Movies - Nov. 17, 2008
Bunker's "The Albatross" completes the "Trilogy of Light"
This Thursday, the Oriental Theatre hosts the premiere of Milwaukee filmmaker Tate Bunker's latest short, "The Albatross." Combined with two award winning recent shorts, "Perceval" and "Starlight," Bunker is calling Thursday's event the "Trilogy of Light."
Tags: the albatross, perceval, starlight, tate bunker, oriental theater, trilogy of light, Milwaukee film festival

Movies - Nov. 5, 2008
One couple's "Song Sung Blue"
"Song Sung Blue" tells the story of Lightning and Thunder, a local singing duo epitomizing the ultimate in impersonation; shows combining hits by Neil Diamond, ABBA and Patsy Cline. Performing shows throughout the Midwest for nearly 30 years, Lightning and Thunder encapsulated both the perseverance of dedicated musicians and the struggle of working Americans.
Tags: Song sung blue, neil diamond, lightning and thunder, greg kohs, oriental theater, documentary film

Movies - March 28, 2008
Milwaukee-made "Tracks" makes its debut
The Milwaukee-made film "Tracks" debuts this Saturday on the East Side. With a low budget of $30,000 and a crew of only 12, screenwriter and director Josh Rosenberg produced this feature-length film boasting a local cast, local crew and local set.
Tags: tracks, josh rosenberg, oriental theater, independent film, filmmaker

Movies - Jan. 9, 2008
See "The Devil And Daniel Johnston" on the big screen
The Oriental Theater is screening Jeff Feauerzeig's award-winning documentary "The Devil And Daniel Johnston" on Monday, Jan. 14 at 7 p.m.
Tags: daniel johnston, the devil and daniel johnston, jeff feauerzeig, oriental theater, kurt cobain, turner ballroom

Milwaukee Buzz - April 13, 2007
Landmark Lanes weeks away from turning 80
To celebrate, Landmark is hosting a private 80th anniversary celebration and media event on Monday, April 23.
Tags: Landmark Lanes, Oriental Theater, Von Treir, East Side Milwaukee