Attention Must Be Paid: Edith Evanson
If Thelma Ritter is the patron saint of this column—and really, how could she not…
Disney Byways: “Donald’s Diary”
Okay, so “canon” is a weird concept at the best of times when it comes…
The Best Original Songs of 2022, according to the Academy
Greetings, music-loving Soluters! (and music haters, as well) This year, as a change of pace,…
Stuff My Kids Watch: Oscarpalooza Junior
Long before the kids were born, I started what I call “Oscarpalooza.” Starting with the…
A Collection Of Quotes I Like, Volume III
“You know, Mandrake, I happen to believe in a life after this one. I know…
Celebrating the Living: Adrienne Barbeau
We are never going to come to the end of Catwomen. For one thing, Anne…
Attention Must Be Paid: Robert Quarry
One of these days, I will do the research necessary to really discuss the concept…
Disney Byways: Minnie Mouse
A Google image search for Mickey Mouse brings up stills from “Steamboat Willie,” the statue…
Furnace by Livia Llewellyn – The Solute Book Club
The last story in Furnace, “The Unattainable,” isn’t a horror story like the other in…
“Never create anything […] It will chain you and follow you for the rest of your life.” – A Star Is Born (Year Of The Month)
Note: originally, I promised to write about Saratoga. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find it, and I’ve already written…