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Ain’t Them Bodies Saints

Make no mistake; Ain’t Them Bodies Saints is not as ambiguous as its title suggests. While it is indeed a work shrouded in murky atmosphere and high-minded poetry, at its core, David Lowery’s directorial breakthrough remains a classic tale of love, bondage and promises kept. Lowery tells his story with a lens so creatively visionary […]

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One in the Chamber

Gooding is Ray Carver, a fixer who “solves” disputes between mob families. He also narrates from the start, so you know on whose side the movie stands; however, his softly spoken platitudes like “The past is the devil. You can’t run from it. It’s always behind you” put me squarely on the opposite side. Meanwhile, […]

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Plaza, sweet

The past two years have been a turning point for the arts district, largely spurred by the Lyric Theatre’s decision to save an old cinema in a hard-luck part of town. “It’s a hidden gem because once people see it, people say, ‘I didn’t even know this was here,’” said Mike Turpen, an Oklahoma City […]

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Have an inkling

Once you decide on the reflection of your personal tastes and how you want to brand yourself, it’s time to embark on the journey of putting it all together, whether that’s specific clothing, a hairstyle, accessories or using your body as an artistic canvas. When you’re considering the addition of a permanent piece to your […]

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