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    Movie Review

    Velvet Buzzsaw cuts to the core of art world snobbery

    Alex Bentley
    Jan 31, 2019 | 12:25 pm
    Velvet Buzzsaw cuts to the core of art world snobbery
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    When last we saw the pairing of writer/director Dan Gilroy and actor Jake Gyllenhaal, it was in 2014’s Nightcrawler, a movie that contained a superlative performance by Gyllenhaal mixed with an indictment of the “if it bleeds, it leads” culture of local TV news. They’re back together again in the Netflix film Velvet Buzzsaw, a mixed bag that nonetheless has some pointed things to say.

     

    Set the art world of Los Angeles, the film mainly follows three people: Morf Vandewalt (Gyllenhaal), an art critic whose reviews are so respected that they can make or break careers; Rhodora Haze (Rene Russo), an art gallery owner who has the power to sign almost any artist she pleases; and Josephina (Zawe Ashton), an assistant to Rhodora who stumbles upon perhaps the art find of the century.

     

    Everyone who views the works by the previously unknown artist, including art aficionado Gretchen (Toni Collette) and respected artists like Piers (John Malkovich) and Damrish (Daveed Diggs), is bewitched by the art's content. That term, however, comes to have a second, more gruesome context as anyone who attempts to profit from the art starts to die in increasingly unsavory ways through seemingly supernatural means.

     

    It’s clear that Gilroy is attempting to comment on the snobbery of the art world, and criticism in general, through the film, which tends to laugh at how seriously the various characters take themselves. It also questions the divide between the purveyors and the critic, who in the film have a codependent relationship that raises eyebrows about the authenticity on both sides.

     

    It’s difficult, however, to know what to make of the film’s descent into horror-like situations. Is it simply Gilroy showing his disdain for the type of person those characters represent? None of the killing scenarios are all that scary — some, in fact, are hilarious — so it’s unlikely they’ll play well for horror movie fans. Still, without them, the film wouldn’t work at all, so they’re a necessary evil to keep the story progressing.

     

    One way the film does succeed is in creating its own visual art. The actual art in the film is interesting, but it’s the palette created on film by Gilroy and cinematographer Robert Elswit that really catches the eye. This especially comes through in several overhead shots of Los Angeles, a movie trope that wouldn’t normally bear mentioning. Somehow Elswit makes those shots not only noteworthy but stunning, in a way that will make you want to pause the film just to stare at them for a few moments.

     

    Gyllenhaal, known for his eccentric choices in roles, makes the most of Morf, although unfortunately that’s less than he showed in Nightcrawler and other top-notch roles. Russo, who played a ball-buster in Nightcrawler, does so again here and demonstrates that she should be getting way more parts than she is currently booking. Collette and Malkovich class up the joint in smaller roles, while Ashton and Natalia Dyer (Stranger Things) fill the up-and-comer parts nicely.

     

     Velvet Buzzsaw is a film that will likely not satisfy fans of the art world or horror movies, but the combination of talented actors and striking art at least keep it watchable for most of its running time.

     

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    Velvet Buzzsaw is streaming now on Netflix.

    Rene Russo and Jake Gyllenhaal in Velvet Buzzsaw.

    Rene Russo and Jake Gyllenhaal in Velvet Buzzsaw
      
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    Rene Russo and Jake Gyllenhaal in Velvet Buzzsaw.
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    Neon-saturated Glow or Go immersive experience lights up Dallas

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    Jul 9, 2025 | 10:40 am
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    There's a new spot in Dallas for those still enchanted by immersive experiences: Called Glow or Go, it's a neon-saturated glow-in-the-dark real-life video game experience, now open in the Design District at 921 N. Riverfront Blvd. #100, in the same location as another immersive experience called Sensas.

    Both concepts are from Fever, a global live entertainment company that specializes in immersive exhibitions, interactive theatrical experiences, concertsm and festivals. Glow or Go is more of an adult-centered concept, while Sensas is all ages.

    A release describes Glow or Go as "part neon dream, part physical challenge," combining the energy of an arcade with the thrill of a game show. Guests face off in 13 glow-in-the-dark challenges such as obstacle courses, reflex games, and coordination tests, set in a pulsing, LED-lit environment.

    Whether you're in it to compete or just want to laugh your way through with a group, it’s the perfect offbeat outing for families, friends, date nights, or team bonding.

    Glow or Go challenges teams of 4-8 players to complete a mission: restore color to a lifeless world by conquering five high-energy game zones. Each zone challenges a different skill as players race to restore color and unlock the final paint blast.

    The different game zones include:

    • Pink Panic: A high-tech twist on Whack-a-Mole with lights, sound, and multiple game modes to push your reflexes to the limit
    • Red Reflex: Navigate a laser-filled maze without getting caught—stealth, speed, and precision are key
    • Yellow Yell: Solve puzzles and launch objects at six targets with the possible solutions—how good is your aim?
    • Orange Outrun: Dodge fireballs, leap across platforms, and collect keys in a team game where The Floor is Lava—literally
    • Solara: The grand finale. One last mission, one massive paint blast. Will your team restore color to the world—or vanish into the void?

    Glow or Go is designed for birthdays, team-building events, or a night out with friends. The event runs 75 minutes and kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets prices depend on your group size, starting at $28 per person for groups of eight, up to $42.80 for groups of three, and are available through the Fever website.

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