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<strong>&ldquo;Friendship&rdquo; stars Tim Robinson, left, and Paul Rudd.</strong> (Courtesy A24)&nbsp;Visual Arts

Memphis Movies This Week: A ‘Mission’ for ‘Friendship’

Is going to the movies about popcorn escapism or sitting in discomfort? Plus, “Karate Kid: Legends” brings back Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan, together. 

By Chris Herrington 21 hours ago
Visual Arts

Memphis art scene heats up with Southern summers, swamp studies

As temperatures rise, June comes with new art exhibitions across Memphis that explore the Ghost River, blend Southern culture with iconic Japanese imagery and highlight metal artistry.

By Elle Perry 8 hours ago
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Move over, Hollywood: DeSoto County’s movie scene is on the rise

A new independent film festival begins next month featuring local talent from Memphis and Mississippi, an avenue for filmmakers to present their work.

By Brandon LaGrone II May 27, 2025
Premium Visual Arts

A long-gone look: Let’s all go to the drive-in

“There was a time when drive-in movie theaters — Bellevue, Jaxon, Sky-Vue — were all around town. But you have to be of a certain age to remember where they were.”

By Clay Bailey May 26, 2025

  • Arts & Culture

    Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Mission,’ ‘Friendship,’ and ‘Mildred Pierce’

    If you’ve seen each of the previous seven installments of the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, which first descended — from cables into a CIA vault — there’s no way you won’t be completing the mission.

    By Chris Herrington May 20, 2025
  • Premium Arts & Culture

    ‘Movie night for the whole city’ coming to a screen near you

    With concessions curated by the chefs at Kinfolk, Hard Times Deli and Comeback Coffee, photo installations and a 40-foot screen, there’s a new club in town, and it’s all about bringing the community to the movies. 

    By Kelsey Bowen May 19, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    ‘Secret Mall Apartment’ film is ‘highly recommended’

    Other movies making a comeback this week are “North by Northwest,” “The Wiz” and “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.” 

    By Chris Herrington May 16, 2025
  • Premium Real Estate

    Iconic blue dog paintings replaced

    The owners of Union Centre changed the iconic blue dog art in late April. Only one blue dog painting remains on the building. 

    By Dima Amro May 16, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: a timely return of ‘Conclave,’ ‘Black Bag’ recommended

    Also notable, “Shadow Force,” an action thriller about an estranged couple who are former special ops soldiers who go on the run with their son, is a new release this week.

    By Chris Herrington May 06, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Chalkfest brings out the child in everyone

    Chalkfest drew hundreds to the Brooks Museum of Art in Overton Park, as Memphians took advantage of a sunny afternoon to have fun at outdoor events around town.

    By Jody Callahan May 04, 2025
  • Update Visual Arts

    Memphis May art exhibitions feature AAPI, youth artists

    In May, Memphis art exhibitions are showcasing youth and Asian American and Pacific Islander artists.

    By Elle Perry May 06, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: Marvel tries again with ‘Thunderbolts*'

    Also, comedy classic “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” returns for a 50th anniversary big screen revival at several local theaters. 

    By Chris Herrington April 29, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Lamar Sorrento paints world only way he knows how

    “Some people, their goal in life is to be their authentic selves. Most people never get there,” said a longtime friend. “(Lamar Sorrento’s) gotten there and gone past it, I think.”

    By Jane Roberts May 01, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: Go see ‘Sinners’ on the big screen

    Believe the buzz; “Sinners” demands to be seen with the best sound and image quality you can find.

    By Chris Herrington April 22, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Renasant Convention Center showcases artists in rotating exhibits

    The Renasant Convention Center is putting the work of local artists on display to its 450,000 annual visitors.

    By Elle Perry April 20, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Famed game-show host, Jackson native Wink Martindale dies

    Born Winston Conrad Martindale on Dec. 4, 1933, in Jackson, Tennessee, Wink Martindale began as a radio DJ, but became famous hosting TV game shows like “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough.”

    By The Associated Press April 16, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Sinners’ gets movie year going; Drive-In returns

    Advance word on “Sinners,” which incorporates the contributions of many Memphis-area musicians, is very strong.

    By Chris Herrington April 20, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis, Mississippi play key role in new Michael B. Jordan vampire film

    “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler and actor Michael B. Jordan collaborate again in “Sinners,” where blues music and Memphis musicians play a major role.

    By Elle Perry May 02, 2025
  • Financial Services

    Orion Federal Credit Union unveils new name

    The newly renamed Orion Financial is the Mid-South’s largest credit union with 70,000 members and more than $1.2 billion in assets. 

    By Aisling Mäki April 09, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Connection through watercolor: How a mother and daughter’s journey blended

    At the “New Works by Marion Malone and Alicja Trout” exhibit at Church Health, art by mother and daughter artists merge into one show.

    By Redding Jackson April 06, 2025
  • Update Visual Arts

    Indie Memphis exec: ‘Absolutely no plans’ for nonprofit to end

    Indie Memphis announced Friday it was “pausing” programming, but the organization is adamant the “intermission isn’t goodbye.”

    By Jody Callahan April 04, 2025
  • Update Visual Arts

    Collaborative group shows dominate April art openings in Memphis

    April artists on view in Memphis include Dolph Smith, Colleen Couch, April Bey, Joel Parsons, Brian Jobe, Kiersten Williams, Yancy Villa, and many more.

    By Elle Perry April 08, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: Jason Statham, ‘Some Like it Hot’

    What were the odds English-Irish actor Steve Coogan would grace local screens twice this week? Strangely, pretty good.

    By Chris Herrington March 26, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Water in Brooks’ latest? A force of pleasure and pain

    The exhibit features paintings and an interactive gallery that immerses visitors in community, history, love and reflection. 

    By Elle Perry March 20, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Snow White’ opens Friday

    After updating “The Lion King” and “The Little Mermaid” in a semi-live-action style, Disney goes back to its theatrical roots with “Snow White.”

    By Chris Herrington March 18, 2025
  • Shelby County

    Students can experience arts free with new ‘Art for All’ culture pass

    The new pass is now available at Memphis libraries and community centers. It provides elementary students and their families free access to performances and events hosted by more than 30 local arts organizations.

    By Redding Jackson March 18, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis Grizzlies program spotlights local artists

    Grizzlies fans seeking fresh gear can find hoodies emblazoned with “Standing on Grizzness,” embroidered color-block hats and other custom merchandise designed by Memphis artists at select home games.

    By Brandon LaGrone II March 14, 2025
  • Premium Visual Arts

    Memphis Movies This Week: Steven Soderbergh returns, David Lynch is remembered

    Steven Soderbergh arguably hasn’t had a truly major theatrical movie since 2012’s “Magic Mike.”

    By Chris Herrington March 12, 2025
  • Premium Germantown

    Saddle Creek ‘pop-up gallery’ to feature art until space fills

    Through April 6, art pieces are brightening the vacant spot in the shopping center where Brooks Brothers used to be until a new tenant arrives.

    By Abigail Warren March 12, 2025

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