Rev: Open Only in Case Of Emergency: I'm stockpiling food and water. I'm taking survivalist training. I'm preparing to be able to do anything in order to survive.
Guardian Angel: James M. Cain meets Frank Tashlin in 'El Crimen Perfecto,' a feverish comedy about murder.
Bad Re-Education: Balzac, Flaubert and Communism collide in 'Little Chinese Seamstress.'
Body and Soul: The Monterey Jazz Festival returns with three generations of talent and creativity.
All Born to Die: Nevada Backwards look on the sunny side of life.
The Rock Show: Sizzla protesters; Garbage; Bill Tapia.
A Name Full of Flavor: Thai Basil is the perfect payoff for a journey into the heart of Capitola Village.
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