Anagha Komaragiri
Daily Californian
Berkeley, CA, United States
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Wagner Moura elevates Netflix’s well-intentioned yet flawed biopic ‘Sergio’
The screenplay seems to prioritize a complex romantic storyline over its portrayal of historical events, so much so that its politics become greatly oversimplified. → Read More
A year after ‘Ramy’: Why the smart, slice-of-life comedy deserves your attention
The most refreshing aspect of “Ramy” is not merely its representation of a modern Muslim American family — representation that is sorely lacking in most film and television — but also the realism through which it tackles this representation. → Read More
5 podcast episodes for social distancing
Whether you’re a podcast enthusiast looking to expand your collection of go-to shows or someone who has only listened to an episode here and there, social distancing provides many of us with the opportunity to delve further into the medium. → Read More
Pixar’s ‘Onward’ makes up for lack of ingenuity with plenty of heart
From just the synopsis and trailers for the film, it’s clear that the story itself is a unique spin on the portrayal of fantasy quests in movies. → Read More
Amazon Prime’s ‘Hunters’ is erratic revenge fantasy
The heavily stylized revenge fantasy follows a troupe of vigilantes known as “the Hunt” as they track and kill Nazi war criminals in 1970s New York. → Read More
‘Parasite’: Don’t count out the year’s best film at the 2020 Oscars
Even though the film currently occupies a relatively distant second place, “Parasite” still has a chance to pull a major upset, however. → Read More
Roger Deakins: 5 movie moments that highlight the cinematographer’s skill
Here’s a look back at some of the best moments of Deakins’ cinematic repertoire, all of which demonstrate his strength, creativity and versatility in his craft. → Read More
Facial Recognition Comedy bridges storytelling, social commentary at SF’s Cafe du Nord
Despite her placement right in the middle of the lineup, Pallavi Gunalan managed to garner the most laughs of the night, easily coming away as the highlight of the show. → Read More
Podcasts to check out before the 2020 Academy Awards
Here are a handful of podcasts that you can check out to catch up with the contenders and fill out your ballots before the big night. → Read More
‘Little Women’ highlights heart, lasting relevance of Louisa May Alcott’s classic
Gerwig’s screenplay and direction are elevated because of the strength of the film’s lead performances. → Read More
‘Marriage Story’ is painful, honest portrayal of a relationship’s end
Driver’s performance may be the central force of “Marriage Story,” but it’s his scenes with Johansson, and Robertson as the pair’s son, that serve as the film’s heart. → Read More
‘The Irishman’: Martin Scorsese’s labor of love
But ultimately, whether or not audiences will find the film favorable comes down to how they can handle its length. → Read More
In Netflix’s ‘The Politician,’ a new generation’s antihero emerges
Spearheaded by a dynamic, heart-wrenching performance by Platt, the character of Payton serves as an antihero for a new generation of television viewers. → Read More
Classical music comes to life in ‘Mozart Dances’
Through inventive choreography and the sheer skill and versatility of the performers onstage, “Mozart Dances” was a rose-colored, audiovisual sensation, creating an immersive experience for audiences of all levels of classical music enthusiasm. → Read More
Boundless cinema: SF International Film Festival celebrates directorial debuts, documentaries, democracy
... the festival highlighted previously told stories in innovative lights and projected wholly original storylines previously unseen by the public eye. → Read More
Speaking words of wisdom
Play me a Beatles song, and I’ll still recite the lyrics word-for-word. Sing me a Beatles song and I’ll sing it right back. → Read More
Best of Berkeley 2019
Berkeley, California is a city thriving with culture. Every street is simultaneously grounded in rich history and budding with new stories. → Read More
Best of Berkeley: Food
Best coffee: 1951 Coffee Company As part of the Bay Area, Berkeley is no stranger to coffee culture. Since Alfred Peet opened the first Peet’s Coffee in 1966, Berkeley has seen many local and single-source coffee roasters pop up. It can be difficult to stand out among the various caffeinationRead More… → Read More
Best of Berkeley: Campus 2019
Best building: Berkeley Way West UC Berkeley’s psychology, public health and education departments may have been disappointed to have to pack up their old offices when, in 2018, they were told they’d be moving to the new building on Berkeley Way. Little did these faculty and staff members know thatRead More… → Read More
Best of Berkeley: City
Best movie theater: Landmark’s Shattuck Cinemas Congratulations! You’ve been accepted to attend the No. 1 public university in the world! You arrive on campus, self-assured by the outstanding credentials you’re boasting, only to realize the time spent building up your admissions profile meant sacrificing precious cultural capital. Impostor syndrome setsRead More… → Read More