Author Archives: Q-tips

Not a stranger

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Q-tips

8/2020- Three 12-year-old boys play a game in which they spy on an interesting stranger. Their latest target, an aging former high school teacher, befriends the boys and helps one deal with the death of his father. However, the friendship … Continue reading →

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RIP’S TAVERN in LADD, ILL 8/2020

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Q-tips

Rip’s Tavern– 311 N Main Ave, Ladd, IL 61329 (815) 894-3051, www.ripschicken.com  Accepts Credit Card: Yes, but has an ATM machine Parking: Street- not a problem. Attire: Casual, Good for Groups: Yes,  Full Bar. Outdoor eating. Following C-19 regulations. Q-Tips … Continue reading →

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Queen & Slim

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Q-tips

While on a forgettable first date together in Ohio, a black man (Get Out’s Daniel Kaluuya) and a black woman (Jodie Turner-Smith), are pulled over for a minor traffic infraction. The situation escalates, with sudden and tragic results, when the … Continue reading →

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Closure 8/2020

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Q-tips

Her mother is dead. Her fiancé is now her ex. And the airline lost her luggage. This begins Nina’s first trip to Los Angeles. As a deathbed promise to her mother, Nina vows to find her sister Carrie who moved … Continue reading →

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Graceland Cemetery 8/2020

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Q-tips

Mrs. Q says: Just when you might have thought to walk thru Graceland cemetery which is full of history & haunting, since you are a little bored due to C-19 & would not have to worry too much about masks/social … Continue reading →

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The High Note 7/2020

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Q-tips

Set in the dazzling world of the LA music scene comes the story of Grace Davis (Tracee Ellis Ross), a superstar whose talent–and ego–have reached unbelievable heights. Maggie (Dakota Johnson) is Grace’s overworked personal assistant who’s stuck running errands, but … Continue reading →

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American Tragedy 8/2020

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Q-tips

April 20, 1999 Columbine High School was under attack by Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold. Sue Klebold, Dylan’s mother, attempts to reconcile how the son she thought she knew, the son she loved could willingly be a school shooter. “If … Continue reading →

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Art Institute -Chicago

Posted on August 4, 2020 by Q-tips

159 E Monroe St., Chicago, 312-443-3600 http://artic.edu Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy! So much to see, you probably can’t see it all in one day. The El Greco exhibit is scheduled till Sept. 7, 2020 unless they extend it. Yes, … Continue reading →

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Love on the Spectrum 8/2020

Posted on August 2, 2020 by Q-tips

Love on the Spectrum follows seven singles, who have different levels Autistic tendencies, as they take their first steps into the world of dating. As well as help from their families, experts provide the love-seekers with practical skills to help … Continue reading →

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The Weight of Gold

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Q-tips

7/2020 – The Weight of Gold is an HBO Sports documentary exploring the mental health challenges that Olympic athletes often face. The film comes during a time when the COVID-19 pandemic has postponed the 2020 Tokyo Games — the first … Continue reading →

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