Portland Fashion Week: Championing Sustainability and Local Talent
Portland Fashion Week: A Sustainable Success Story Portland Fashion Week (PFW) concluded its 23rd year, solidifying its reputation as a…
Author: Ben Hardy
Hello, I'm Ben Hardy, a dedicated journalist for Willamette Weekly in Portland, Oregon. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California and a Master's degree from Stanford University, where I specialized in multimedia storytelling and data journalism. At 28, I'm passionate about uncovering stories that matter to our community, from investigative pieces to features on Portland's unique culture. In my free time, I love exploring the city, attending local music events, and enjoying a good book at a cozy coffee shop. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that shape our vibrant community.
Ghostlight Movie Review (2024): The Art of Healing Through Shakespeare
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IF (2024) Review – A Heartfelt Dive into Childhood Imagination
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Heretic (2024): A Bold Experiment in Faith, Fear, and Hugh Grant’s Dark Side
In A24’s latest horror endeavor, Heretic, directors Scott Beck and Bryan Woods plunge audiences into a deeply unsettling meditation on…
The Great Harry Potter Revival of 2024: Magic, Nostalgia, and Streaming Wars
In 2024, Harry Potter fans find themselves under a new spell—one cast by nostalgia and a digital resurgence. Warner Bros.,…
Remembering Dame Maggie Smith: The Iconic Actress Who Defined Generations
In the ever-shifting landscape of Hollywood, few stars have managed to shine as brightly and for as long as Dame…
Janet Planet: A Nostalgic Yet Complex Dive Into Motherhood and Coming-of-Age
Annie Baker, one of America’s most revered playwrights, transitions to the world of cinema with her film Janet Planet. Set…
Ballerina: A Killer Dance in the John Wick Universe
In 2025, From the World of John Wick: Ballerina pirouettes its way into theaters, offering fans a tantalizing blend of…
Sinners (2025): A Gothic Horror that Dances on the Edge of Good and Evil
The 2025 horror thriller Sinners is already capturing the imaginations of fans who crave dark, complex tales from the genre.…