Stoppard’s ‘The Hard Problem’ has problems
Tom Stoppard, one of the most acclaimed living playwrights, jokes about being “the house playwright” for the American Conservatory Theater. Program notes inform me that…
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Zella Day interview, concert highlights including “Mustang Kids” (Video)
Stark Insider is all about West Coast music, indie film, wine country and a bit of wanderlust. Subscribe to us on YouTube, San Francisco’s largest…
‘The Natives are Restless’ a stirring visit to Hawai’ian culture
Nā Lei Hulu I Ka Wēkiu showcases the latest developments in hula dance and Hawai’ian political activism.
Top 10: Best underrated horror films that don’t rely on jump scares
It’s been a good past year or two for the horror genre. Plenty of innovative, multi-layered films like A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night,…
Lion, Moonlight, Loving win over audiences at Mill Valley Film Festival
At the Mill Valley Film Festival "quality is paramount." Here is a list of this year's audience favorites.
It’s a Wrap: Mill Valley Film Festival 39 celebrates closing night with class, poignant ‘Loving’
16 days of indie film, engaging discussions, and -- yes! -- amazing after parties. A recap of MVFF 39.
James Franco, Lola Sultan talk ‘In Dubious Battle’, mud and Franco possibly being a “goofball” (Video)
Stark Insider continues its ongoing coverage of the Mill Valley Film Festival (MVFF) with an interview with James Franco and Lola Sultan at the screening of…
Nicole Kidman lights up Mill Valley, talks ‘LION’ & importance of human connection, mothers (Video)
Stark Insider is a media sponsor of Mill Valley Film Festival (MVFF) 39. Don’t miss a thing. Get your iPad, iPhone, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast,…
Gael García Bernal, thriller ‘Neruda’ win over fans at Mill Valley Film Festival
Gael García Bernal once again charmed the house. The Mexican actor was in town to attend the opening of his latest film, Neruda, at the…