In the spotlight

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “Amores Perros” (25th Anniversary 4K Restoration) — OPENS FRIDAY, JUNE 19 AT THE MICHIGAN A bold, intensely emotional, and ambitious story of lives that collide in a Mexico City car crash. Inventively structured as a triptych of overlapping and intersecting narratives, the film explores the lives […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “Disclosure Day” — OPENS TONIGHT AT THE STATE AND THE MULTIPLEX A meteorologist and a cybersecurity expert find themselves at the center of a movement to expose the government’s cover-up of extraterrestrial secrets. From director Steven Spielberg, starring Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth, and Colman Domingo, with music by John Williams. […]

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “The Breadwinner” — OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 29 AT THE MULTIPLEX A supermom lands a Shark Tank deal, switching roles with her breadwinner husband. But he struggles to adapt as a stay-at-home dad to their three daughters. Starring writer/comedian Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore. “Pressure” — OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 29 AT […]

ABOUT JEREMY XIDO: Originally from Detroit, Jeremy graduated cum laude in Painting and Comparative Literature from Columbia University, NY and trained at the Actor’s Studio. A Fulbright and Guggenheim recipient, he’s artistic co-director of performance/film company CABULA6, voted “Company of the Year” by Ballettanz, and awarded “Outstanding Artist of the Year” by the Austrian Ministry […]

LISTEN TO FULL EPISODE ON WEMU. MAY 13 – 17 | Back for its 11th year, Cinetopia brings audiences and filmmakers together to celebrate bold cinema, independent voices, and films you cannot see anywhere else.  Featuring 18 curated films from around the world, designed by people who love film as much as you do. Cinetopia is your chance to discover unforgettable stories from filmmakers with unique perspectives […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” — NOW PLAYING AT THE MULTIPLEX Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom. Starring Chris Pratt, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Anya Taylor-Joy, Brie Larson, Donald Glover, Benny Safdie and Keegan-Michael Key. “The Drama” — OPENS TODAY AT THE STATE A happily […]

March 24th – 29th at the Michigan Theater The Ann Arbor Film Festival is the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America, founded in 1963. Internationally recognized as a premiere forum for independent filmmakers and artists, each year’s festival engages audiences with remarkable cinematic experiences. The six-day festival presents 40 programs with more […]

Listen to the full Episode on WEMU. 98th ACADEMY AWARDS The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will host “The Oscars” this Sunday, March 15th at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, honoring films released in 2025 across 24 categories. Hosted by Conan O’Brien for the second consecutive time, the ceremony will be televised by […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. “THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL” Friday, March 6th at 7 PM; Saturday, March 7th at 2 PM; and Sunday, March 8th at 2 PM, at the Michigan, presented by the Burns Park Players Plunge into this stunning stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will […]

Listen to the full episode on WEMU. OPENING THIS WEEK “Pillion” — OPENS TONIGHT AT THE STATE Colin, a timid man, meets Ray, a confident biker gang leader, who initiates him into a submissive relationship, challenging Colin’s mundane existence and prompting personal growth through their unconventional dynamic. From director Harry Lighton and starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling. “EPiC: Elvis Presley […]