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Local film critic and master storyteller Mal Vincent reflects on the decades he spent writing about films and entertainment and the celebrities he got to know along the way.

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Local film critic and master storyteller Mal Vincent reflects on the decades he spent writing about films and entertainment and the celebrities he got to know along the way.

    Holiday Movie Escapes

    Holiday Movie Escapes

    If you need a holiday escape, then Mal Vincent has some movie suggestions including the holiday blockbuster “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”

    Sally Field

    Sally Field

    This Week in Mal’s World, Mal Vincent talks about actress Sally Field’s career ahead of her recognition at the Kennedy Center Honors. He also shares some Oscar ties to Roanoke Rapids.

    Hamilton

    Hamilton

    This Week in Mal’s World, Mal Vincent discusses ticket prices and hype surrounding the popular musical “Hamilton.” He tells us how much he spent to see it on Broadway, and how you can tell people you saw Hamilton without paying a high price.

    Midway

    Midway

    This Week in Mal’s World, Mal Vincent shares his thoughts on the recently released film “Midway,” the history of this Pacific WWII conflict and other films depicting those battles. According to Mal, the film depicts a sense of unity that he feels our country could use more of these days.

    Tidewater Needs a Film Festival

    Tidewater Needs a Film Festival

    This Week in Mal’s World, Mal Vincent stresses the need for a film festival for the Tidewater area. It’s not that area hasn’t tried. And chances are you’ve never heard of the ‘Mal Vincent Lifetime Achievement Award’… and there’s a reason… as Mal explains.

    The Band's Visit

    The Band's Visit

    This Week in Mal’s World, Mal Vincent previews “The Band’s Visit,” one of the most Tony Award-winning musicals in history. It is currently playing at Chrysler Hall through Sunday, November 3. “The Band’s Visit” is making one of their first tour stops at Chrysler Hall, and will kick off our blockbuster Broadway in Norfolk 2019-20 season. It is currently playing at Chrysler Hall through November 3rd. Tickets are available at the Scope Arena Box Office and online at www.sevenvenues.com/events/detail/the-bands-visit.

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Almira Gulch ,

A holy grail of untold Hollywood stories...

Mal is the holy grail of untold Hollywood stories! Each episode is about 5 minutes and just enough for a great tell-tale with some nice production value added. I enjoy these exclusive behind-the-scenes stories he's had with stars young and old. Every week is a new adventure.

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