The Tangential

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Unfortunately, the new biopic fails Tammy Faye as a character: we see the tragedy of her story, but not her complexity as a person.

Like its pilot hero, this debut novel by former flight attendant T.J. Newman makes a promise and aims to keep it.

Though uneven, “Aquelarres” marks a welcome stage in the gradual return of live independent theater in all its wonderful weirdness.

Cavan Scott does for the High Republic what Episode IV did for the original Star Wars series: pushing the frontiers of a fantastic world.

“NASA Space Shuttle” is a fascinating time capsule and a reminder of a strange, wonderful period in the history of space exploration.

In one of Minnesota’s first indoor productions since the pandemic struck, Theatre Elision presents an atmospheric a capella musical.

“Heatwave” is an impressively cinematic book for one so interior; we see its adolescent protagonist from both inside and out.

Believe the hype: “The Other Black Girl” is a richly realized journey into uncomfortable places, and you’ll be rooting for its heroine.

“Magnetic North” expands our understanding of the complex dynamics behind landscapes that once appeared simple pleasures.

Karen Tumulty’s book suggests that perhaps the best way to tell the story of the Reagan years is not through Ronnie’s eyes, but Nancy’s.

Three new titles dwell on the demise of the Galactic Empire; turn back to the Jedi Order’s glorious past; and head out beyond known space.

Jan Schwochow’s ‘The World Explained’ is an incredible journey, demonstrating the growing fascination of infographics.