating: 9 out of 10 Buy: Amazon This is the second novel I’ve read…
Nirvana Aveda Concept Salon in Los Gatos: Sheer hair bliss
Because I like my hair low maintenance, it does mean I lean heavily on hair stylists to give me a style that will look professional…
All Things Canadian: The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
The scallops were cooked to perfection.
In Review: ‘Groundhog Day’ reveals the meaning of life in a single day
‘Groundhog Day’ is like a simple magic trick with three parts that will leave you titillated. The pledge (where the magician shows you something ordinary)…
Ready for some holiday cheer? All aboard the Niles Canyon Railway Train of Lights
If you are looking to jump start your holiday with some Christmas cheer, the "Train of Lights" is a surefire remedy.
In Review: ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’ provides some unforgettable laughs
This past Friday was movie night again. It was a toss up between ‘The Dark Knight’ (the latest in the Batman movie series) or ‘Forgetting…
Holiday Gift Guide: What not to get your child
A while back, I wrote an entry on some of my recommendations on gifts for children (Holiday Gift Idea: Gifts that keep on giving… for…
Holiday Gift Idea: Gifts that keep on giving… for children only
I feel like I'm about to embark on an "eat your vegetables" type blog entry. However, with all the gift ideas being vetted on StarkSilverCreek,...