Film Review | ‘September 5’, Breaking News, Broken Worlds
The superb ‘September 5’ chronicles the Munich Olympics tragedy from the ABC control room, raising questions about the media’s role.
Josef Woodard
Recent Stories
Paving the Way for SBIFF at 40
The Santa Barbara International Film Festival unveils its 40th edition, and its official poster.
Essay | Wild at Heart and Head, for the Ages
Our film critic, Josef Woodard, shares some memories of the great American cinematic renegade David Lynch.
Latin American Musical Parade Story Continues
Nearing its 20th anniversary, the cherished ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! series continues this week with free concerts by Grammy-winning La Santa Cecilia.
Teen Tchaikovsky Sensation, All Grown Up and Headed to the Hahn
Young Russian piano sensation Alexander Malofeev is next in Arts & Lectures’ “Hear & Now” series in Santa Barbara.
ON the Beat | Singed by Tragedy, Diving into Mozartmania
In the wake of the tragic Los Angeles fires, the Santa Barbara Symphony’s Mozart-packed weekend offers escape, and a stage for its L.A. musician-fortified ranks.
Art Review | Every Picture Telling Stories
Rare photography survey at Sullivan Goss eyes the human and celebrity condition.
Serious Musical Week Melts into a Serious Winter and Beyond
Life in the classical and jazz concert scene in Santa Barbara heats up this week, and this winter.
ON the Beat | Wrapping Up Loose, Noteworthy Year-end Ends
The columnist dips into notebook for shows as-yet uncovered, indulges in further list-o-mania.
Film Review | Power Play Stationing
‘Babygirl’ showcases Nicole Kidman’s expertise in carnally knowing roles, with power and gender themes in the margins.
