The Magdalene Sisters

A grim and unmistakable masterpiece of bleak, black sorrow.

"...Set in 1954, The Magdalene Sisters has three young unluckies at its core: Margaret..."

Sept. 12, 2003 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Letters at 3AM

The history of Mary Magdalene is more mysterious than any pulp yarn

"...millions to contemplate ancient mysteries, but the history of Magdalene is more mysterious than any pulp yarn...."

June 9, 2006 Column by Michael Ventura

2000 Seen By - (Part One)

"...Donovan) arrives at JFK airport with his comely assistant Magdalene (P.J. Harvey). While they check into a Manhattan hotel..."

Aug. 6, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

2000 Seen By – (Part Two)

"...Donovan) arrives at JFK airport with his comely assistant Magdalene (P.J. Harvey). While they check into a Manhattan hotel..."

Aug. 6, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Cracking Open The Devil's Doorway

Horror director Aislinn Clarke on Ireland's dirty secret

"...miraculous than one of Catholic Ireland's dirtiest secret: a Magdalene laundry, a place where women deemed unacceptable were confined..."

July 14, 2018 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Last Days of Judas Iscariot

The City Theatre Company's production of The Last Days of Judas Iscariot is not scintillating, but it is sufficient

"...of history's most prominent religious figures: Jesus Christ, Mary Magdalene, Pontius Pilate, and a handful of saints. Even Satan..."

July 20, 2007 Arts Review by Hannah Kenah

The Gospel According to Hollywood

Easter is a time for resurrectiing Hollywood's biblical epics.

"...De Mille's opus are given over to a Mary Magdalene who is all-but-naked, breasts fully exposed except for her..."

April 13, 2001 Column by Michael Ventura

Bring Them Down

Violent tragedy about sheep farmers stars Barry Keoghan and Christopher Abbott

"...successful farm, a happy marriage to Caroline (Noone, The Magdalene Sisters, The Descent), and even help around the farm..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Small Things Like These

Irish drama about the infamous Magdalene laundries stars Oscar winner Cillian Murphy

"...and Liadan Dunlea. This Irish drama about the infamous Magdalene laundries is based on a Claire Keegan novel and..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Movie Review

Qmmunity: Red Ribbon Revelries

Local Austin health orgs celebrate World AIDS Day 35 with fun and educational events

"...and Aughts pop night, featuring drag tributes by May Magdalene, Harlott, Veronica Valentine, and Ryan Velasquez. Sat., Dec. 2,..."

Dec. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott

Foe

Sci-fi eco thriller is just an exercise in infuriating mystery

"...the pretty to look at but narratively pokey Mary Magdalene. Even with the stars baked into its premise, Foe..."

Oct. 20, 2023 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Philomena

Judi Dench and Steve Coogan star in this drama about the search for a woman's son who was taken from her when he was a toddler.

"...unfolds is a story about the practices of the Magdalene Laundries, which, under the auspices of the Catholic Church,..."

Nov. 29, 2013 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Angels & Demons

The chase is on, but there's no Holy Grail to be found in this suspenseless trail of decoded symbols.

"...Code, he had outwitted Opus Dei and uncovered Mary Magdalene's mortal remains, both under the handicap of a modified..."

May 15, 2009 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Letters @ 3AM

Jo Carol Pierce's music says: Go the distance, baby, and find out – find you

"...one's shoe, the nature of truth,and theBlessed Virgin Mary Magdalene. For instance:..."

March 14, 2008 Column by Michael Ventura

The Da Vinci Code

Faithful adaptation of Dan Brown's bestseller treats the novel as if it were a sacred text even though it's basically a Hardy Boys mystery dressed up in provocative attire.

"...the divinity of Jesus Christ, the role of Mary Magdalene, and other aspects of the faith. If you take..."

May 26, 2006 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Weekday Events to Make It a Craft Night, Movie Night, Trivia Night, and More

There's also some events during the day

"...like Willem Dafoe’s Jesus chatting up a nude Mary Magdalene, or a bacchanal of undulating zealots around John the..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Double Scorpio Goes Offline

FDA performs search-and-seizure of beloved VHS cleaner brand

"...Vegas patio to enjoy the drag stylings of May Magdalene, Mars, and Veronica Valentine alongside special guest Riotgirl and..."

March 21, 2025 Column by James Scott

More LGBTQ+ Fun to Be Had in Austin on the Unofficial Side of SXSW

Catching the South By second-weekend wind

"...the sweet sounds of ATL’s CDSM, NYC’s Catcher, LA/NYC’s Magdalene, and ATX’s the Opera, Almost Heaven, and Quentin Arispe..."

March 14, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Crucial Concerts to Enjoy as SXSW Wanes

Embrace the anarchy or wait for the masses to depart

"...across the board. This free showcase features Fashion Club, Magdalene, Nara’s Room, Nemegata, Free Range, and the Viva Palestina..."

March 14, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Parton This Interruption

Qmmunity chats birthday girl Dolly Parton with Dolly of ATX, Brigitte Bandit

"...Thug. Drag boot-scoots on in with performances from May Magdalene, Tequila Rose, Cheetah Daniels Kennedy, and Brigitte Bandit. 10th..."

Jan. 17, 2025 Column by James Scott

Weekend Events to Get You to the New Year

Movies, art, drag performances, and more

"...send off the year with the expected aplomb. May Magdalene, Mars, and Veronica Valentine host, with a special appearance..."

Dec. 27, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Floral Realness, a John Aielli Experience, Spooky Movies, and More Recommended Events

Fill your weekend with the wild and weird

"...the drag front, catch hosts Jenna Talia and May Magdalene announce a plethora of paw-raising performances. Costumes are highly..."

Oct. 4, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fantastic Fest Review: Bring Them Down

Sheep farming drama suffers from strange casting

"...farm, a happy marriage to Caroline (Nora-Jane Noone, The Magdalene Sisters, The Descent), and even help around the farm..."

Oct. 1, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Too Hot to Handle

Summertime scorchers mean more time indoors to overthink our queer lives

"...Del Rey with a night featuring performances by May Magdalene and Tequila Rose set to the sad-girl crooner’s hits...."

Aug. 16, 2024 Column by James Scott

Arts, Comedy, Theatre, Movies, and More Recommended Weekend Events

Jackie and Foxy Brown?! Yes please!

"...this Friday night fever dream features drag artists May Magdalene, Ryan, Salem Purchase, Sinful Purchase, Target, and Yvonne D’Amour..."

June 7, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Brrr, It’s Cold in Here

Shake off the icicles and step out on the gay Austin streets with these queer events

"...Vixens of Volstead Resident vixens Mars, May Magdalene, Veronica Valentine, and Tequila Rose throw a fab brunch...."

Jan. 19, 2024 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: The RuPaul Express

Join the Ru-volution in Austin at one of our local Drag Race watch parties

"...Vixens of Volstead Resident vixens Mars, May Magdalene, Veronica Valentine, and Tequila Rose throw a fab brunch...."

Jan. 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Babe to Babe Communication

Founder Kelsea, aka DJ Hip Stir, talks about the origins and future of femme and nonbinary DJ community BABE ATX

"...Vixens of Volstead Resident vixens Mars, May Magdalene, Veronica Valentine, and Tequila Rose throw a fab brunch...."

Jan. 5, 2024 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: Homoscopes for the Holidays

Find the queer New Year’s event that’s best for your sign

"...Vixens of Volstead Resident vixens Mars, May Magdalene, Veronica Valentine, and Tequila Rose throw a fab brunch...."

Dec. 29, 2023 Column

Qmmunity: Stop, Drop, and Shop

Qmmunity advises on what local places are best for gay gift shopping this year

"...Dark: Christmas Spectacular Your Vixens of Volstead – May Magdalene, Tequila Rose, Mars, Veronica Valentine, and Chitah Daniels Kennedy..."

Dec. 8, 2023 Column by James Scott

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