MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ does not go the way you think, thankfully
Editor’s note: This review is spoiler-free and does not reveal any major plot details. One line that sticks out from the “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” trailer is Luke Skywalker warning Rey, “This is not going to go the way you think!” After seeing the film on opening night, he could have just as easily […]
VIDEO: Netflix releases first trailer for ‘The Polka King’ starring Jack Black as Hazleton con man
As NEPA Scene reported yesterday, Netflix has finally settled on an official release date for its new comedic drama, “The Polka King,” so today the streaming service dropped the first trailer for the anticipated film, which stars comedian, actor, and musician Jack Black as real-life Hazleton polka legend Jan “Lewan” Lewandowski. No area has anticipated […]
‘The Polka King’ starring Jack Black as Hazleton con man premieres on Netflix on Jan. 12
Since its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on Jan. 22, moviegoers in Northeastern Pennsylvania have been anxiously waiting for a release date for the new comedic drama “The Polka King,” which is forgoing a traditional theatrical release by becoming a Netflix exclusive. The reason so many locals are looking forward to the movie […]
CULT CORNER: ‘Christmas Evil’ is an obscure ’80s movie you better watch out for
Santa on a killing spree is the stuff of nightmares for children, but for adults, a film based on this idea has all the makings for a fun night together with friends. While some may find it in bad taste, those who love a good “bad” film will find “Christmas Evil” endlessly entertaining. “Christmas Evil” […]
‘SNL’ comedian and actor Jim Breuer performs at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 24
From a press release: It was announced today that comedian, actor, author, and singer Jim Breuer will perform stand-up at the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 at 8 p.m. as part of the Wells Fargo Concerts and Comedy series. Tickets, which are $25, $35, and $49, plus fees, go on […]
VIDEO: ‘The Walking Dead’ oddly references Wilkes-Barre in latest episode
Northeastern Pennsylvania fans of “The Walking Dead” had to rewind their DVRs last night to make sure they heard right – the city of Wilkes-Barre received an odd mention in the dialogue of Episode 7 of Season 8. The popular AMC television show, which follows a group of zombie apocalypse survivors, is filmed and largely […]
WWE Live returns to Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre before Royal Rumble on Jan. 26
From a press release: Following “WWE Monday Night Raw’s” long-awaited return to the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza earlier this year and a sold-out 900th episode of “WWE SmackDown Live” featuring The Undertaker’s return in 2016, World Wrestling Entertainment will return to Wilkes-Barre just days before the Royal Rumble with “WWE Live” on Friday, […]
CULT CORNER: Forget ‘A Christmas Story’ – make ‘Black Christmas’ your annual holiday tradition
The term “classic” is thrown around all too often with horror films without any real substance behind it, though some films are true classics that truly mold the genre and have made it what it is today. “Black Christmas” is one of these films. While most Christmas-themed horror films are more tongue-in-cheek than scary, “Black […]
‘Ink Master: Angels,’ starring Kingston tattoo artist Ryan Ashley Malarkey, renewed for 2nd season
Premiering on Oct. 3, reality television tattoo competition “Ink Master” introduced a new spin-off series, “Ink Master: Angels,” starring Shavertown resident and Kingston tattoo artist Ryan Ashley Malarkey with three other artists from Season 8. As it finishes its 10-episode run next month, it was announced today that the show has been renewed for a […]
‘Miracle on 34th Street’ screens during Holiday Arts Market at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 25
From a press release: Small Business Saturday will once again equal big fun in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre announced the schedule of activities today for its third annual Holiday Arts Market, which will be held on Saturday, Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The afternoon will feature a screening […]
