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This Weekend Cinematic Treats From Around The Globe

Oct. 28: By Beth Accomando

It’s all treats and no tricks in theaters as we head toward Halloween. In addition to "The Lighthouse" opening this week you can also find Bong Joon Ho's latest film "Parasite" and a historical drama about Edison, Westinghouse and Tesla called "The Current War." Plus you can still catch Pedro Almodovar's "Pain and Glory."

Cinema Junkie Episode 181: 'The Lighthouse' And 'Jojo Rabbit'

Oct. 25: By Beth Accomando

"The Lighthouse" and "Jojo Rabbit" are new releases that have generated a lot of buzz because of the talented people involved. I speak with director Robert Eggers about "The Lighthouse" and actor Stephen Merchant about Takia Waititi's "Jojo Rabbit."

Let 'Toxic Avenger' Rip Your Heart Out At New Village Arts

Oct. 25: By Beth Accomando, Kurt Kohnen, Roland Lizarondo

This weekend music lovers can choose between San Diego Opera’s "Aida" and New Village Arts’ "Toxic Avenger The Musical."

Director Of 'The Witch' Delivers New Tale Of Dread With 'The Lighthouse'

Oct. 24: By Beth Accomando

Robert Eggers scored a hit with his debut film “The Witch” in 2015. He returns to his New England haunts for this year’s “The Lighthouse” and it’s every bit as good as his first film.

Digital Gym Cinema Serves Up Indie Horror Trio For Halloween Week

Oct. 24: By Beth Accomando

Just in time for Halloween, Digital Gym Cinema is showcasing a trio of indie horror films, and we separate the tricks from the treats. Blood and bodily fluids flow freely in these films. You have been warned.

San Diego Opera General Director Previews 2019-2020 Season

Oct. 21: By Beth Accomando

The 2019-20 San Diego Opera season opened with "Aida" over the weekend. General Director David Bennett previews the upcoming season.

San Diego Opera Opens New Season With 'Aida'

Oct. 18: By Beth Accomando

San Diego Opera launches its 2019-2020 season with a well-proven grand opera from Verdi. But this production of "Aida" tries something different.

San Diego Italian Film Festival Celebrates 13th Year And New Executive Director

Oct. 15: By Beth Accomando

San Diego Italian Film Festival kicks off its 13th year at the Museum of Photographic Arts with a madcap murder mystery and new leadership. Here's a preview.

Adobe Chapel Provides Perfect Setting For Poefest

Oct. 11: By Beth Accomando

"Write Out Loud" is hosting another Poefest at the Adobe Chapel in Old Town on Fridays and Saturdays through October.

Hola Mexico Film Festival Returns To Digital Gym Cinema

Oct. 10: By Beth Accomando

This year's Hola Mexico Film Festival Tour 2019 features nine of Mexico's popular films and art house releases.

OnStage Playhouse Brings 'Carrie: The Musical' Back To Life

Oct. 7: By Beth Accomando, Roland Lizarondo

October is the month of Halloween and OnStage Playhouse in Chula Vista has a production of "Carrie The Musical" to fit the season.

Celebrity Sonnets And Speeches Focus On Shakespeare's Women

Oct. 7: By Beth Accomando

The San Diego Shakespeare Society holds its Celebrity Sonnets at 7:30 p.m., Monday at the Old Globe Theatre.

Finding 'First Love' In The Midst Of A Violent World

Oct. 4: By Beth Accomando

"First Love" (ends tonight at Landmark's Ken Cinema) is a deliberately deceptive title for the latest film from Japan’s prolific filmmaker Takashi Miike.

Herbert Sigüenza's 'Bad Hombres/Good Wives' Premiers At San Diego REP

Oct. 2: By Beth Accomando

What do you get when you mix "The Importance of Being Earnest," "The School for Wives," a narco telenovela and lots of banda songs to sing along to? "Bad Hombres/Good Wives" at San Diego REP.