There is no joy in Mudbugville. For now.
A heartfelt ode to the Black and Gold — fans and players alike — after a memorable heartbreak.… Read More There is no joy in Mudbugville. For now.
Month: June 2019
The Allies’ secret weapon in World War II? This guy.
Part of NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune’s “300 for 300” celebration of the tricentennial of New Orleans.… Read More The Allies’ secret weapon in World War II? This guy.
Drew Brees isn’t the only one breaking records. So are Saints fans.
Throughout the 2018 season, the Who Dat Nation has been repeatedly resetting ratings benchmarks.… Read More Drew Brees isn’t the only one breaking records. So are Saints fans.
The last gasp of Storyville, in a single New Orleans photo
In a very real way, this photo — showing crews demolishing the old Southern Railway Terminal at Canal and Basin streets — represents the end of an era in New Orleans.… Read More The last gasp of Storyville, in a single New Orleans photo
‘Fury’ movie review: Brad Pitt’s WWII tank drama is intense, brutal — and riveting
David Ayer directs a film that plays like “Das Boot” with treads.… Read More ‘Fury’ movie review: Brad Pitt’s WWII tank drama is intense, brutal — and riveting
Your job isn’t over yet, Who Dat Nation
There’s nothing fans can do to change the outcome of Sunday’s game, but they can still send a loud and clear message to the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell.… Read More Your job isn’t over yet, Who Dat Nation
For ‘Jungle Book’ purists, you just can’t spell primate without ‘Prima’
New Orleans musician and personality Louis Prima was the original king of the swingers in the Disney classic.… Read More For ‘Jungle Book’ purists, you just can’t spell primate without ‘Prima’
‘Chef’ director Jon Favreau embraces sights, sounds of New Orleans
In his film, his main character undergoes a spiritual rebirth. So, naturally, he chose the Crescent City as its backdrop.… Read More ‘Chef’ director Jon Favreau embraces sights, sounds of New Orleans
‘Chef’ movie review: Jon Favreau cooks up a foodie’s delight
Geographically, Jon Favreau’s “Chef” spends only about 20 minutes of screen time in New Orleans. Maybe less. But spiritually, it feels as if it plays out entirely between the levees.… Read More ‘Chef’ movie review: Jon Favreau cooks up a foodie’s delight
‘Deepwater Horizon’ director Peter Berg aims for authenticity in what he describes as a tale of heroism
“If we cannot provide a human experience for an audience, there’s no reason to make this film.”… Read More ‘Deepwater Horizon’ director Peter Berg aims for authenticity in what he describes as a tale of heroism
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