Although it has only been a short time since the seedlings that rose up from the disbanding of their previous Chicago bands, Saraphine has finally stumbled upon a formula that works. The five piece band out of Chicago's western suburbs has found themselves thrown into a cycle of warm responses, a growing fanbase, and increasing numbers of local shows, including a performance at Elmhurst College on May 6. GonZo and Chickin Black ventured to Madrigals, one of Chicago's friendliest male strip clubs, located in the heart of Boy's Town.
Memento is that movie.
It is hard working being a movie snob. Imagine being dragged into crappy movies for first dates or wanting to share the genius of Kubrick with American Pie lovers. This is a terrible burden that I must carry alone, but not for much longer. For just as Moses presented the Testaments, here are my 50 favorite movies that will lead one into cinematic entertainment, satisfaction, and growth. And if this list stops one person from viewing Joe Dirt, then maybe there is hope after all.